Occupational Therapist - NDIS

About the role

A growing Melbourne-based NDIS allied health provider is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join its multidisciplinary team, driven by continued growth and increasing referral demand. The therapist provides evidence-based Occupational Therapy services to NDIS participants across home, community, clinic and telehealth settings, with a varied caseload of adult and paediatric participants, strong clinical support, professional development and flexible workload management.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct Functional Capacity Assessments (FCAs), Assistive Technology Assessments and Occupational Therapy assessments
• Deliver goal-focused therapy interventions across home, community, clinic and telehealth settings
• Complete NDIS reports, progress reports, support letters and funding review documentation
• Recommend assistive technology, equipment and environmental modifications
• Build relationships with participants, families, carers, support coordinators and healthcare professionals
• Manage a mixed caseload of paediatric and adult NDIS participants
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and meet reporting requirements
• Take part in team meetings, clinical supervision and multidisciplinary collaboration

Required profile

• Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
• Experience working within the NDIS and delivering Occupational Therapy interventions
• Current driver's licence, reliable vehicle and comprehensive motor vehicle insurance
• NDIS Worker Screening Check, Working With Children Check and National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience supporting both adult and paediatric participants highly regarded
• Must be an Australian resident with a current right to work in Australia

Required skills

• Strong report writing, including FCAs, Assistive Technology Assessments and NDIS reports
• Excellent clinical reasoning, communication and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a multidisciplinary team