Occupational Therapist

HammondCare

Occupational Therapist supporting aged care residents in dementia-specific homes across New South Wales. Working collaboratively with the Allied Health team to deliver person-centered care.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeWaratah • 🇦🇺 AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Occupational Therapy with a focus on person-centred care, quality improvement, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. Committed to delivering effective treatment and interventions tailored to the needs of residents in aged care settings.

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Occupational TherapyAHPRA RegistrationDementia KnowledgeAged Care ExperienceEffective Communication

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Hard Skills

Occupational TherapyFunctional Care AssessmentTreatment InterventionsQuality Improvement ProjectsGoal Setting

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganisational SkillsTime ManagementTeam CollaborationIndependent Work

Certifications & Qualifications

AHPRA RegistrationTertiary Qualification in Occupational Therapy

Industry Keywords

Aged CareDementiaPerson-Centred CareContinuous Quality ImprovementMultidisciplinary Team

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provision of effective and timely occupational therapy to residents and the appropriate support and advice to their representatives and the HammondCare team, at a service level and across residential care, to meet individual needs and preferences.
Collaborate closely with residents, their representatives, staff and the broader Allied Health Team to assess functional care needs, set care goals, and provide treatment and interventions to deliver the best possible outcomes for residents.
Participate as a member of the HammondCare team in the application of the Mission and values to the pursuit of its objectives in a person-centred, continuous quality improvement work environment.
Participate in quality improvement projects and continuing professional development.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Commitment to engage and align with HammondCare’s Christian Mission, Motivation and Mission in Action.
A tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and registration as an Occupational Therapist with AHPRA.
Practical experience or sound knowledge in Dementia (highly regarded) and Aged Care.
A current driver’s license, safe driving record and access to your own car, with a willingness to travel between HammondCare’s sites and services.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal)
Demonstrated organisation and time management skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a MDT.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Market leading remuneration
Salary packaging; $15,900 annually for living expenses, plus up to $2,650 each year for entertainment benefits.
Additional training & career development opportunities
Leave benefits – purchased additional annual leave.
Reward and Recognition Program
Fitness Passports: Full facility access can include gyms, group classes and pools for yourself and your family.
Free independent, confidential counselling services, wand wellbeing resources available through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees.
Exclusive discounts at MyCar; Servicing, Brakes, Repairs, and Tyre Care Plans
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