Occupational Therapist Community Specialist

6 days ago


Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

**About Us**

New Zealand Government prioritizes health and wellbeing of its citizens. Our team aims to empower individuals with disabilities, enabling them to live independently.

**Role Overview**

We are seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to join our community team in Ngaruawahia. This position is ideal for professionals who can provide high-quality interventions to support clients with diverse needs.

**Key Responsibilities**

  • Manage caseload and waitlist effectively
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop goals for clients
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners

**Requirements**

To be successful in this role, you will require:

  • At least 12 months post-qualification experience as an Occupational Therapist
  • Sound clinical reasoning skills and evidence-informed practice
  • Effective time management, prioritization, and organization skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary setting

**Accreditation and Training**

Candidates should ideally have Enable housing and wheelchair level 1 accreditation. However, training will be provided for the successful candidate if required.



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