• Permanent Part-Time position – 15 hours per week, Tuesday required + one flexible day
• Based in Rockingham – join a supportive team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents
• Salary packaging available to eligible employees, helping you make the most of your take-home pay.

About the Role

As our Occupational Therapist at Gracehaven, you’ll help residents live with dignity, independence and choice. You’ll complete comprehensive assessments, identify individual capabilities, and design therapeutic interventions that enhance physical, emotional and psychosocial wellbeing.

You’ll contribute to personalised care plans, advocate for resident needs, and use flexible, creative approaches to support residents in exercising control over their daily activities. You’ll also provide clinical guidance to Lifestyle and Therapy teams, ensuring therapeutic objectives are delivered consistently and effectively.

This permanent part‑time role is 15 hours per fortnight, worked across two days — with Tuesday required to attend our multidisciplinary meeting. The second day is flexible and can be arranged to suit your schedule.

About the Team

Gracehaven is home to a warm, values‑driven residential care team that puts residents at the centre of every decision. We collaborate openly, support one another, and focus on solutions rather than barriers. You’ll join colleagues who care deeply, embrace creativity, and strive to make every interaction meaningful.

Why Join Us?

At BaptistCare, we value our employees and foster a positive, inclusive work environment. You’ll enjoy:

• Hourly pay from $42.22 – $52.86, dependent on experience
• Salary packaging up to $18,550 tax‑free
• Discounted gym memberships
• Novated car leasing
• Flexible work arrangements & additional leave options
• Health & wellbeing initiatives (free counselling, spiritual support, nutrition advice)
• Study assistance up to $3,000 per year
• Access to learning programs including LinkedIn Learning

About You

You’re an empathetic, confident clinician who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys supporting older Australians. You bring:

• Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
• Strong understanding of contemporary OT practice in aged care
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to relate to older people with dignity, respect and compassion
• Confidence managing a busy workload and shifting priorities
• Ability to lead, guide and support team members
• Proficiency across a wide range of IT applications

Desirable:

• Experience in residential aged care
• Knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards, legislation and AN‑ACC

About Us

BaptistCare is a leading purpose‑led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, community services, disability support and housing.

With the right people alongside us, life feels more connected, supported and hopeful. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia — enriching lives through communities of care.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. The closing date is subject to change without notice.

Successful candidates will undergo background checks including criminal history, reference checks, and (if applicable) WWCC, NDIS worker screening, and a pre‑employment medical.

BaptistCare – Transforming lives by expressing the love of Christ.

Recruitment Agencies: This position is managed directly by our Talent Acquisition team. Please do not contact employees directly or submit unsolicited CVs.