Occupational Therapist

MedHealth

18d

About The Position

Ability Action Australia is a national NDIS provider supporting participants across more than 300 locations in Australia and delivering a range of allied health services. This flexible community-based Occupational Therapist role covers the Ballina, Byron and Lismore regions, with the AAA home hub based in Ashmore, Queensland. The position is offered full-time or part-time, with flexibility to choose working days and tailor a caseload to areas of interest. Work combines home-based and community work.

The Occupational Therapist supports NDIS participants through assessments, individualised evidence-based therapy, environmental modification advice and assistive technology recommendations. The role works with participants across emotional, psychological, cognitive, developmental and physical functions, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team. Ability Action Australia offers onboarding, clinical supervision, mentoring and professional development. The company describes itself as an equal opportunity employer and welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Requirements

• Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• A proactive, client-centred mindset and a desire to innovate and grow.
• A genuine passion for working in the disability and community sector.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in paediatrics, complex needs or a preferred caseload area.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload aligned with areas of interest.
• Conduct clinical assessments across emotional, psychological, cognitive, developmental and physical functions.
• Develop individualised, evidence-based therapy goals and interventions.
• Provide environmental modification advice for homes, schools, workplaces and residential settings.
• Recommend and facilitate assistive technology to promote independence.
• Stay compliant with current legislation and NDIS guidelines.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

• Flexible choice of working days and full-time or part-time options.
• Industry-leading salary.
• Kilometre reimbursement.
• Laptop and smartphone.
• Salary packaging options.
• A mix of working from home and in the community.
• Professional development allowance, tailored training and ongoing development.
• Regular and consistent clinical supervision.
• Structured and detailed onboarding program.
• Mentoring from experienced Occupational Therapists.
• Ability to purchase additional leave.
• Staff referral scheme.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed