Benefits of Membership
Two monthly newsletters
- AusOT News - A monthly national newsletter to keep in touch with current events.
- OT NEWS - A monthly state newsletter to inform you of local events and courses.
- Excellent for keeping up with current issues and the development of professional networks!
The Australian Occupational Therapy Journal
- The official quarterly journal of OT AUSTRALIA, an international referred professional publication.
Access to continuing professional development courses and conferences
- A range of extra-curricular courses, conferences, workshops and seminars are available to members at a significantly lower rate than non-members.
- State conference held every two years.
- A beneficial addition to your resume!
Access to professional interest groups
- Groups include - paediatric, aged care, mental health, driver, occupational health.
- A great way to network and learn about your particular area of interest.
Job search assistance
- Join the "looking for work" listings or place an advertisement on the website if you are looking for staff.
- Access to the job vacancies page on the OT AUSTRALIA - SA website.
Professional representation
- OT AUSTRALIA provides Occupational Therapists with a united voice on various issues. The more members, the more effective OT AUSTRALIA can be in representing the profession.
- OT AUSTRALIA proactively addresses political, social, professional and legislative issues that may impact on the profession both now and in the future at local, state, and federal level.
Professional standards
- Development and maintenance of professional standards.
Professional indemnity insurance
- Competitive rates from the recommended companies.
- A necessity for those thinking about starting or who have started a private practice.
New graduate and regional/rural support
- OT AUSTRALIA SA is available to answer your professional questions as a new graduate or sole Occupational Therapist in regional/rural South Australia.
Awards
- Recognition of notable contributions to the profession by members.
- OT in SA Awards held annually.
Use of OT AUSTRALIA corporate logo and display boards
- Loan of promotional materials, display boards, posters and photos free for members.
- Member only use of OT AUSTRALIA logo and name. Identify yourself as part of an united profession.
Fantastic discounts on OT AUSTRALIA promotional products
- Mugs, post-it notes, pens, rulers, brochures, t-shirts, rugby tops, posters and more...
Support and sponsorship of students - the future of the profession
- 'Community Orientated Fieldwork 301/401' students are provided with support and guidance for various projects involving promotion of the profession.
- Communication and Management Award: awarded to a graduating fourth year student in recognition of academic ability and peer voted ability in the field of communication and management. OT AUSTRALIA SA presents the award recipient with a cash prize!