Occupational Therapist

About the role

HenderCare provides allied health care to people living with a disability, people in the acute healthcare sector, children and young people, and older Australians, including NDIS, Lifetime Support Authority, Support at Home and private clients. It is recruiting Occupational Therapists for permanent full-time and part-time positions in Adelaide, open to early-career, experienced and senior therapists. The role involves providing evidence-based care to clients across the lifespan, including working with clients in their own homes and advising on equipment, home modifications and activities of daily living.

Key responsibilities

• Independently manage a clinical caseload, including clients with complex needs, while maintaining high clinical standards.
• Conduct comprehensive functional capacity and needs assessments and recommend strategies to improve function, safety and participation in daily activities.
• Collaborate with families, health professionals and service providers in a multidisciplinary team.
• Assess and prescribe assistive technology and home modifications for people with disabilities and older people.
• Respond promptly to referrals, keep accurate records and meet service delivery targets in line with HenderCare's policies and standards.
• Take part in quality improvement initiatives and service development projects.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in occupational therapy and AHPRA registration (or eligibility to register), including membership to OTA.
• Demonstrated experience in paediatrics or adult therapeutic care with significant NDIS experience.
• Experience with trauma-informed practice, assistive technology prescription, home modification and functional needs assessments.
• Willingness to obtain Working with Children's Check, NDIS Workers Clearance, National Police Clearance and a driver's licence.
• Right to work in Australia; pre-employment checks apply.

Required skills

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.

What we offer

• City-based clinic with laptop and fleet car usage, and paid on-site parking in the CBD.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work, and exceptional work-life balance.
• Competitive salary, employee benefits and perks scheme, and ongoing training, mentoring and career development.

To apply, update your profile on the HenderCare careers website, attach a current resume and write a cover letter of up to two pages.