Due to increasing demand for our services, we are looking a passionate full time senior occupational therapist with excellent clinical skills to assess and treat adults with a variety of disabilities.

We are focused on achieving great outcomes through excellent service delivery and clinical expertise. You will work from your home office with therapy supports being provided to clients in their home and local community.  You will manage your own work hours.

Introducing Positive Step….

We are a mobile occupational therapy private practice, established in 2010.   We provide services in the Perth Metropolitan area and surrounds.

Our goal has always been to enable our clients to achieve success and satisfaction in their everyday activities. We are passionate about what we do, have excellent clinical knowledge and provide exceptional service delivery.  We are unique from other providers in that all our occupational therapists are senior therapists with an abundance of clinical skills and expertise which they openly share within the team.

We carefully match each occupational therapist’s skill set, expertise and clinical interest with each client.  This ensures great outcomes for our clients and gives our occupational therapists enormous job satisfaction. If our therapists wish to develop their skills in a new clinical area, we encourage them by providing support and training.

Depending on your expertise and clinical interests, your clinical caseload could include:

• Assessments, interventions and equipment prescription for recipients of Aged Care packages.
• Conducting functional capacity assessments.
• Completing SIL and SDA assessments.
• Assistive technology trials and prescription.
• Implementing Daily Living skills training.
• Basic and complex home modifications.

Benefits of the job include:

• Flexibility with start/ finish times and working days to suit your lifestyle.
• Work from the comfort of your own home.
• Comprehensive induction and training by the business owners.
• Support and mentoring from our friendly, dynamic and highly skilled team – whenever you need it and as often as you need it.
• Work in your area of clinical interest / specialty – we match your skillset to your clients.
• All of our occupational therapists are senior clinicians.
• Regular internal in-service and mentoring for clinical skill development.
• Monthly staff meetings where breakfast or lunch is provided for you.
• Mobile phone and laptop supplied.
• A generous annual training allowance for professional development.
• A caseload that brings great diversity and learning opportunities. No two working days are ever the same.
• The opportunity to be part of something special – making a positive difference in people’s lives and helping our team and small business grow.
• Prompt approval of annual leave requests to ensure that you can you take the holidays that you want.
• We will give you the day off on your birthday – paid!
• All travel expenses are reimbursed.
• We pay above the award wage as we know that a great outcome for our clients only comes from having the best occupational therapists in our team.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program.

About You

This position would be a great match for you if:

– You have 5 years minimum clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist. Experience of working in aged care, NDIS, the community, home modification and/ or rehabilitation is preferable.

– You strive for the best outcomes for your clients and are prepared to go above and beyond for them.

– You are a great communicator.

– You are able to follow processes and work autonomously but are always happy to ask when you need help or further direction.

– You love efficiency and have the initiative to get things done when you see they are needed.

What our occupational therapists say about working for Positive Step….

“I have the best job in the world. Why? Because I work with a fantastic team of dedicated OT’s who support one another on a daily basis with the attitude of ‘there is no such thing as a silly question’, where each day I have the opportunity to spend time with amazing individuals within my case load and provide quality interventions in the knowledge that the provision of a holistic service is the foundation of Positive Step and that I am able to manage my own work life balance with flexible working hours which is a game changer when you have two young kids! I genuinely tell everyone “I work with the best team in the world” because it is true.”

“I can own my own time and plan my days to fit around what works for me! It’s beneficial for me as my partner often works away. The autonomy and flexibility works well and is important to me. No more 7:30am ward rounds!”

“Positive Step has friendly, approachable, and VERY knowledgeable OTs who are always ready to give a helping hand.”

“There are great systems in place to ensure the team feel connected despite all working from home.”

“There is the perfect balance of autonomy and clinical support.”

“There is an abundance of support and understanding with caseload management and zero pressure to overload.”

If you think you might be the person we are looking for, please email your resume and a letter indicating why you would like this job and why you think you are suited to it to kate.hatley@positivestep.com.au or call 0405 732 247 to discuss.

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Since March we have temporarily adopted a telehealth model, undertaking all consultations either by phone or a secure online platform.

We remain absolutely committed to ensuring we provide all of our clients with a great service which helps them reach their goals. Please be reassured our experienced team of therapists have the necessary skills and clinical experience to offer comprehensive assessment via phone or video.  Using online consultations we are able to complete initial assessments, functional assessments, wheelchair and equipment prescriptions, rehabilitation and training for staff. 

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We are looking for an experienced occupational therapist to join our mobile team in the area of home visiting and community rehabilitation.

Established in 2010, Positive Step is dedicated and passionate about providing comprehensive therapy services to enable people to reach their potential and return to the activities they love.   Positive Step only employ experienced occupational therapists and our vision is to provide exceptional, tailored interventions to our clients.  Our mission is to build a team who can educate, support and empower our clients.

We are looking for someone pretty amazing….someone who is hard working, friendly and a delight to be around.

This position would be a great match for you if:

– You are looking for a career in community rehabilitation that will allow you to grow for the long term.

– You have 3-4 years minimum clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist (ABI/ SCI/ NDIS/ Aged Care Home Visiting preferred).

– You are able to follow processes and work autonomously but are always ready to admit when you need help or further direction.

– You don’t mind rolling up your sleeves and doing a bit of hard work.

– You love efficiency and have the initiative to get things done when you see they are needed.

– You are thorough and avoid cutting corners.

– You value yourself as a person. You are humble and kind and honesty is important to you.

– You are a great communicator.

– You strive for the best outcomes for your clients and are prepared to go above and beyond for them.

We are looking for a therapist who has home visiting, NDIS and rehabilitation experience already.  We want someone with excellent clinical skills and the ability to assess and treat a variety of conditions with adults of all ages.

We are looking for someone to mentor and train who also wants to grow.  We promise a workplace that will challenge and stretch you as well as care and support you.   We are a determined and driven team but we also know how to have fun.

We will consider full time or part time applicants.  If you are looking to return to work after having children and school hours suits you better please still apply as we are happy to be flexible.

Perks of the job include;

• Work for a friendly, dynamic and respected Occupational Therapy provider.
• Flexibility with start/ finish times and working days to suit your lifestyle.
• Support and mentoring from our experienced team – whenever you need it.
• Regular internal in-service and mentoring for clinical skill development.
• An annual training allowance for professional development.
• A caseload that brings great diversity and learning opportunities. No two working days are ever the same.
• The opportunity to be part of something special – making a positive difference in people’s lives and helping our team and small business grow.

If you think you might be the person we are looking for, please email kate.hatley@positivestep.com.au with:

1. Your resume
2. A letter indicating why you would like this job and why you think you are suited to it.

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We will be closed for the public holidays but are otherwise available to meet your OT needs.

Wishing you all a happy and healthy 2019 !

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The Bellman’s visit Pager is small, light-weight and can be carried in your pocket or on your pocket. It notifies you with vibrations and a lighted symbol when a Visit transmitter is being activated. For example if your doorbell rings a light will show under the doorbell sign on your pager.

The Bellman’s Ring Door Bell Kit allows a person to be notified via the pager and flashing receiver if the door bell is ringing.  The ring video doorbell includes HD camera, night vision, and motion detection so you know who is at your front door at all times. It has a built-in rechargeable battery operated and therefore no wires to connect. It has two-Way audio therefore a person via their mobile can see and speak to whoever is at her front door without having to place themselves at risk. It also allows a person to answer their door bell when they aren’t home. The device is set up using WIFI.

The Bellmans Visit Alarm Clock has a loud (100dB) alarm and strong vibrating bed shaker.  It also has a connection for the telephone line, so you can be alerted to phone calls, and an external input socket for connection to other Bellman Visit devices such as the mobile phone sensor. This alarm clock and bed shaker will alert a person to devices at night time whilst they are sleeping in particular fire alarms.

Finally the Bellman Vibio Bluetooth Alarm Clock is a device which will alert you to messages and phonecalls on your mobile whilst you are asleep.  It will also alert you to alarm clocks. A wireless bed shaker that goes under your  pillow and vibrates to wake you up and alert you to calls. Rather than placing your mobile under your pillow this is a safer way of being alerted.

All these items are available to trial and our experienced occupational therapists can help to find the right product for you. If you are struggling with any of the above issues and need some help to find a solution.. give us a call on 9341 7304.

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It is also able to turn on the lights if you need to safely get to the toilet at night time or will call your phone if it’s lost within your home. Google Home can turn on/off devices around your home with supported smart switches and plugs. For example turning off your kettle or turning off the air conditioning unit. With a simple voice command it will also play songs from YouTube Music or Spotify. If you struggle with reading it will read an Audiobook to you. Goggle Home is a smart assistive device for those of us that need a little help to be as independent as possible in our own homes.

Google Home is used by a number of our clients who say that it has changed their lives for the better.  This item is available for trial. If you or someone you know, are struggling with any of the above issues and need some help then give us a call on 0405 732 247 and we can help find the right product and solutions for you.

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The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) roll out through the metropolitan area has already started happening in Central South Metro, which includes Cockburn, East Fremantle, Fremantle, Kwinana, Melville and South Perth.

The next area to roll out will be North Metro from the 1^st of October 2018. The North Metro region covers Joondalup and Wanneroo.

Following that South East Metro and Central North Metro will begin to be available from the 1^st of July 2019. South East Metro includes Belmont, Canning, Gosnells and Victoria Park. Central North Metro includes Cambridge, Claremont, Cottesloe, Mosman Park, Nedlands, Peppermint Grove, Perth, Stirling, Subiaco and Vincent.

We can provide assistance before your NDIS planning meeting by doing a functional assessment, which will clearly outline your functional capacity and needs. This will ensure that you have the correct documented information for your planning meeting and will help to secure the correct funding for your needs.

We are a mobile service and travel all around the Metropolitan area and surrounds. Our experienced occupational therapists are experts at providing assessment and treatment, which you can receive in the convenience of your own home.  Our aim is to help you to reach your maximum functional potential and optimum independence.

We are competent at completing the AT forms for assistive technology and equipment and have been able to secure appropriate equipment for the people we work with. If you would like to find out more about how we can help you, please contact us on 0405 732 247.

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Companion cardholders who need to use a hoist, an adult change table or need room for two people to assist are encouraged to obtain a key.  Please contact National Disability Services on 9242 5544 or email: wa@companioncard.asn.au. This offer is open until 31 July 2018. After this date, MLAK keys can be purchased from Master Locksmiths.

The changing places will not replace standard universal accessible toilets.  All changing places have the same specifications so that people who use them can be assured that all changing places provide the same facilities.  All changing places include an adult size, height adjustable change table, a hoist and enough room for two people to assist.

Some changing places will be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week while others will be available during the opening hours where they are located.  If you already have a key for the Liberty Swings – the same key can access the changing places.

Changing Places are now open at Bibra Lake, BP The Lakes, Deep Water Point, Elizabeth Quay, Lakeside Joondalup, Mandurah Foreshore, Vicinity Mandurah, Optus Stadium, Sorrento Beach, Yagan Square, Collie, Geraldton, Guilderton, Meckering and Toodyay.

Changing Places are currently planned in Nedlands, East Perth, Scarborough, Albany, Broome, Bunbury, Katanning, Moora, Narrogin and Port Hedland. More Changing Places are expected to be built in Western Australia. Changing Place locations will be listed on https://changingplaces.org.au/find-changing-places-toilet/ and https://toiletmap.gov.au/

We are so delighted to hear about this initiative, which will allow people to keep as active as possible in the community.  Don’t forget to apply for your key before 31^st July 2018 !

If you would like further information on how to maximise your functional potential in the community please contact us on 0405 732 247.

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