Title: Occupational Therapist
Employment: Full time / Ongoing (part time negotiable)
Location: Surrey Hills, VIC

About the role 

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our supportive, dynamic, and values-driven multidisciplinary team. As an Occupational Therapist in our team, you will have the opportunity to develop your leadership, management, and training skills while working alongside a supportive and certified Speech Therapist as your manager, who will provide ongoing support and guidance.

We are looking for someone who is empathetic, patient, and driven by a passion for human rights, whether you are a recent graduate or experienced professional we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Capacity Building – Support adults with disabilities unlock their potential by providing therapy and training that leads to greater communication, independence, and a richer quality of life, all through the NDIS, DSOA, and other funding systems.
• Consultation & Collaboration – Become a trusted consultant, offering expert guidance to a variety of professionals, including Able Australia staff, informal supports, and the local community on all thing’s occupational therapy and practical support strategies.
• Creative Planning – Dive into dynamic planning sessions, collaborating on client individual service plans, case conferences, and team meetings to create tailored, innovative solutions that make a difference.
• Smart NDIS Billing – Master the art of effective billing by ensuring that your time and efforts align seamlessly with clients' NDIA plans and are accurately reflected in their funding.
• Ethics with Integrity – Champion ethical practice by upholding the highest standards in client care, legal compliance, and professional conduct.
• Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing – Share your expertise, mentor staff, and empower your colleagues with the latest in occupational therapy, fostering a culture of learning and growth across Able Australia and beyond.

Skills and experience required to be successful in this role:

• Degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent)
• Recognized by Occupational Therapy Board of Australia
• Ability to deliver Occupational Therapy in person and via telehealth to people with a disability in all areas of activities of living, mobility and home safety
• Knowledge of current treatment practices and therapy programs, including equipment and assistive technology, with a commitment to continuing professional development
• Ability to practice reflectively, and engage openly in group and individual supervision
• Experience providing training, supervision and support to diverse stakeholders
• Experience and knowledge tracking and billing time in CMS (Client Management System)
• Communicating assessed needs clearly and precisely to clients, and ensuring recommendations meet all legal requirements

Benefits of joining Able Australia:

• Not for Profit Salary Packaging benefits (pay less tax and take home more earnings)
• Flexible starting times and working from home options, including a 50% WFH policy
• 17% annual leave loading (get paid more on your holidays) and an additional 2 days of personal leave each year
• Able Rewards program offering instant discounts to hundreds of online retailers, including Woolworths, Coles, Kmart, Airbnb, Hotels, and Flights and more!
• Collaborative and positive team environments where your ideas matter
• Continuous support and supervision to enable you to develop your career and progress
• Our values are Trust, Respect, Excellence and Kindness and we imbed these values into all of our work practices

About Able Australia

Able Australia is a leading provider of disability services across Victoria, Tasmania, Queensland, and the ACT. For over 50 years we have been delivering innovative support services to people with multiple disabilities and deafblindness.

As a registered provider of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), our vision is to enable the people we support to live the life they choose.

How to apply

Please click on the APPLY NOW button and complete the online application form. You will need to upload your resume with your skills and experience. We appreciate the time you have taken to prepare and submit your application and we are committed to responding to every applicant.

We encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. Please let us know if you require any adjustments during the recruitment period.

You must be eligible to work in Australia to be considered for this position.

Employment is conditional upon screening checks throughout employment, applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks as required. Applicants will be subject to, but not limited to, the following checks: NDIS Worker Screening Check, International Police Check (if applicable), and Right to Work in Australia.

If you have any particular questions regarding the position or need to find out more, get in touch with Yvette Hyde, Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner at yvette.hyde@ableaustralia.org.au