Autism-Focused School-Based Occupational Therapist (Part-Time)

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect); Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 81,000 - 120,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Professional development opportunities

Generous leave entitlements

Job summary

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the Learning Support Team at Aspect Riverina School in Wagga Wagga. This is a varied, school and community-based role where you’ll manage your own caseload while being supported by a strong clinical team.

You’ll work directly with participants in their home, school, or community environments to help build practical skills, independence and confidence in line with their goals.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Full AHPRA registration.
• Current Australian driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Working With Children Check (state-based).
• Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You.
• Current RRHAN-EC certification (South Australia) or willingness to obtain (where required).
• International police check (if required).

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 both autonomously in the community and as part of a highly supportive team.

Skills

Full AHPRA registration

Driver's licence

NDIS Worker Screening Check

Working With Children Check

RRHAN-EC certification

Education

Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the Learning Support Team at Aspect Riverina School in Wagga Wagga. This is a varied, school and community-based role where you’ll manage your own caseload while being supported by a strong clinical team.

You’ll work directly with participants in their home, school, or community environments to help build practical skills, independence and confidence in line with their goals.