Occupational Therapist

Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki tēnei mahi (About this position)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapist to work in a private Occupational Therapy Practice.  

DPVA Ltd is a specialty Driving Assessment service whose client base ranges from young children through to older people, all with varying medical conditions, injuries or disabilities. 

As Occupational Therapists, our core goal is to help people maintain their independence with driving and/or to travel safely inside a vehicle.

Te āhuatunga a te tūrunga (About the role)

We typically:

• Assess how a person's medical condition, injury or disability might impact on their ability to drive safely and legally (determine physical & cognitive capacity);
• Recommend appropriate vehicle modifications & provide training in their use;
• Assess work-related driving capacity (including commercial vehicle licenses);
• Help an individual with an acquired or congenital disability begin driving;
• Complete an ergonomic assessment to determine the best driving posture and facilitate improved driving performance;
• For those who can not drive (passengers), help identify relevant alternative transport options to ensure the person can continue to access the community

Ko wai koe (About you)

We work with a diverse range of customers including:

• Accident Compensation Corporation
• Ministry of Health
• Lottery Grants Board
• Employers
• PrIvately-funded individuals.

OFFER

We can offer you:

• Ongoing supervision
• Training and continuous professional development
• Active participation in the further development of the service
• To be part of a progressive service which promotes speciality area and career development.

Ngā huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position)

Te Tono (How to apply)

Applications will not close until an appropriate candidate is found. 

Overseas applicants will need to become registered with the Occupational Therapy Board of New Zealand (obtain a current practising certificate), and have a full Driver's Licence.

For a confidential talk, please call 0212217950 or email an application to david.morris@dpva.co.nz 

Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More information)

This role will suit an Occupational Therapist that:

• Has experience working in Driving Assessment and Rehabilitation. 
• This role will involve a lot of on-the-job training, and this requires a long-term commitment.
• The ability to manage a caseload and relationships with multiple stakeholders is essential.
• Applicants must be willing to travel frequently (including over-night stays in other NZ cities (Possibly up to 1-2 nights a month).

Location:  Office is in Meadowbank, Auckland (however staff usually work from home). Travel to other areas of the country is often required.