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OT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS8E01 – New Year, New Pressures: What the Pricing Consultation Means for OTsMany OT teams are feeling the same mix right now – strong referral demand alongside shifting rules and inconsistent NDIA decision making. It’s hard to plan services, hard to train early career clinicians and hard to give participants confidence when the system keeps changing.At the same time, participants are increasingly experiencing funding reductions rather than exits from the scheme. That shift raises the stakes for functional evidence, because strong documentation can be the difference between maintaining essential supports and losing them.
Funding cuts are changing what participants need from usMore participants are...
2026-01-2951 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS7E10 - Sarah, Nikki & Alyce signing off for 2025The “slow crawl” quite a few of us are feeling End-of-year fatigue looks different depending on your role. For some clinicians, cancellations start rolling in and caseloads thin out. For others, it’s the opposite – back-to-back sessions, “just one more appointment”, families trying to squeeze everything in before Christmas, and calendars that don’t breathe until January. Both experiences can feel unsettling. If your workload drops, it can trigger anxiety about income, targets or whether you should be doing more. If your workload spikes, it can feel like you’re running on fumes and resentment. Either way, your nervou...
2025-12-1846 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS7E09 - Fairness at Risk: How New Planning Reforms Could Reshape Everyday OT PracticeAs the year winds down, many OTs are crawling toward the finish line rather than gliding over it. Last-minute calls for urgent functional assessments, section 100 reports and crisis planning keep landing on already full caseloads. The expectation that we can simply “bump it to the top” ignores the reality that there are only so many clinical hours available. Saying yes to every urgent request often means saying no to people who are already on our books and relying on us.
What is changing in NDIS planningAmid the everyday pressure, major changes to NDIS planning are...
2025-12-1143 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS7E08 - Inconsistency, Delays and Risk: The NDIS Reality CheckAs the year comes to a close, many OTs are feeling stretched. Illness, client demand, school schedules and end-of-year fatigue all shape the workload long before the NDIS is even factored in. When you add shifting guidelines, slow processes and decisions that seem to change without warning, it’s clear why many practitioners are questioning how to keep their work sustainable.
A new NDIA inquiry and why it matters
A parliamentary inquiry into the administration of the NDIA has been announced, with submissions due in January 2026. Its scope includes financial sustainability, regulatory performance and ho...
2025-12-0444 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS7E07 - Crunch Time Again: Inside the New Pricing Analysis and Disability Sector ReportNavigating sector uncertainty and what OTs need to know right nowThe disability sector continues to shift rapidly, with new reports, pricing discussions and workforce pressures influencing how providers operate. For many OTs, the mix of policy noise, business demands and day-to-day practice pressures can feel overwhelming. This week’s developments highlight the importance of staying informed, planning deliberately and understanding the broader context shaping service delivery.
Life and business behind the scenes
Many OTs are juggling work demands alongside family responsibilities, volunteering commitments and the realities of running a business. The pressures of...
2025-11-2750 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS7E06 - The Year End Squeeze: Protecting Your Energy as NDIS Changes AccelerateThe emotional load of the festive season
As the year winds down many OTs are running on empty. December brings concerts, Secret Santas, toy drives and family events but it also brings rushed reports, urgent NDIS requests and long mental lists of what needs to be bought, wrapped or organised. Even joyful activities add planning and cost and for OTs with school aged children the competing dates and expectations can compound the strain.
If you are feeling flat, irritable or overextended it is simply a sign that your capacity is stretched. The mix of home...
2025-11-2040 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS7E05 - Wrapping Up the Year While the NDIS Ramps UpAs the year closes, many OTs are juggling exhaustion, rising referrals, shifting NDIS rules and pressure from both paediatric and adult caseloads. The overlapping demands can feel chaotic, yet they share common themes that help explain why so many clinicians are feeling stretched.
When recovery time disappears
After conferences or big clinical weeks, many OTs return home depleted, only to find their calendars already full. Some practitioners restore energy through activity and constant movement, while others need slow days, naps or quiet routines. However you recharge, the year’s end highlights how little str...
2025-11-1348 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS7E04 - From Knowledge to Practice: Making OT Conferences MatterConferences are more than name badges and slides. Done well, they sharpen clinical judgement, build community and turn tricky ideas into steps you can use right away at work. Fresh from Rotorua during the Oceania Seating Symposium, plus a packed OT Week at home, here’s a practical round-up for clinicians who want learning that sticks – and guidance on turning your own experience into an accepted abstract.
Why clinician-led conferences matter
Academic rigour is essential, but frontline clinicians often ask a different question: what can I do differently tomorrow? Events designed for clinicians focu...
2025-11-0539 min2025-10-2643 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS7E02 - What’s Changing Now: NDIS Therapy and Respite Updates ExplainedRecent NDIS updates are reshaping how therapy supports and respite services are delivered and justified. Two new documents – the Therapy Support Guideline and the Short-Term Respite Guideline – mark a significant shift in expectations for evidence-based practice, outcome measurement and funding accountability.
For OTs, these changes mean reviewing how group programs, therapy assistant hours and respite recommendations are structured, documented and billed. While the intent is greater consistency and transparency, the practical implications will be felt across paediatric, community and functional assessment work.
New expectations for evidence-based therapy
The Therapy Support Guideline place...
2025-10-2344 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS7E01 - It’s Not the Tool, It’s the Process: The ICAN Conversation The recent announcement confirming the ICAN tool as the foundation for future NDIS support needsassessments has sparked serious discussion across the Occupational Therapy community. While many clinicians recognise the need for a more consistent national approach, the way ICAN is being positioned raises major questions about process, workforce capability and the independence of assessments. Used as part of a broader OT evaluation, ICAN can be useful. Used alone to determine funding it risks misrepresenting function and undermining the professional reasoning OTs bring to complex cases.
Beyond the tool itself: why process matters more th...
2025-10-1646 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS6E10 - Reports on Trial: OT Documentation and the NDISA recent case before the Administrative Review Tribunal has reignited a conversation many Occupational Therapists are already having: what does defensible documentation look like in 2025? Anything you write can travel far beyond its original purpose. A brief letter to a GP, internal correspondence between providers or a simple progress note may be bundled into evidence for plan reviews or tribunal matters. That doesn’t mean you need to write like a barrister – it means your documents should be clear, accurate, clinically reasoned and ready to stand on their own. If your name is on it, assume it could be read...
2025-09-2538 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS6E09 - Keeping Supports Steady: Psychosocial Disability and NDIS ChangesKeeping Supports Steady: Psychosocial Disability and NDIS Changes
The NDIS is changing quickly and it can be hard to keep up. Many people with disability aren’t seeing the updates, yet the impacts are real. Here's a recap on what’s shifting and how OTs can respond.
Psychosocial disability needs steady, long-term support
Early intervention matters, but it won’t replace the NDIS for everyone. Many people with psychosocial disability have ongoing, fluctuating needs. They benefit from stable, wraparound supports across home, community, education and work.
OTs underst...
2025-09-1836 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS06E08 - NDIS reform round-up: What OTs need to know in 2025NDIS reform round-up: what OTs need to know now
NDIS reforms are moving, but not always in straight lines. Here’s a clear, practice-first update based entirely on the issues raised in your discussion: consultation fatigue, the Evidence Advisory Committee, delays to the planning framework and support needs assessments, what impairment notices might mean, mandatory registration realities, audits in practice and the latest OTA pricing survey.
Thriving kids: consultation fatigue, advocacy that still matters
Clinics are feeling tapped out after repeated consultations and still-unreleased best practice guidelines. Yet advocacy remains important. A Senate in...
2025-09-1142 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS6E07 - NDIS Oversight is Broken — Here’s What That Means for ProvidersNavigating complaints, compliance and safeguarding in the NDIS
Working within the NDIS can be rewarding but it also comes with complex responsibilities. For allied health providers, support coordinators and practice owners, ensuring participant safety isn’t always straightforward. Even when the right steps are taken, reporting concerns can lead to frustrating delays, unexpected consequences and, in the most tragic cases, life-or-death outcomes.
This article explores the realities of raising concerns in the NDIS – from understanding who to report to through to the emotional toll of speaking up when systems don’t respond as they should.
2025-09-0440 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS6E06 - So… What Would You Do Next? OT Futures and NDIS RealitiesIn this episode, we dive into two big conversations every occupational therapist, and anyone in the disability space, needs to hear.
First, we reflect on the reality of career uncertainty in OT. Whether you're in private practice, working for yourself, or exploring other sectors, we talk about the importance of backup plans, transferable skills, and why it’s okay to reassess your path without guilt or panic. You’ll hear honest reflections on transitioning between roles, recalibrating expectations, and staying grounded while thinking about “what’s next?”
From there, we shift gears to the recently released N...
2025-08-2842 min
Fast Intelligent CareNavigating AT Assessments and NDIS ApprovalsWelcome to “The OT Series: Real Talk on Funding, Practice & AT with Sarah Collison”, a 4-part podcast series by Enable Lifecare.Hosted by Chanelle Olivier (OT), the series features an in-depth conversation with Sarah Collison, an experienced OT and respected voice in the profession. Together, they unpack the real-world challenges of NDIS practice and Assistive Technology (AT).In this second episode, Sarah Collison takes us inside the assistive technology (AT) process, breaking down what OTs need to consider before funding requests are even made. From understanding a client’s goals and environment to working through the hi...
2025-08-2621 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS6E05 - When Policy Shifts Come via the NewsfeedThis week on OT Unplugged, Sarah, Nikki, and Alyce swap Oodie stories (pandas vs. champagne avocados), laugh about missing wine bottles and Lego office décor, and then get serious about something far less cozy — the way NDIS policy shifts often reach providers first through the media rather than direct communication.
In this episode, we explore:
The Numbers Game: What the latest NDIS quarterly report reveals — more than 739,000 participants on the scheme and growth well above original forecasts.
Children and the Scheme: Why kids under 15 continue to dominate new entrants, and what this means fo...
2025-08-2140 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS06E04 - Christmas Parties, Sharks in the Lake, and the NDIS Delay GameThis week on OT Unplugged, Sarah, Nikki and Alyce take you from heartwarming wheelchair wins to head-scratching NDIS decisions and everything in between.
We share a six-year success story that proves sometimes you don’t have to reinvent the wheel… while also diving into a “Dick Decision of the Week” that left one client trapped in their home thanks to baffling bureaucratic delays.
We unpack what the latest NDIS AAT stats really mean for OTs and participants, explore the headaches of funding periods, and share a few productivity hacks that might just change your work life (ye...
2025-08-1445 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS6E03 - From Compliance to Chaos: OT Practice Under NDIS PressureIn this lively and unfiltered episode of OT Unplugged, Sarah, Nikki and Alyce dive deep into the real behind-the-scenes of OT life. From forgotten billing and chaotic clinical loads to dodgy grocery deliveries and what not to do with the NDIS logo. You'll laugh, nod in solidarity, and feel the fire of advocacy as the team navigates everything from hosting students and juggling admin to prepping for what could be a major national NDIS protest in Canberra. They also uncover some critical changes in NDIS branding rules and the disappointing disappearance of key AHPA registration resources. Whether you're buried...
2025-08-0744 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS6E02 - Spiders, Snakes & Safety: The Wild World of OT Home VisitsThis week Nikki, Alyce and Sarah dive deep into the often wild, always unpredictable world of community occupational therapy. From ferrets and replica Rambo knives to renovation chaos and rogue spiders, the trio share some of their most unforgettable home visit moments and and the crucial safety lessons they’ve learned along the way. But this isn’t just a collection of wild stories. We explore the serious side of safety in OT practice:
Why risk assessments are essential and often overlooked in community and paediatric settings.
What it really means to do a "vibe chec...
2025-07-3142 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS6E01 - Beyond the Price Guide: Hard Conversations & Smart ChoicesIn this episode of OT Unplugged, Nikki, Alyce and Sarah return from the school holiday juggle and dive straight into the increasingly challenging realities of working in the NDIS space. From the chaos of school drop-offs and camp kitchens to the harsh truths of the new NDIS price guide, the team doesn’t hold back. They share what it really looks like for OT providers navigating service cuts, plan manager pushback, and a system that’s doubling down, not backing down. You’ll hear honest reflections on: The “three A’s” of surviving NDIS reform: Advocate, Accept, Adapt Business sustainabili...
2025-07-2545 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsSpecial Episode: Maintaining OT Presence in an NDIS WorldThe recording of "Climbing the Mountain: Maintaining OT Presence in an Evolving NDIS" is now ready. Delivered as a presentation at the recent OTA conference by Sarah Collison and Jenny Gribbin, we are sharing the recording so that every OT navigating the NDIS can listen, reflect, and reconnect with the power of our collective journey.
This talk is a love letter to our profession. It’s the story of how OTs have climbed, scrambled, adapted, and persisted through every twist and turn of the NDIS since 2014. From the early days of no roadmap, through the storm of In...
2025-07-0914 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS05E10 - After the High: OT Conference, Real Life, and the July 1 CrashIn this raw and real episode of OT Unplugged, we’re back from the OT Australia Conference in Adelaide — inspired, exhausted, and now smacked in the face by July 1 changes to the NDIS Price Guide. Sarah, Nikki, and Alyce get candid about the emotional rollercoaster of returning to real life after a week of professional connection, community hugs, and the sudden reality of delivering OT services in an increasingly complex NDIS landscape. We talk tears, travel rates, KPIs, client communication, and the shifting expectations of OT businesses trying to remain viable without losing what makes the profession meaningful. Whether you’...
2025-07-0331 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS0509 - Pivot, Pause, or Push Through? Survival Tactics for OTs Right NowIn this week’s episode of OT Unplugged, Nikki and Alyce hold the fort while sending love and support to Sarah, who's attending a family funeral. Amidst personal challenges, EOFY chaos, and the looming OT Conference, Nikki and Alyce dive deep into the storm that is sweeping through the NDIS OT community.
From burnout and business survival to media advocacy and political silence, they discuss the emotional toll this season is taking and share practical insights into what OTs and business owners are really facing. You’ll hear stories straight from the clinic floor, how Nikki left her...
2025-06-2646 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS0508 - The Most Disastrous Price Guide Ever? Let’s Talk About It.The Most Disastrous Price Guide Ever? Let’s Talk About It.
This week on OT Unplugged, we're diving headfirst into what might be the most chaotic and damaging NDIS Price Guide we’ve ever seen. Raw, unfiltered, and recorded just hours after its release, this episode captures the real-time emotional and professional impact on OTs across Australia.
From gut-wrenching client stories to logistical nightmares and moral dilemmas, we unpack what the 2025 price guide really means for service provision, sector sustainability, and most importantly our participants.
🔥 In this episode: The shocking cut to travel rates a...
2025-06-1944 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS05E07 - NDIS Pricing Bombshell: What It Means for OTs & Practice OwnersNDIS Pricing Bombshell: What It Means for OTs, Physios & Practice Owners
Hold onto your spreadsheets — this week, the NDIS Annual Pricing Review has dropped, and the ripples are real. In this two-part episode, Sarah, Nikki, and Alyce break down what the new pricing changes mean for OTs, physios, and allied health practice owners.
From the calm-before-the-storm long weekend catch-up to Nikki rage-reading all 134 pages of the review (with help from her 9-year-old), this episode is part therapy, part strategy — and absolutely essential listening.
🔻 Will physios really lose $10/hour? 🔻 What’s the deal with 50% tra...
2025-06-1249 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS05E06 - Navigating NDIS 2.0: Service Agreements, Section 33, and Staying CompliantEpisode Summary: In this jam-packed episode of OT Unplugged, Sarah, Nikki, and Alyce dive deep into the chaos and clarity of OT life as the new financial year looms. From backseat laptop sessions and overflowing diaries to the real cost of missed billable time, we get honest about what it really takes to survive – and thrive – in today's OT landscape.
We break down:
What the Section 33 changes really mean for your service agreements
How to future-proof your paperwork against price guide updates
Time-blocking truths: what works, what flops, and why it mat...
2025-06-0545 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS05E05 - OTs vs the NDIS Maze - The latest on Section 33 + Foundational SupportsIn this weeks episode we discuss the latest on Section 33 changes and the updates to Foundational Supports. To access the free webinar head to https://www.verveotlearning.com.au/ndis-insights-unpacking-changes-to-ndis-section-33
2025-05-2945 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS05E04 - NDIS Just Got Tougher: Surviving the New Section 33 EraIn this episode of OT Unplugged, we dive headfirst into the sweeping changes triggered by Section 33 of the NDIS Act, which came into effect on May 19. These changes have introduced locked funding periods within participant plans, meaning OTs and providers can no longer rely on full plan budgets being accessible up front. Instead, budgets are now broken into quarterly allocations, and unspent funds can only roll forward—not backward. The result? Increased admin, reduced therapy flexibility, and serious disruption to how assessments and supports are delivered.
2025-05-2245 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS05E03 - From Mum Life to Mic Time: Prepping for the OT ConferenceIf you're interested in attending the OTA conference, click on the link below to take advantage of the Friends of the Podcast rate:
https://www.otausevents.com.au/otaus2025/friendsofthepodcast-otunplugged
2025-05-1544 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS05E02 - Impairment Categories Are a Mess: Inside the NDIA's Conflicting GuidelinesShow Links
The Australian Neurodivergent Parents Association - https://sites.google.com/view/theanpa/home?authuser
National Best Practice Framework for Early Childhood Intervention information session -https://events.humanitix.com/national-best-practice-framework-for-early-childhood-intervention-information-session?hxchl=mkt-hme
Don't forget to book your tickets!!
PERTH Networking Drinks 14 May 2025 - https://www.trybooking.com/DAEDQ
MELBOURNE Networking Drinks 20 May 2025 - https://www.trybooking.com/DBAWQ
ADELAIDE Networking Drinks 24 June 2025 - https://www.trybooking.com/DAIQD
2025-05-0936 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS05E02 - Impairment Categories Are a Mess: Inside the NDIA's Conflicting GuidelinesShow Links
The Australian Neurodivergent Parents Association
National Best Practice Framework for Early Childhood Intervention information session
Don't forget to book your tickets!!
PERTH Networking Drinks 14 May 2025 - https://www.trybooking.com/DAEDQ
MELBOURNE Networking Drinks 20 May 2025 - https://www.trybooking.com/DBAWQ
ADELAIDE Networking Drinks 24 June 2025 - https://www.trybooking.com/DAIQD
2025-05-0836 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS05E01 - Flexible or Fixed? NDIS, Stated Supports, and the Confusion in BetweenPodcast Link - https://commongrounddisability.substack.com/p/surviving-stated-supports-and-section
Don't forget to book your tickets!!
PERTH Networking Drinks 14 May 2025 - https://www.trybooking.com/DAEDQ
MELBOURNE Networking Drinks 20 May 2025 - https://www.trybooking.com/DBAWQ
ADELAIDE Networking Drinks 24 June 2025 - https://www.trybooking.com/DAIQD
2025-05-0147 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS04E12 - The Good, the Bad & the Clunky: OT Practice Software Deep Dive
2025-04-1049 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS04E11 - Denied Again? Real Talk on Navigating the NDIS SystemWe hope to see you at one of the Networking Events
Click on the link below to book!
PERTH 14 May 2025 - https://www.trybooking.com/DAEDQ
ADELAIDE 24 June 2025 https://www.trybooking.com/DAIQD
2025-04-0344 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS04E10 - NDIS Advocacy Isn’t in the Job Description… But Here We AreDaily Mail article https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/nrl/article-14525417/Wife-reveals-harrowing-reality-living-former-rugby-league-player-battling-CTE-dementia.html
Youtube Video Story on Trevor Crow - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pjV3WAWKFKg&t=5s
2025-03-2741 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS04E09 - The ART of War: Fighting for What’s Reasonable & NecessaryThis week we discuss the ART of War: Fighting for What’s Reasonable & Necessary
Links for Show notes –
Facebook Page – ADHD OTs providing OT to ADHDers!! https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18gRiwVxqb/
Daily Telegraph Article from Sarah’s Linked In - https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/national/australian-law-firms-made-37m-representing-failing-ndis/news-story/d473f11a05c64d292d9b4e55ff44dcb0
Daily Mail Article for Sarah’s inclinator client - https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14471317/NDIS-u-turn-family-house.html
Links to Networking Drinks - https://www.trybooking.com/DAEDQ
Link to ART training through Verve OTL - https://www...
2025-03-2039 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS04E08 - Scallop Pies, ATSA Highlights & A Toast to Strong WomenThis week we discuss Scallop Pies, ATSA Highlights & A Toast to Strong Women following International Women's Day. Please see links below as discussed during this episode:
National Assistance Card - https://www.nationalassistancecard.com.au
KISA phone - https://kisa.com.au
Tochie Smart Speaker - https://homelifetech.com.au/products/tochie-smart-speaker
Studio 10 Segment - https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/parenting/mothers-can-get-what-they-want-when-they-return-to-work/news-story
2025-03-1342 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS04E07 - Unpacking the NDIS Chaos: Reports, Rejections & Rants
2025-03-0644 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS04E06 - Providing Therapy in Schools, Cancellation Charges and Split BillingIn this week's episode we discuss Providing Therapy in Schools, Cancellation Charges and Split Billing
Tasmania Networking Drinks Event - https://www.trybooking.com/CYZCP
Kelly Mahler’s Interception Curriculum - https://www.kelly-mahler.com/product/the-interoception-curriculum-a-step-bystep-guide-to-developing-mindful-self-regulation/
2025-02-2735 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS04E05 OT advocacy, support needs assessments and NDIS report writing challengesIn this weeks episode we discuss OT advocacy, support needs assessments and NDIS report writing challenges. To connect with OTSI, please visit their website: https://otsi.net.au/
2025-02-2044 min
OT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS04E04 - Mental health, burnout and support strategies for OTsIn this episode we discuss the increasing concerns around mental health, burnout and support strategies for OTs plus delve further into the support needs assessment tenders.
Link for Hobart networking drinks - https://portal.trybooking.com/au/event/1352743
2025-02-1338 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS04E03 - NDIS challenges and the realities of private practiceThis week we discuss the NDIS challenges and the realities of private practice
Reasonable and necessary supports across the lifespan: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5898f042a5790ab2e0e2056c/t/5b1a02b62b6a286703f766f6/1598505493903/Reasonable+and+necessary+support+for+families+%28October+2014%29+Advice.pdf
Reasonable and necessary support for families: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5898f042a5790ab2e0e2056c/t/5b1a003a562fa72ab72fbc07/1598505538299/Reasonable+and+necessary+support+across+the+lifespan%3A+An+ordinary+life+for+people+with+disability+%28October+2014%29+Advice.pdf
2025-02-0642 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS04E02 - NDIS uncertainty, replacement supports confusion and recalibrating therapy intervention
2025-01-3042 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS04E01 - January surge, NDIS Impairment Notices and Community Advocacy for NDIS ReformsIn this weeks episode we discuss the January referral surge, commencement of NDIS impairment notices and community advocacy for NDIS reform.
Please refer to link below for information on NDIS impairment notices:
https://ourguidelines.ndis.gov.au/home/becoming-participant/applying-ndis
2025-01-2345 min
The Journey to Conscious Healthcare#35 - Leadership, navigating the NDIS, and the future of Occupational Therapy with Sarah CollisonIn this episode of the Journey to Conscious Healthcare, we dive into the world of Occupational Therapy with a true leader in the field. Sarah Collison is the founder and director of Verve OT, a pioneering provider of NDIS therapeutic support. Sarah was recently recognised as OT of the Year in 2023. As a thought leader in the NDIS space, Sarah has dedicated her career to transforming lives through innovative OT solutions and empowering others through training and consultancy. Her work isredefining what’s possible in allied health.#Podcast #OT #OccupationalTherapy #NDIS #Inclusivity #DisabilitySupport #ExpertInsights
2025-01-1550 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS03E10 - Independent review of music and art therapy, the latest on support needs assessment PLUS we reflect on 2024In this week's episode we discuss the independent review of music and art therapy, the latest on support needs assessment plus we reflect on the year that has been.
2024-12-1947 min
The Successful Allied Health PractitionerTSAHP Podcast - EP.7 - Sarah CollisonIn Episode 7 of The Successful Allied Health Practitioner Podcast, I’m joined by Sarah Collison, an experienced occupational therapist and founder of Verve OT. Sarah shares her inspiring journey of building a flexible business model that supports working parents and experienced practitioners while navigating the complexities of the NDIS. She discusses how her definition of success evolved from personal satisfaction to creating a positive, supportive environment for her growing team. Sarah dives into the challenges of adapting to NDIS reforms and ensuring sustainable service delivery despite uncertainty, emphasizing the importance of strong business foundations. She also highlights the benefits of ba...
2024-12-1849 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS03E09 - NDIS impairment notices, disability related health supports & making changes to reports.In this weeks episode we discuss NDIS impairment notices, disability related health supports & making changes to reports.
Link below to the participant access information request form:
https://www.ndis.gov.au/about-us/policies/access-information/participant-information-access-request
2024-12-1250 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS03E08 - Balancing personal and professional life, impact of NDIS policy on OT practice and opportunities for OT advocacyIn this week's episode we discuss the balance of personal and professional life, impact of NDIS policy on OT practice and opportunities for OT advocacy.
2024-12-0545 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS03E07 - AI in practice, Music & Art therapy, Replacement supports and OTSIIn this week's episode we discuss AI in practice, Music & Art therapy, Replacement supports and OTSI
Music therapy petition: https://www.change.org/p/keep-music-therapy-as-an-ndis-funded-therapeutic-support
Link to OTSI: http://www.otsi.net.au/
Link to AI Privacy & Security for Occupational Therapists workshop: https://www.verveotlearning.com.au/ai-privacy-security-for-occupational-therapists
2024-11-2844 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS03E06 - Christmas shutdown period and using AI to support OT practiceThis week we discuss plans for the Christmas shutdown period and how OTs can use AI to support their OT practice:
Link to ACCC media release - https://www.accc.gov.au/media-release/ndis-providers-put-on-notice-about-consequences-of-misleading-advertising
Link to AI training workshops - https://www.verveotlearning.com.au/store/#business
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2024-11-2042 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS03E05 - Eligibility reassessments and requests for evidenceIn this week's episode, we discuss eligibility reassessments and responding to requests for evidence.
Link to the Reasonable and Necessary Supports Across the Lifespan Paper:
https://individualisedliving.com.au/resource/reasonable-and-necessary-support-across-the-lifespan-an-ordinary-life-for-people-with-disability/?fbclid=IwY2xjawGhBjlleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHbN8C5VfZcUj35tz-QvOxpBNXPg3E_U9TVzAaNG0Fxqh5OE96I62ZOOa5g_aem_dKHgVk6go_SCbk3Sx8Qufg
2024-11-1440 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS03E04 - A lengthy debate on all things NDISIn this week's episode, we have a lengthy debate on all things NDIS OT Unplugged Listener Form
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NDIS OT COP Supervisor Register Form- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf99Pi8xuUAwrbdtba4wZ_SWKdE2CkTJMof4WA8hNuN1h-0vw/viewform
2024-11-0745 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS03E03 - The latest on the NDIS commission reform, replacement support items under the transitional rule & upcoming consultation on mandatory registration.In this week's episode, we discuss the latest on the NDIS commission reform, replacement support items under the transitional rule and the upcoming consultation on mandatory registration.
Early Childhood Intervention:
National Guidelines for Best Practice National Guidelines for Best Practice (2nd Edition)
Early Childhood Intervention Updated National Best Practice Launch Event Registration"
Webinar Registration - Zoom
Navigating NDIS Challenges Together
As the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) continues to evolve, participants, their families, and professionals are facing challenges that deserve attention. One major concern is the requirement...
2024-10-3140 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS03E02 - Celebrating all the amazing aspects of occupational therapy during OT Week 2024!In this week's episode, we celebrate all the amazing aspects of occupational therapy during OT Week 2024!
To access the NDIS OT superhero quiz, head to www.verveotlearning.com.au
Navigating unlikely spaces and situations as an Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapists (OTs) are known for their ability to adapt and respond to the unique needs of their clients. The field is often filled with surprising and sometimes humorous scenarios that highlight the dynamic nature of our profession.
Teleportation, the ultimate wish for efficiency
Imagine having the superpower of teleportation. This...
2024-10-2451 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS03E01 - Allied Health Awards & the NDIS Transitional Rule (Support for Participants)In this week’s episode we discuss the recent allied health awards and the introduction of the NDIS transitional rules support for participants. For those interested in the training workshop, please see link below:
https://www.verveotlearning.com.au/live-workshop-navigating-the-new-ndis-rules-and-operational-guidelines
Navigating the new NDIS Supports Transitional Rules
The recent changes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) have sparked a lot of discussion among participants and service providers. These updates focus on making sure NDIS funding is used for essential disability supports. While the changes aim to bring more clarity and fairness, many are...
2024-10-171h 06
Your Stories Don't Define You, How You Tell Them Will351 Communication Is In Everything We Do351 Communication Is In Everything We Do We are always communicating in everything we do, from overtly talking to or texting someone, to smiling and nodding to strangers you pass on the street, it's human nature to want to be seen and heard and to give that to others. In this episode Sarah Elkins and Jim Collison discuss the importance of communication and how understanding your strengths leads to better communication not just with others but with yourself. Highlights Choose to put yourself into situations where you can...
2024-10-081h 02OT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS02E10 - Disability reform roadmap, failed modifications, and payment integrity review checksIn this week's episode, we discuss the disability reform roadmap, failed modifications, and payment integrity review checks
Disability Reform Roadmap - https://www.dss.gov.au/disability-and-carers/disability-reform-roadmap?HTML
2024-09-2637 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS02E09 - NDIS support lists and the recent update on provider registrationIn this week's episode, we discuss the latest on NDIS support lists and the recent update on provider registration .
Minister announcement on provider registration - https://ministers.dss.gov.au/media-releases/16021
2024-09-1941 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS02E08 - Artificial Intelligence (AI) replacing OT, NDIS Support Needs Assessments and advocacy in the NDIS OT spaceIn this week’s episode, we discuss Artificial Intelligence (AI) replacing OT, NDIS Support Needs Assessments and advocacy in the NDIS OT space
Link for the discussion paper
https://cdn.fbsbx.com/v/t59.2708-21/459001337_1643043409886673_9095844503395760586_n.pdf/Foundational-Supports-Discussion-Paper.pdf?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=2b0e22&_nc_ohc=ESnolvip34sQ7kNvgFyp95H&_nc_ht=cdn.fbsbx.com&oh=03_Q7cD1QHL20qOSSwitOfYmN4qX5rzm9O9Ju9_GPX1iq4-7VSLcA&oe=66E3C56A&dl=1
2024-09-1245 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS02E07 - Foundational supports consultation, misuse of NDIS funds and the new look NDIS PlansThe Paralympics as a source of inspiration for OTs
The Paralympics have once again captured the world’s attention, not only for the incredible athletic achievements on display but for the way they showcase the powerful connection between sport and disability. Seated volleyball, blind soccer and rowing have all provided inspiring examples of adaptability and resilience. For OTs, these events highlight the critical role of the profession in helping people overcome physical barriers and thrive in their pursuits. It’s a powerful reminder of the work many OTs do in supporting athletes with disability, and we encourage thos...
2024-09-0544 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS02E06 - NDIS legislation update, price differentiation and incorrect AT prescriptionIn this weeks episode we discuss the NDIS legislation update, price differentiation and incorrect AT prescription. Plus Sarah will deliver the best NDIS OT joke ever!
How to Save Money in Your Small Business - https://www.verveotlearning.com.au/live-workshop-How-to-Save-Money-in-Your-Small-Business
Best Practice Framework for Early Childhood Intervention. – Preci Australia
2024-08-2943 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS02E05 - Leading a Healthy OT lifestyle, NDIS payment blockages and NDIS report writingIn this weeks podcast episode we discuss the importance of living a health OT lifestyle, recent news on NDIS payment blockages and the skill of NDIS report writing.
Webinar on the legislation changes - https://teamdsc.com.au/events/the-ndis-act-whats-changing
Functional assessment workshops - https://www.verveotlearning.com.au/store
2024-08-2238 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS02E04 - With special guest Muriel Cummins on NDIS reformsThis week, we are joined by Muriel Cummins to discuss the developments in the proposed NDIS reforms including the latest from the senate debate on the Getting the NDIS Back on Track bill.
The Road Ahead - Community of Practice event – Get your tickets from https://events.humanitix.com/ndis-ot-community-of-practice-event-looking-to-the-future-89stlcyt
Tell Them From Us Survey Link - https://forms.gle/P5HuAecYBzXNF4ep6
Draft List of Proposed NDIS Supports for Consultation –
https://engage.dss.gov.au/consultation-on-draft-lists-of-ndis-supports/draft-list-of-ndis-support/?fbclid=IwY2xjawEeNTRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHQPXUHUGagCoXEN6Wmglc3imQo4JJS9rg9Rg...
2024-08-1437 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS02E03 - Draft list of proposed NDIS Supports and the NDIS Worker Registration Taskforce final reportThe Road Ahead - Community of Practice event – Get your tickets from https://events.humanitix.com/ndis-ot-community-of-practice-event-looking-to-the-future-89stlcyt
NDIS Worker Registration Taskforce Final Report
https://www.dss.gov.au/disability-and-carers-standards-and-quality-assurance-ndis-provider-and-worker-registration-taskforce/final-consultation-report-ndis-provider-and-worker-registration-taskforce
Draft List of Proposed NDIS Supports
https://engage.dss.gov.au/consultation-on-draft-lists-of-ndis-supports/draft-list-of-ndis-support/?fbclid=IwY2xjawEeNTRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHQPXUHUGagCoXEN6Wmglc3imQo4JJS9rg9RgevSWpOoOfVKuZo5jiRrZXQ_aem_NwMV_OlINGdYtox-GcyNnw
NDIS OT Community of Practice Response to the Draft List of Proposed NDIS Supports – survey to add your comments which will be collated and submitted during the consultation period - https://docs.googl...
2024-08-0850 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS02E02 - NDIS registration taskforce update plus using AHAs in OT practiceIn this weeks episode we discuss the latest on the NDIS taskforce on mandatory registration including the recent report leak. We also delve into the importance of self-care and the use of AHAs in OT practice.
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https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/ot-unplugged-community-of-practice-insights/id1731244064
2024-08-0145 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS02E0 1 - Taking a break from the NDIS, further provider closures & short notice cancellationsIn this weeks episode we discuss the importance of taking a break from the NDIS, further provider closures and short notice cancellations.
Michelle Bihary webinar series:
* 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟰.𝟭𝟱𝗽𝗺 AEST 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟵 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆
* 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗷𝘂𝗿𝘆 𝟰.𝟭𝟱𝗽𝗺 AEST 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟲 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁
* 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝘆 𝟰.𝟭𝟱𝗽𝗺 AEST 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟰 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁
* 𝗦𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝟰.𝟭𝟱𝗽𝗺 AEST 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟭𝟵 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁
𝗙𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲:
* Self-Care * Self-Compassion * Caring for your team * Building Frustration Tolerance * Burnout Prevention * Leading through difficult times
If you're interested in attending any or all sessions, please complete the form here: https://bit.ly/3Y0KMPY Registration details will then be sent out prior to each webinar, recordings will be available.
Continuity Planning Course:
https://www.usc.edu.au/study/courses-and-programs/business-short-courses-and-microcredentials/queensland-government-funded-planning-courses/continuity-planning
Corporate Power of Attorney:
https://legalvision.com.au/3-steps-to-creating-a-company-power-of-attorney/
2024-07-2539 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E21 - NDIS Price Guide and Pricing Review Report, the proposed blended payments co design, and Bill Shorten's new advertising campaignThe latest episode of The OT Unplugged podcast is now out! Join us for the latest NDIS OT news and updates from the NDIS OT community of practice. In this weeks episode we discuss : NDIS Price Guide and Pricing Review Report, the proposed blended payments co design, and Bill Shorten's new advertising campaign.mp3
Pulse Survey – NDIS Annual Pricing review Survey from NDS: https://www.nds.org.au/index.php/news/pulse-survey-ndis-annual-pricing-review?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR283IlOa63Z8TqfqJXtPSDUOdYzeT-bGgdp-RkPCyPX6aaQ3AU8fIRuD-U_aem_z6SNmY0FxUpjJ68DMP2yWg
Check In Survey from Julienne Locke-
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2024-07-0547 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E20 - NDIS pricing, the pause on the draft legislation, and NDIA decision making.mp3This week we discussed the NDIS pricing... or the lack thereof. The pause on draft legislation and the flaws in the NDIS decision making.
2024-06-2837 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E19 - OTA Exchange Conference & NDIS Billable TargetsNew graduate sessions referred to during this weeks podcast:
https://sensationalstart-au.zoom.us/rec/share/PZx3mzbWF6LnWlGdh0WpV9jzyu2TNR3fQi7tRHCmGkZfSkiOwt-3woiNhvpF2FCK.KXabYyuX0OJRrCA2
https://sensationalstart-au.zoom.us/rec/share/ZC9y9wH2H3APR-qZMtsBVT6mrhvTzuyvi4Aj5r_hKdZBO74NJBHb82QjxpJ1mAUw.FakMBqecQkXKxHNu
2024-06-2043 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E18 - Exit planning, the role of AHAs and handling unusual AT requestsIn this episode we discuss exit planning for your OT practice, the role of AHAs and handling unusual requests for AT prescription.
Guide to Self-management referred to, please see page 17 - https://www.ndis.gov.au/participants/using-your-plan/self-management
2024-06-1440 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E17 - NDIS Draft legislation passes, NDIS fraud and Alyce’s big practice news
2024-06-0740 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E16 - NDIS draft legislation, the role of PM and SC plus our NDIS pricing predictionsIn this weeks episode we discuss some recent amendments to the proposed NDIS draft legislation, the email communication to plan managers and support co-ordinators. Plus we give our predictions on the upcoming release of the NDIS price guide.
Article from Team DSC referred to in this episode:
https://teamdsc.com.au/resources/government-amends-proposed-new-ndis-bill
2024-06-0246 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E15 - Unearthing the notion of "intra-plan inflation" and collaboration with AT suppliers for best practice outcomesIn this week's episode we discuss the Public Enquiries in the NDIS draft legislation, unearth the notion of "intra-plan inflation" and discuss working in collaboration with AT suppliers for best practice outcomes.
Wheelie Worx with Justin Boulos - https://www.linkedin.com/safety/go?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fwheelieworx&trk=flagship-messaging-web&messageThreadUrn=urn%3Ali%3AmessagingThread%3A2-MjI3M2RjODgtZGYyMy00ZWVhLTg0OTMtMTFmMmYxMGYxZTQwXzAxMA%3D%3D&lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_notifications%3B%2B2W4wCcET6yMFfz6BhxbpA%3D%3D
Article on intra-plan inflation - https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/article/202...
2024-05-2345 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E14 - NDIS approval delays, LAC caseloads and evidencing clinical reasoning / decision makingLink to AAT stats discussed - https://www.aat.gov.au/about-the-aat/corporate-information/statistics
2024-05-1745 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E13 - NDIS wedding tax, paid student placements and assessment tools for clinical practiceIn this weeks episode we discuss the NDIS wedding tax plus paid student placements for some undergrad programs. We also delve into our favourite standardised assessment tools and their use in OT clinical practice.
Links below to articles on the first two topics:
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-03-24/accc-taskforce-launches-to-investigate-ndis-overcharging/103625488
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-05/placement-poverty-commonwealth-payment-nurses-teachers/103807024
2024-05-0945 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E12 - Expo and conference season - what's out there for NDIS OT's?In this weeks episode we discuss our favourite expos and conferences including which one has the best freebies!
ARATA conference - https://www.arata.org.au/eventdetails/19581/2024-australian-assistive-technology-conference
ATSA independent living expo - https://expo.atsa.org.au/
OT Exchange conference - https://www.otausevents.com.au/otexchange2024/
2024-05-0243 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E11 - Navigating the NDIS Draft Legislation with guest Muriel CumminsIn this weeks episode, Sarah and Nikki sit down with special guest Muriel Cummins to navigate the key issues of concern in the NDIS draft legislation.
For assistance in making a submission, please access the form below:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/10m-8EFeltrADk5tZ1W624sIuuUqCnO1X/edit?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR33mV-t76VOgOud001RcX29bjlk0ojUTfu6KuePaNMKE6ZidaJy4TtHRhQ_aem_Af6DSzASdWdilTDCyYvkUamybqQM47ovLtvsSCGtemtmaL6uEm_D_I5se-sMo9xVEnqR6gBATVqyLn5y5cR09S0v
2024-04-2639 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E10 - Proposed Mandatory Registration in the NDISIn this episode we discuss further the proposed mandatory registration and what it may mean for NDIS providers and participants.
OTA survey on NDIS registration - https://lnkd.in/gqvFRrmn
NACRE Consulting Have Your Say form - https://www.nacre.com.au/mandatory-ndis-registration
Make a submission to the NDIS taskforce - https://engage.dss.gov.au/ndis-provider-and-worker-registration-taskforce/
2024-04-1744 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E09 - Diving deeper into the NDIS draft legislationIn this weeks episode we take a deeper dive into the NDIS draft legislation and discuss the topics raised during the DSS (Department of Social Services) recent information session. Further information sessions are being run in the coming weeks.
https://www.ndis.gov.au/news/9974-proposed-ndis-legislation-introduced-parliament
https://www.dss.gov.au/about-the-department/news/68436
2024-04-1042 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E08 - Getting the NDIS back on track billThis week we discuss the topic on everyone's mind, the draft legislation tabled to parliament to get the NDIS back on track.
Information session on the draft legislation: https://events.humanitix.com/getting-the-ndis-back-on-track-bill-information-session-1?fbclid=IwAR0j1uq1l9d1nYhD-yfeS1slj8Nm8naF-zrtLsiEdszHBGYqMZncyptS_48
Submit to the NDIA registration taskforce: https://engage.dss.gov.au/ndis-provider-and-worker-registration-taskforce/ndis-provider-and-worker-registration-taskforce-make-a-submission
2024-04-0346 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E07 - The Workforce Dilemma - preparing OT studentsThis week we take a deep dive into the OTA workforce plan, discussing priority area number one relating to preparation of the OT new graduate workforce. We also round up the latest NDIS updates including updates on NDIS payment delays and investigation of fraudulent plan managers.
https://otaus.com.au/practice-support/workforce-development-project
2024-03-2637 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E06 - Managing work life balance and the parenting juggleThis week we discuss the ups and downs of being a working Mum and explore what work life balance really looks like. We also round up the latest NDIS updates including release of the OTA response to pricing and the governments progress update on the recommendations of the Disability Royal Commission.
OTA pricing update:
https://otaus.com.au/news/ndis-pricing-review-update
Progress update on the Disability Royal Commission:
https://www.dss.gov.au/disability-and-carers-disability-royal-commission-taskforce/australian-government-progress-update-on-the-disability-royal-commission-0
2024-03-1943 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E05 - Unpacking the NDIS Review and Psycho-social DisabilityThis week we start unpacking the NDIS review by discussing the recommendations relating to supports for participants with Pyscho-social disability with guest host Muriel Cummins. We also round up the latest NDIS updates including NDS workforce census, registration taskforce and PACE rollout.
NDS Workforce Census - https://www.nds.org.au/news/nds-launches-our-2024-workforce-census
Introduction to PACE for NDIS OT's - https://www.trybooking.com/CQDBR
NDIS Registration Taskforce call for submissions - https://engage.dss.gov.au/ndis-provider-and-worker-registration-taskforce/ndis-provider-and-worker-registration-taskforce-make-a-submission/
2024-03-1341 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E04 - An OT's scope of practice journeyIn this weeks episodes we share our scope of practice journeys and the pitfalls of jumping in too fast and too deep. Plus we discuss the value of good CPD and how to find it...
Supervision and leadership training mentioned - https://www.trybooking.com/CPQIP
Announcement of resignation of NDIS commissioner - https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-02-27/ndis-commissioner-tracey-mackey-resigns/103516604
2024-03-0538 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E03 - Managing client expectations and the NDIS pricing reviewIn this weeks episode we discuss how to manage conversations with clients when expectations are running high. Plus we delve into the annual pricing review to chat about considerations for providers moving forward within the scheme before ending on a light hearted note discussing client visits gone awry.
Links below for the NDIS pricing review papers and the NACRE consulting response template:
https://www.ndis.gov.au/providers/pricing-arrangements/making-pricing-decisions/annual-pricing-review
https://www.nacre.com.au/seize-the-day-allied-health-business-owners-responding-to-the-ndis-annual-pricing-review/?fbclid=IwAR3SewEE95dxzDPw35gpw2Da0zONkErytIS-Jowj1znaAn4-FOC3sBRQL3o
2024-02-2838 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E02 - Approval delays, PACE and OT naming legalitiesIn this weeks episode we dig deeper to discuss recent approval delays, the rollout of PACE and impact on providers and participants. We also chat about the recent OTA survey on OT naming legalities.
For more information on PACE - https://improvements.ndis.gov.au/
2024-02-2133 minOT Unplugged: Community of Practice InsightsS01E01 - Recruitment, supervision and finding the perfect job matchIn this weeks inaugural episode you'll meet podcasters Sarah, Nikki and Alyce as they delve into the trials and tribulations of recruitment, supervision and finding that perform OT match. Check out the free recordings available for choosing that next job and supporting the early career workforce.
How to choose your next job – https://sensationalstart-au.zoom.us/rec/share/PZx3mzbWF6LnWlGdh0WpV9jzyu2TNR3fQi7tRHCmGkZfSkiOwt-3woiNhvpF2FCK.KXabYyuX0OJRrCA2
How to support your early career workforce https://sensationalstart-au.zoom.us/rec/share/ZC9y9wH2H3APR-qZMtsBVT6mrhvTzuyvi4Aj5r_hKdZBO74NJBHb82Qjxp...
2024-02-1537 min
Allied Health Business BrillianceRerun: The Importance of Supporting Graduates & Finding a Balance Between Clinical Work & the BusinessPrinciple Occupational Therapist and Owner of Verve OT, Sarah Collison, brings a little verve to the podcast in this rerun episode, where she delves into a range of topics surrounding being a leader, balancing clinical and business duties, and the important role of graduate therapists in the allied health industry as a whole. You’ll hear Sarah discuss making the leap to owning a business after working in a large organisation, including how she brought in a team and developed systems. Listen in for plenty of insights including the value of saying “no”, how to overcome pressures as a lead...
2023-10-2952 min
The Trish and Sarah Wrestling PodcastEpisode 1In the inaugural episode of the Trish and Sarah Wrestling Podcast, Trish and Sarah dive right into it, with conversations on AEW's attendance and ticket sales, Collison's rating outlook, the possibility of AEW doing 12 PPVs per year, and Jade Cargill's impending move to WWE. Join us!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-trish-and-sarah-wrestling-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
2023-09-191h 41
The OT Lifestyle Movement105 – Navigating the NDIS: Assessments, Reports & Everything You Need To Know ft Sarah CollisonIn this episode we are talking all about the NDIS: The National Disability Insurance Scheme here in Australia. We are talking with Sarah Collison, Occupational Therapist, Director of Verve OT and administrator of The NDIS OT Community of Practice Facebook Group. We discuss: Sarah is an Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of experience and … 105 – Navigating the NDIS: Assessments, Reports & Everything You Need To Know ft Sarah Collison Read More »
2023-07-301h 11The OT Lifestyle Movement105 – Navigating the NDIS: Assessments, Reports & Everything You Need To Know ft Sarah CollisonIn this episode we are talking all about the NDIS: The National Disability Insurance Scheme here in Australia. We are talking with Sarah Collison, Occupational Therapist, Director of Verve OT and administrator of The NDIS OT Community of Practice Facebook Group.
We discuss:
Pros and cons of being a registered NDIS provider (vs not being a registered provider)
Service Agreement ‘must-haves’
Assistive Technology (AT) low risk vs high risk, low, mid and high cost AT – what it all means for OTs
Just because something is low cost, doesn’t mean it’s low risk - and the implications...
2023-07-301h 11
Allied Health Business BrillianceThe Importance of Supporting Graduates & Finding a Balance Between Clinical Work & the BusinessPrinciple Occupational Therapist and Owner of Verve OT, Sarah Collison, brings a little verve to the podcast this week to delve into a range of topics surrounding being a leader, balancing clinical and business duties, and the important role of graduate therapists for the allied health industry as a whole.You’ll hear Sarah discuss making the leap to owning a business after working in a large organisation, including how she brought in a team and developed systems. Listen in for plenty of insights including the value of saying “no”, how to overcome pressures as a leader, trends i...
2022-10-1652 min
Tech UncorkedFood for Thought! Securing the future of our food supply through innovation and new bloodThis time we're joined by Professor Simon Pearson, Director of the Lincoln Institute of Agri Food Technology (LIAT), Ali Capper, Chairman, NFU Horticulture & Potatoes Board and grower in her own right, Rural and Agri-food Consultant Martin Collison and Chief Executive of the UK's Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC) Nigel Jenney.We discuss the many challenges facing our food supply chain, the support desperately needed from government and how the industry itself is committed to finding solutions. Nigel Jenney explains how FPC, in conjunction with LIAT, have developed two new ground-breaking events, designed to foster innovation and showcase the ma...
2021-10-2126 min
Ask the Podcast CoachSquadcast Launches Video Version of their ServiceSend us feedback/questions via TextAs podcasting continues to get more popular, creators are looking for more options to record content once and use in multiple ways. This week Squadcast added the ability to have a video in their high-quality recordings. Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co If you need artwork, a logo, a website and you want to make a great first impression, then check out podcastbranding.co Not only is Mark a great graphic artist, but he is also a podcaster. TIME LINE: 00:01:12 eBay to the Rescue 00:02:32 Sponsor: po...
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