Occupational Therapist

About the Opportunity

Join a dedicated and client-focused team at APM New Zealand where your clinical skills will make a genuine impact. This role offers the chance to support diverse client needs in a dynamic, supportive environment in New Plymouth, Taranaki.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver rehabilitation and support services to individuals in their community settings.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to help clients reach their rehabilitation goals.
• Apply knowledge of community service pathways to enhance support.
• Assess and manage concussion and mild-to-moderate traumatic brain injuries, including treatments targeting cervical spine, vestibular, and oculomotor systems.
• Work closely with general practitioners, specialists, and other team members to provide integrated care.
• Implement individualised community rehabilitation programs focusing on independence and functional outcomes.
• Deliver home- and community-based functional rehabilitation and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Engage in pain management services by employing behaviour change, pacing strategies, education, and biopsychosocial approaches to assist clients living with persistent pain.
• Conduct functional needs assessments and create service recommendations to promote client independence.
• Understand and navigate ACC service entitlements to connect clients with appropriate assistance.
• Prepare thorough, clear clinical reports that justify treatment decisions.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in community rehabilitation services.
• Relevant professional qualifications, registration, and a current practicing certificate as an Occupational Therapist.
• Strong clinical reasoning and flexibility across varied client needs.
• Demonstrated ability to provide client-centered rehabilitation within community settings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to engage clients, families, and stakeholders professionally and clearly.
• A passion for effecting positive change and providing exceptional care.
• A commitment to ongoing professional growth and learning.

Benefits and Additional Information

• Your position comes with a competitive remuneration package.
• Annual practicing certificate expenses are reimbursed.
• Enjoy five weeks of annual leave supporting your work-life balance.
• A vehicle is provided for both business and personal use.

If you are eager to make a meaningful difference through your occupational therapy skills in a supportive environment, we encourage you to consider this role.