Ongoing full-time or part-time role (min 22.5 hours per week)

Be valued, supported and appreciated at work!

• We trust you to do your job (even when no one is looking!)
• We value true work-life balance & employ great authentic people
• We say thank you & have your back when you need it

If you just said yes to the above, read on!

We’re a growing business, on the lookout for a highly skilled and motivated Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or Speech Pathologist to lead our local Ballarat allied health team.

As our Ballarat Team Leader, you’ll be the day-to-day ‘‘go to’’ support for the Ballarat Team of experienced Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Speech Pathologists. You will also help to promote and grow our service in the Greater Ballarat region.

Ideally, you’re a real ''people person'' who’s passionate about building a collaborative workplace culture. As part of the Allied Therapy Services Leadership Team, you will be well-supported and a valued member of a dynamic, respectful and innovative team.

The position includes a clinical caseload specific to your qualification in either; Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy or Speech Pathology.

Unfortunately, we are not in a position to sponsor candidates from overseas at this time.

Our Ballarat office and team

• We have a beautiful office space in central Ballarat! Pop in for informal office catch ups or to find a quiet space to get your notes done.
• Work closely with our team of experienced Speechies, Physios and OTs. We strongly promote knowledge sharing & collaborative practice amongst our teams.

About your new role

As a Ballarat Team Leader at Allied Therapy Services, your day could include:

• Providing informal support to your local team of therapists. This may be over the phone, catching up for a coffee or in a quieter space in our Ballarat office.
• Identifying the needs of the team then planning and organising social, professional and cultural catch ups.
• Working closely with our Clinical Operations Manager to identify recruitment needs, meeting with potential recruits and being involved in the interview and recruitment process.
• Helping to onboard and support new team members.
• Allocating clients to our therapists and managing our local waitlist.
• Liaising with support coordinators, local area coordinators, private referrers and community organisations to continue to build awareness of our organisation and services within the local community.
• Collaborating with our other Team Leaders or wider Leadership Team on quality improvement projects.
• Taking part in leadership team meetings or our leadership development program.
• Popping out to see your clients either at their home or in the community to help them achieve their goals.

Benefits of working with Allied Therapy Services

• Work for a well-established, community-based Allied Health provider with a strong referrer base ensuring a consistent & interesting caseload.
• Regular and easily accessible day-to-day support provided by our wider Leadership & Management Team.
• Full admin support.
• A genuine focus & value on work life balance. Family friendly & flexible working arrangements.
• An amazing team & organisation culture. We strongly value team culture and focus on building teams who value one another and who enjoy working together.
• Individualised clinical supervision from our experienced Clinical Leads.
• A broad & growing range of assessment, therapy & reporting resources & tools.
• Professional development opportunities & support.
• Reasonable, achievable & flexible billable expectations.
• Leadership Learning and Development programs to support and allow you to grow as a leader.
• Cloud based clinical & communication systems.
• The everyday tech to do your job; a laptop and phone. 
• Travel reimbursement and leave loading of 17.5%.

Minimum role requirements 

• You have a Bachelor degree or equivalent in either; Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy or Speech Pathology
• You have a general registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) (OTs and Physios) or you  are a Certified Practising Member of Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) (Speechies)
• You have a minimum of 5 years demonstrated work history as a Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or Speech Pathologist.
• You have a current Australian drivers licence and a reliable vehicle.

Keen to know more?

If you would like to know more about all the benefits of working with Allied Therapy Services, confidentially discuss the role or would like a copy of the Position Description, please contact our Clinical Operations Manager Anne Roberts on 03 5292 8022 or via email [email protected].

View additional roles available at Allied Therapy Services on our website https://www.alliedtherapyservices.com.au/jobs-with-us

Ready to apply?

Applications will only be accepted via the Allied Therapy Services website
https://www.alliedtherapyservices.com.au/jobs-with-us/tlballarat

Applications submitted via SEEK will be instructed to submit via our website to be considered for this role

Applications close, Friday 24th May 2024.

However, please note that applications will be considered as they are received so, please don't delay in contacting Anne or applying for the role if you are interested.