Autism-Focused Occupational Therapist — Community Practice

Autism Spectrum Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

laptop

km reimbursement

tolls

salary packaging

professional development

Job summary

Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) in the Northern Sydney region is seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist to join our team and help Autistic children, young people and adults achieve practical skills and independence.

This permanent, full-time role is community-based, with a diverse caseload across home, school, and community settings. You will work alongside a supportive clinical team to tailor interventions to individual goals.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Full AHPRA registration.
• Current driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle (km and tolls reimbursed).
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working With Children Check.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapy supports to 3-4 participants per day in community settings.
• Develop practical, goal-focused intervention plans.
• Work collaboratively with families, carers and support networks.
• Build strategies that are strengths-based, functional and meaningful.
• Support participants to develop independence and everyday life skills.
• Work autonomously in the community and as part of a supportive clinical team.

Skills

Communication with families

Caseload management

Independent problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) in the Northern Sydney region is seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist to join our team and help Autistic children, young people and adults achieve practical skills and independence.

This permanent, full-time role is community-based, with a diverse caseload across home, school, and community settings. You will work alongside a supportive clinical team to tailor interventions to individual goals.