OT AUSTRALIA NSW

OT AUSTRALIA NSW is the peak body representing occupational therapists working in New South Wales, Australia. OT AUSTRALIA NSW began in 1945 with 31 members. Today it has a membership of nearly 1300 therapists who work in a diverse range of settings including the public health and welfare sectors and in the private health and corporate sectors.

The key roles of OT AUSTRALIA NSW include:

• Providing of a range of services and benefits to members which enhance their work as therapists and their professional standards of practice.
• Influencing governments and community agencies to contribute to the improvement of health and welfare services to the consumer.
• Influencing key employer groups regarding issues affecting the role and services provided by occupational therapists.

OT AUSTRALIA NSW is a public company limited by guarantee and is governed by a Board of Directors led by a President. OT AUSTRALIA NSW is managed by a Secretariat led by a Chief Executive Officer.

Mission
OT AUSTRALIA NSW will enhance the direction and contribution of the profession to society through the support, enhancement and coordination of member efforts and will support and enhance the professional lives of members

Vision
Optimal health and well- being for society and people in NSW through the quality practice of occupational therapy by members of OT AUSTRALIA NSW

Goals
In order to undertake its mission OT AUSTRALIA NSW strives to: