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Join to apply for the Community Orthoptist role at Guide Dogs NSW/ACT1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Community Orthoptist role at Guide Dogs NSW/ACTIntroduction:We are committed to providing services for people with low vision or blindness by tailoring solutions to help overcome barriers and build independent and fulfilling lives.We are united in our shared mission of creating opportunities, championing the rights of people with low vision or blindness, and building communities who share our mindset and ambition for accessibility and inclusivity.With a strong culture of innovation, learning, flexibility and belonging, we live our values and allow our team members to be the best version of themselves inside and outside work.Description:We are currently seeking an experienced Orthoptist to join our team in St Leonards on a 12 month fixed term full-time or part time basis, to provide low vision assessments, training and other interventions to support individuals with vision impairment to develop, enhance and maintain independence in their desired activities of daily living.Key Accountabilities:Conduct functional low vision assessments and develop appropriate interventions based on client and family goals.Deliver interventions to enable clients to use their residual vision more effectively and efficiently, using a person-centred, strengths-based approach. Interventions may include advice, education, optical and electronic low vision aids, lighting and other equipment.Conduct training in the use of low vision aids and equipment, and support clients to purchase aids or access the loan library system as appropriate.Provide education to clients and their families on the meaning and implications of their diagnosis.Deliver services in clinic and community locations, and at client homes.Demonstrate an awareness of psychosocial issues surrounding service provision, especially the impact of vision loss on clients and families.Produce individualised reports for clients, colleagues and external stakeholders as appropriate.Coordinate referral to internal (Occupational Therapy, Orientation and Mobility) and external low vision rehabilitation services.Utilise Guide Dogs NSW/ACTs electronic Client Relationship Management system to maintain accurate, up to date client records in line with Guide Dogs policy and professional standards.Complete administration duties as required including booking appointments, managing and ordering stock and maintaining financial records.Essential Experience:Degree qualified in orthoptics or equivalent.Eligibility for registration with the Australian Orthoptic Board.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with clients, colleagues and external stakeholders.Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and modern technology such as smart phones and their related applications.NSW Driver Licence or alternate strategy to travel between service locations (e.g. community hub, office, client home).Benefits that Guide Dogs offer:As a member of the Guide Dogs team, you will have access to a wide range of benefits tailored to your needs.A competitive remuneration package is available commensurate with skills and experience, which includes tax free salary packaging of up to $15,900.EAP - Get support when you need it with Employee Assistance Program counselling sessions.Me Days - Receive two paid days per year to support your health and wellbeing.Paid Parental Leave - take time to bond with your new child with 15 weeks paid leave after qualification periodThe option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave each year.Employee benefits program and Reward and Recognition program.Annual flu vaccinations.Support for your professional development including paid study leave and educational assistance.Join an organisation that makes a meaningful and positive impact on our society.Guide Dogs Values:Our clients come first in everything we doWalk the Talk - The buck stops with us. So we keep our word and keep going, no matter what.Lead with Head and Heart - Forever focused on our purpose and mission, we combine care and careful planning to deliver successes worth celebrating.Lift each other - From a guiding hand to a high five, we unleash and acknowledge everyone''s potential.Never stop exploring - We''re fearlessly creative. We''ve always asked and answered the tough questions and if there''s a better way, we''ll find it.Guide Dogs NSW/ACT are proud to be an inclusive workplace that reflects our clients and the broader community and are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We offer equal employment opportunity regardless of your disability, gender or gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital or domestic status, carer status, or political opinion.If you require an adjustment within the recruitment process, please contact jobs@guidedogs.com.au to inform us of your preferred method of communication.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typePart-timeJob functionJob functionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesNon-profit Organization ManagementReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Guide Dogs NSW/ACT by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Orthoptist roles.St Leonards, New South Wales, Australia 11 hours agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 months agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSenior Allied Health Manager, Drug and Alcohol ServicesSurry Hills, New South Wales, Australia 5 hours agoSenior Allied Health Manager, Drug and Alcohol ServicesSydney, New South Wales, Australia 10 hours agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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