This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Therapy Assistant to join our Staff Relief Pool and work in our Southern region at our Dudley Park, Mandurah site The Cove and our Waikiki site the Oaks.

Whilst working as a Therapy Assistant you will be an important part of the multi-disciplinary team and provide assistance in all aspects of day-to-day care and individualised therapy, lifestyle and leisure programs. This role focuses on creating meaningful experiences, ensuring each day is the best it can be for our clients by promoting engagement, connection, and well-being.

Whilst working as a member of the relief pool the successful candidate will cover planned leave across these two residential facilities on a permanent basis, with a part-time contract on offer for the successful candidate.

To be eligible you must be available to work at both the Mandurah and Waikiki sites at least three week days each week between the hours of 9am-6pm.

Candidates will be considered for future similar vacancies.

To be suitable for this role, you must possess:

• Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance
• Experience working as a Therapy Assistant, and this must include dementia specific care
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences
• A positive, proactive and client focused approach
• A satisfactory National Police Clearance that is less than one year old
• NDIS Worker Screening Clearance

Responsibilities include:

• Provision of goal directed therapy programs in accordance with Care Plan in group or individual settings
• Provision of recreational based activities to meet social and emotional needs
• Contribute to the development of innovative therapy programs to improve wellbeing
• Support volunteers to enhance the site therapy program
• Contribute to site reporting, accreditation standards and legislative compliance by completing all documentation and reporting incidents

Brightwater can offer you:

• The ability to salary package – meaning you can legitimately pay less tax and increase your take-home pay
• Our unique staff benefits program, including access to BrightwaterPlus which gives you discounts with over 370 retailers
• Extensive learning and development opportunities

How to Apply:

If you share a spirit that is caring, authentic, progressive and courageous then please read the attached job description for more information on the role, including a full list of duties.

Please apply online and submit your CV. All applications must be submitted through our online portal.

Shortlisting will begin immediately, and Brightwater reserves the right to close this advert once the position is filled.

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