Senior Occupational Therapist - NDIS

About the role

Ability Action Australia, one of the largest NDIS providers in Australia, is growing its team and looking for a Senior Occupational Therapist based in the North Canberra region. The role suits an experienced clinician who wants to work in a supportive, collaborative environment and make a meaningful impact on the lives of participants.

Key responsibilities

• Manage an allocated caseload (based on negotiated hours) and deliver timely therapeutic services
• Assess participants' developmental, cognitive, emotional, psychological and physical function and capacity through clinical observation and standardised assessments
• Interpret findings to set individual treatment goals
• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help participants improve their quality of life and reach their goals
• Maintain awareness of current legislation to ensure compliance
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to support participant outcomes
• Support the growth and development of graduates and early career clinicians

Required profile

• Current Occupational Therapy membership with AHPRA
• Experience as an Occupational Therapist or Senior Occupational Therapist beyond graduation
• Passion for community-based support for people with disability
• Excellent time management and organisational skills to manage a varied caseload
• Thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
• Desire to mentor graduates and early career clinicians

What we offer

• Salary packaging, referral incentives, additional leave purchase options and corporate discounts
• Flexible hours and days designed around your lifestyle
• Competitive package with industry-leading salary, kilometre reimbursement, laptop, smartphone, PD allowance and performance incentives
• Mix of home and community visits with access to office and clinic spaces
• Weekly supervision, dedicated mentors and guidance from senior clinicians
• Tailored training, professional development and career pathways across Ability Action Australia and MedHealth