Employment Support Clinician (Occupational Therapist/Physio)

MSWAWould you like to make a difference in the life of a person with MS or acquired neurological condition to maintain their employment? We are seeking a recruiter to join our rapidly growing Specialist Employment Support Service team in a full-time capacity to play a pivotal part in supporting people diagnosed with MS and acquired neurological conditions by providing advice on whole of life factors which may impact their ability to remain in work.You will be well supported by structured induction/training, supervision, and a large team of passionate allied health professionals that put the client first.There are no billable hours, and this is not a NDIS role.Working at MSWAAt MSWA, team members have great satisfaction in knowing they are part of a team that is making a real difference to the lives of people living with multiple sclerosis and other acquired neurological conditions.MSWA strives to be an employer of choice and have developed an employee benefit program for all permanent and fixed term employees.These IncludeGenerous Salary Packaging optionsEmployee Assistance ProgramDiscounted Private Health, life, travel & pet InsurancePaid parental leavePurchased leaveLearning & Development opportunitiesHybrid work arrangementsIdeal Candidate:Self-motivated and ability to work both autonomously and as part of a teamAn ability to problem-solve; think laterally and creativelyExcellent organisational, planning and time management skillsAbility to build rapport with clients, employers, and suppliersDemonstrated computer literacyAttention to detailYour Responsibilities:Managing a caseload of clients while conducting holistic, functional, physical, cognitive and vocational assessments.Identifying vocational/non-vocational barriers and providing individualised advice and strategies to help individuals with MS maintain their employment.Supporting people to manage whole of life factors which impact employment.Recommending and organising workplace modifications, equipment and strategies to assist individuals to remain working.Educating employers and co-workers.Qualifications:Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy and registered with AHPRA or Tertiary qualification in Exercise Physiology and membership of the ESSA.Current Driver's Licence.Experience working in community settings, case management and/or in Disability Employment or Occupational Rehabilitation Sectors is highly desired.Recent graduate applications will be considered.Please note: The appointed candidate must successfully complete a National Police Check (possibly an International Police Check) and an NDIS worker check prior to the commencement of employment.How To ApplyFor more information, to arrange to speak to a team member or to obtain a copy of the position description, please call Leigh McCaffrey on0408938607orleigh.mccaffrey@mswa.org.auA Bit About UsMSWA exists to meet the needs of Western Australians living with a neurological condition. In everything we do, we maintain a single-minded focus on the people we support.Ourpurposeis to empower people living with neurological conditions to live their best lives.Ourvisionis to help shape a world where people with neurological