Occupational Therapist at MedHealth

Ballina Shire Council, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Mar, 26

Salary

15000.0

Posted On

19 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Occupational Therapy, Clinical Assessments, Evidence-Based Therapy, Environmental Modification, Assistive Technology, Communication Skills, Client-Centered Mindset, Team Collaboration, Proactive Approach, Passion for Disability Sector

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Company Description Join a Leading NDIS Provider - Occupational Therapist #AAA | Ability Action Australia | Flexible Work | Empowering Lives At Ability Action Australia, we are proud to be a national NDIS provider, supporting thousands of participants in over 300 locations across Australia. Our team delivers Allied Health services including Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Behaviour Support, Psychology, Exercise Physiology and Physiotherapy. Job Description Occupational Therapist – Flexible Community / Clinic + Telehealth Role Location: Ballina / Byron / Mullumbimby / Lismore Regions Work Type: Full-Time or Part-Time Are you an Occupational Therapist who thrives in a flexible, community-based role? Whether you’re newly graduated or highly experienced, if you're passionate about working in the disability sector and want the freedom to tailor your caseload — we’d love to hear from you! At Ability Action Australia, we’re committed to creating a work environment where you feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow. What We Offer You ✅ Flexibility – Choose the days you work! Full-time or part-time – it's up to you. ✅ Remuneration & Perks – Industry-leading salary + kilometre reimbursement, laptop, smartphone, and salary packaging options ✅ Work-Life Balance – Enjoy a mix of working from home, in the community, and in-office or clinic hours ✅ Professional Development – PD allowance, tailored training, and ongoing development with AAA and our parent company, MedHealth ✅ Support – Clinical supervision, a structured onboarding program, and mentoring from experienced OTs ✅ Leave Options – Ability to purchase additional leave, plus a generous staff referral scheme ✅ Purpose-Driven Culture – Join a values-based team focused on delivering outstanding support to NDIS participants Your Role will include As an OT in our team, you’ll make a meaningful difference through: Managing a caseload that aligns with your areas of interest Conducting clinical assessments across emotional, psychological, cognitive, developmental, and physical functions Developing individualised, evidence-based therapy goals and interventions Providing environmental modification advice for homes, schools, workplaces and residential settings Recommending and facilitating Assistive Technology (AT) to promote independence Staying compliant with current legislation and NDIS guidelines Working collaboratively within a supportive, multidisciplinary team Qualifications What You’ll Need to Succeed Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills A proactive, client-centred mindset with a desire to innovate and grow A genuine passion for working in the disability and community sector The ability to work both independently and collaboratively An interest in paediatrics, complex needs, or a preferred caseload area (let’s tailor it together!) Ready to Take Action? Whether you're early in your career or an experienced clinician looking for a new challenge, Ability Action Australia offers you a place to thrive. Join a team that values your skills, supports your growth, and gives you the tools to make a lasting impact. 👉 Apply Now or reach out to our friendly recruitment team to learn more. Additional Information Click on the Apply button OR call me - Renee Sinclair - on 0429 293 152 for a confidential conversation OR email me via [email protected] If your resume is not quite up-to-date, you can add me on LinkedIn for a more informal conversation - https://www.linkedin.com/in/renee-sinclair-84200a243/ You are welcome here. Our fast-growing team of more than 3,500 people around Australia represent a huge array of life experiences, skills and ways of thinking. We value all these differences. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, proudly welcoming people with disability including mental health conditions, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people from the LGBTQI community, veterans, carers and Indigenous Australians to our team. We are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. Leadership Opportunity: No State: NSW Job Status: Full Time Compensation: AUD15000 - AUD15000 - yearly

Responsibilities

As an Occupational Therapist, you will manage a caseload that aligns with your interests and conduct clinical assessments. You will develop individualized therapy goals and provide recommendations for assistive technology.