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Job title - Advanced Therapy Mentor
Location - Choose a Hub closest to you
Employment Type - Full time or Part time (4 days per week)
Salary - $95,000 - $120,000 (depending on experience)

About Everyday Independence
With over 40 hubs across Australia, Everyday Independence is a dynamic allied health organisation committed to changing the game for people with disabilities. Working in the social model, our united team of talented change-makers is on a mission to make inclusion possible for all Australians.

About The Role
We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Occupational Therapist, Speech Pathologist, or Physiotherapist to step into the role of Advanced Therapy Mentor. If you love sharing knowledge, empowering others, and driving excellence in therapy outcomes, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful impact. If you were here last week, these are some of the things you may have done:

What You’ll Do
As an Advanced Therapy Mentor, you’ll:

• Provide mentoring and guidance to colleagues, including early-career therapists, ensuring they feel confident and capable in their roles.
• Champion evidence-based practices and implement new initiatives developed by the leadership team.
• acilitate learning and development activities to upskill team members and build capability.
• Collaborate with the team to meet clinical targets and implement solutions for participant and team success.
• Promote our values and clinical model to inspire your colleagues.
• Teach and mentor mentees in:
  
  • Using the LEAD assessment.
  • Referring, delegating, and supervising Habit Coaches.
  • Completing therapy plans for every participant.
  • Understanding scope of practice for each discipline within an interdisciplinary team (IDT).
  • Planning intervention activities within the sprint methodology.
  • Embedding learning into practice through appraisal and feedback.
• Contribute to induction, community of practice, and organisation-wide education, including resource review and development.
• Demonstrate commercial acumen and teach mentees how to optimise time to meet billable targets.
• Work with Team and Area Leads to actively contribute to practitioner retention.
• Identify potential future mentors and, in collaboration with the Area Lead, support their growth in mentor roles.
• Provide mentoring support across different areas and states.
• Support team members with achieving clinical targets relevant to their hub and area, providing input into therapy plans, raising clinical concerns, and offering solutions.
• Mentor team members completing their induction program, along with new graduates.
• Champion the EI Clinical Model and drive the adoption of new practices developed by the leadership team.

Who We Are Looking For
At Everyday Independence, our team thrives on shared values and a collaborative spirit. We're on the lookout for individuals who resonate with our values and can seamlessly integrate into our dynamic environment. We’re seeking a motivated and enthusiastic team member who:

• Holds a tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, or Physiotherapy.
• Has current registration with the relevant professional body:
  
  • AHPRA for Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists.
  • SPA for Speech Pathologists.
• Has extensive experience in a community-based and/or disability setting.
• Thrives in a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Is passionate about mentoring, coaching, and developing others.
• Understands contemporary therapy practices and is dedicated to achieving outstanding participant outcomes.
• Has the ability to influence, inspire, and foster confidence and capability in others.
• Has experience working with clinical strategy and meeting set targets.
• Has knowledge of risk prevention and management.
• Is proficient in compiling, analyzing, and presenting statistical data.
• Is committed to achieving outcomes for people living with a disability and supporting them to reach their full potential.

What We Offer

• Continuous Learning: Guidance and support provided by industry-leading clinicians to help you excel.
• Competitive Salary Package: Attractive remuneration, plus additional benefits such as vehicle options, laptop, phone, and performance and loyalty bonuses.
• Flexible Working Options: Enjoy calendar control and create a week that works for you.
• Opportunities for Growth: Growth opportunities are endless! Explore clinical mentoring/education or operational leadership career pathways.
• Supportive Environment: Dedicated operational, clinical and admin support so you can focus on what you do best. Work in a supportive, interdisciplinary environment, collaborating with experts in the field.
• Everyday Perks: We offer a range of additional perks including pet-friendly hubs, in-house career coaching, professional development budget, wellbeing days, paid parental leave, regular social events and access to confidential counselling services through our Employee Assistance Program

Join the Change-Makers
At Everyday Independence, your expertise in allied health isn't just valued; it's crucial in driving positive change for individuals with disabilities. Apply today and start your journey as a change-maker.

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