Allied Health Assistant – Occupational Therapy

• Location: Tarneit, Victoria & Community-Based Services
• Employment Options: Full-Time - Part-Time - Casual - Contractor

About Flourish Holistic Services

Flourish Holistic Services Pty Ltd is a multidisciplinary, one-stop allied health and disability services provider committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred and evidence-informed services.

Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to support children, adolescents and adults to improve their independence, functional capacity, participation and quality of life.

Due to the continued growth of our Allied Health services, we are seeking an experienced Allied Health Assistant with Occupational Therapy experience to join our team.

About the Role

The Allied Health Assistant – Occupational Therapy will work under the delegation, direction and supervision of qualified Occupational Therapists to implement individualised therapy programs.

You may work with participants in the clinic, home, school, early childhood, community and telehealth environments.

This position is ideal for an experienced Allied Health Assistant who has a strong understanding of Occupational Therapy interventions and is confident implementing delegated therapy programs.

Key Responsibilities

As an Allied Health Assistant – OT, your responsibilities may include:

• Implementing Occupational Therapy programs under the direction and delegation of an Occupational Therapist.
• Supporting participants to develop Activities of Daily Living (ADL) skills.
• Assisting with dressing, grooming, personal care and daily routines within delegated therapy programs.
• Supporting development of fine and gross motor skills.
• Implementing sensory regulation and sensory-based activities as prescribed by the Occupational Therapist.
• Supporting handwriting, visual-motor and school-readiness activities.
• Assisting participants to develop functional independence at home, school and in the community.
• Supporting executive functioning, organisation, planning and routine-building strategies.
• Implementing social participation and community access goals.
• Supporting participants to practise use of prescribed assistive technology and adaptive equipment.
• Preparing therapy resources, visual schedules, activity programs and other therapeutic materials.
• Providing structured, play-based interventions for children where delegated.
• Supporting participants to generalise therapy strategies across different environments.
• Observing participant performance and providing accurate feedback to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Maintaining high-quality and timely progress notes and clinical documentation.
• Completing pre-session preparation and post-session documentation.
• Communicating professionally with participants, families, carers and the multidisciplinary team.
• Participating in clinical supervision, team meetings and professional development.
• Maintaining confidentiality, professional boundaries and participant dignity.
• Working in accordance with Flourish Holistic Services policies, procedures and NDIS requirements.

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for an experienced, reliable and highly organised Allied Health Assistant who understands the importance of working within delegated scope of practice.

You should be confident working with participants who may have complex developmental, physical, sensory, psychosocial or functional support needs.

Experience with the following is highly regarded:

• Occupational Therapy programs
• NDIS participants
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Developmental Delay
• Intellectual Disability
• ADHD
• Sensory processing difficulties
• Fine and gross motor development
• Activities of Daily Living
• Early Childhood Intervention
• Assistive Technology
• Functional skill development
• Community participation
• Paediatric therapy
• Adults with disability
• Participants with complex support needs

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants should have:

• Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance – Occupational Therapy, or another relevant Allied Health Assistant qualification; or
• Current study towards an Occupational Therapy or relevant Allied Health degree with appropriate experience.
• Demonstrated previous experience supporting Occupational Therapy programs.
• Experience within the NDIS, disability, community health or Allied Health sector is highly desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Strong clinical documentation and progress-note writing skills.
• Ability to follow delegated therapy plans accurately.
• Excellent time-management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining appropriate clinical supervision.
• Professional and respectful communication with participants and families.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to obtain one.
• Current Working with Children Check where required.
• National Police Check.
• Current First Aid and CPR.
• Valid Australian driver's licence and reliable vehicle for community-based services.

Why Join Flourish?

We provide an opportunity to work within a growing multidisciplinary Allied Health team while developing your clinical knowledge and practical skills.

We offer:

• Full-Time, Part-Time, Casual and Contractor opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Occupational Therapist supervision and support
• Multidisciplinary collaboration
• Diverse paediatric and adult caseloads
• Clinic, home, school and community-based work
• Professional development opportunities
• Exposure to NDIS Allied Health practice
• Opportunities for career development
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

HOW TO APPLY

If you are an experienced Allied Health Assistant with Occupational Therapy experience and are passionate about helping people achieve greater independence, we would love to hear from you. Click "Apply Now".

Please email:

1. Your current Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter outlining your Occupational Therapy and Allied Health Assistant experience
3. Relevant qualifications and professional experience

Join our multidisciplinary team and help individuals build skills, independence and confidence to flourish.