Occupational Therapist

About the organisation

Better Rehab started with a straightforward goal: to deliver higher-quality allied health support for people living with disability. The response from the community helped the organisation grow into a respected national allied health provider. The team is now seeking a motivated Occupational Therapist to contribute to assessments and therapy for clients aged 6 to 65 years.

Role overview

This is a permanent full-time Occupational Therapist opportunity based across multiple locations in South Australia. The position offers a salary of $73,000 to $110,000 plus superannuation, along with bonus potential. It is suited to someone who wants to build clinical capability while supporting children, adolescents and adults in the community.

Values

• Deliver outcomes with urgency and accountability
• Work in a genuinely people-focused way
• Take pride in the work you do
• Stay committed to making a meaningful difference

Key duties

• Carry out both assessments and therapy sessions for paediatric and adult clients in community settings.
• Identify participant needs and create suitable intervention plans for a range of conditions, including neurological conditions, ASD and others.
• Support clients with home modifications, from straightforward changes to more complex adaptations.
• Recommend and prescribe equipment such as mobility aids, positioning supports, bathroom aids and seating.
• Advise on assistive technology, including tools for self-care, low-tech solutions and learning supports.
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate client care.
• Take part in weekly team celebrations and share in progress milestones.
• Meet regularly with a dedicated clinical supervisor and attend internal training sessions.
• Report into the NDIS framework as part of service delivery.

Requirements

• Formal tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy.
• Previous clinical experience working as an Occupational Therapist.
• Access to a personal vehicle and a current driver licence.
• Current AHPRA registration.
• Ability to provide a Police Check.
• Ability to provide a Working With Children Check.
• Ability to provide an NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Additional information

Applicants are encouraged to reach out even if they do not meet every requirement, as the employer welcomes candidates who believe they can contribute strongly to the role. The organisation also promotes diversity and inclusion, and invites applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and abilities, including neurodiverse candidates.

You can submit an application or contact the employer directly by email.

Salary and benefits

The package includes a base salary of $73,000 to $110,000, plus superannuation and bonus opportunities.