Residential Occupational Therapist - Rockingham

Residential Occupational Therapist - Rockingham

Aged Care Services | Aged Care

When you join Mercy Care, you join something bigger. A community of staff that make a difference at the heart of the community. As aleading Western Australian not-for-profit provider of aged care,family, community, early learning and disability services wesupport people throughout life’s journey. We invest in ourpeople by building rewarding careers, offering training and development opportunities and a values-driven culture where ourpeople can belong and thrive.

An exciting opportunity has opened to join our close-knit allied health team. This role offers genuine variety, delivering services across multiple settings - from empowering residents in residentialaged care to live life to the fullest.

We are seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist who valuesbuilding meaningful relationships with residents and clients, while applying strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills toenhance participation and quality of life. The role is Part- timebased in our Rockingham facility 2 days a week.

Key responsibilities include:

• Functional retraining and rehabilitation
• Cognitive stimulation therapy for dementia

You’ll enjoy working both autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. This position is available asfull-time permanent or part-time permanent, offering flexibility tosuit your lifestyle.

You will have prior experience working as an Occupational Therapist, with previous experience working in Aged Care desirable.

You’ll be motivated by a genuine passion to empower aged care clients to live life to the fullest. Strong problem-solving, time management and organisational skills, along with the ability towork independently are essential in this role.

In addition, you will also possess:

• Tertiary Qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Registration with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency)
• Knowledge of the Aged Care Act (1997), Occupational Healthand Safety legislation and Accreditation Standards.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills,including the ability to problem solve and resolve conflict
• Demonstrated ability to coach and support staff
• The ability to work well autonomously and in a team environment
• Driver’s Licence
• National Police Clearance (obtained within the last 6months)

You'll become part of an inclusive, diverse, and welcoming

Western Australian organisation passionately committed to making ameaningful impact in the local community. Our Mercy Care Promise  is focused on ensuring our people are connected and empowered to make a positive difference in the heart of our communities.

As a valued team member, you’ll also enjoy accessto:

• Not for profit Salary Packaging options up to $18,000!
• Structured supervision with internal experiencedclinicians
• Childcare discounts for your little ones
• Laptop and phone
• Options to purchase additional leave
• Career Pathways, Professional Development and Training
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Program including discounted health insurance and free flu vaccinations

Click "Apply Now" to visit our website andsubmit your application. Applications close on 24th March 2026
but don't wait—apply early, as the recruitment process may begin before the closing date.

Please note all applications must be received via the onlineportal to be considered.

Mercy Care values individuality. If you experienceneurodiversity or live with a disability and would like support or accommodations to fully participate in our recruitment process,reach out to us at  we would loveto hear from you.

With our 175-year legacy extending back to the Sisters of Mercy, today we stand proud tomake a positive difference in our local communities. We live by our values – respect, integrity, compassion, justice, excellence,and courage.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children, young people and the vulnerable. We inviteapplications from people from all walks of life, including

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and those from diverse ages, cultures, faiths, abilities, gender and sexuality