Occupational Therapist – Better Homes Better Health (Fixed Term)
Fixed-term contract until 30 November 2027 | Part-time 0.4 FTE | Based in Prahran | Additional sites as required
Join a purpose-driven team supporting residents through one of Victoria’s largest public housing renewal projects.
At Better Health Network, we believe in delivering accessible, inclusive and person-centred care that empowers communities to thrive. As part of the Better Homes Better Health program, you will play a key role supporting public housing residents as they prepare to relocate and settle into new homes as part of Victoria’s Big Build redevelopment initiative.
This is a unique opportunity to combine your Occupational Therapy expertise with meaningful community impact — supporting vulnerable residents to maintain independence, safety and wellbeing during significant life transitions.
About the role
Working within the Better Homes Better Health team, you will provide comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions for residents living in public housing high-rise communities.
You will support individuals with complex health, social and functional needs through:
- Home and functional assessments
- Activities of daily living (ADL) support
- Home modifications and assistive equipment recommendations
- Relocation and settlement planning
- Education and self-management support
- Collaborative care planning with residents, carers and multidisciplinary teams
You will work closely with Homes Victoria, internal support teams and community stakeholders to ensure residents are supported throughout the relocation process and can continue living safely and independently within the community.
What you’ll bring
You are a compassionate and adaptable Occupational Therapist who enjoys working with diverse communities and complex presentations. You thrive in community-based settings and are passionate about supporting people experiencing disadvantage, housing insecurity or chronic health conditions.
To succeed in this role, you will have:
- Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
- Current AHPRA registration
- Experience working with older people, socially disadvantaged communities and/or people at risk of homelessness
- Experience conducting home assessments, prescribing equipment and recommending home modifications
- Knowledge of My Aged Care, CHSP, HACC PYP, Home Care Packages and/or NDIS
- Strong assessment, communication, problem-solving and relationship-building skills
- Eligibility or registration with SWEP and Gear 2 Go
- Current driver’s licence
Why join BHN?
At Better Health Network, you’ll be part of a collaborative and values-driven organisation committed to improving health and wellbeing outcomes across south-eastern Melbourne.
Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organisation committed to inclusion, innovation, and service excellence.
Apply now by submitting a resume detailing your skills and experience, and a cover letter that outlines why you’d like to join the BHN team and why you would be suitable for the role.
Please note shortlisting and assessment will commence as applications are received.
Contact: Kylie Osborne, Program Manager - Connected Communities
[email protected] for a confidential discussion.
Pre-employment requirements: All offers of employment are subject to reference checks, a national police check, working with children check, verification of the right to work in Australia, and other required probity and screening requirements.
Better Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including those from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, and LGBTI+ communities.
