Casual Occupational Therapist

Benevolence; Penrith; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Benevolence is seeking a compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our team on a casual basis, supporting clients with mental health and psychosocial needs, and physical disabilities.

You will begin with approx. 6 clients, conducting assessments, developing person-centred recommendations, and collaborating with families, support workers, and other professionals. There is potential to grow hours as the caseload expands.

Qualifications

• Qualified Occupational Therapist with current registration (AHPRA).
• Experience in mental health or psychosocial disabilities.
• NDIS or disability sector experience preferred.
• Experience with physical disabilities helpful.
• Strong communication, assessment and report-writing skills.
• Ability to manage a small caseload independently.
• Current checks for working in disability sector.

Responsibilities

• Conduct OT assessments and reviews
• Develop person-centred recommendations
• Support clients with mental health and psychosocial needs
• Support clients with physical disabilities as needed
• Prepare clinical documentation and progress notes
• Participate in monthly client and team meetings
• Collaborate with support coordinators, families and other professionals
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records

Skills

Communication skills

Assessment skills

Report writing

Caseload management

Education

Bachelor in Occupational Therapy

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team on a casual basis, supporting clients with a range of needs, primarily within the mental health space.

This is a flexible opportunity starting with a small caseload, with the potential to gradually increase hours as the caseload grows.

About the Role

The successful candidate will initially support approximately 6 clients, with monthly meetings as required.

Our client group primarily includes individuals with mental health and psychosocial support needs, as well as clients living with physical disabilities, including amputations and mobility-related support needs.

What We Offer

• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients and support needs
• Opportunity to build additional hours and caseload over time

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy assessments and reviews
• Develop person-centred recommendations based on individual needs and goals
• Support clients with mental health and psychosocial needs
• Provide support and recommendations for clients with physical disabilities where required
• Prepare relevant clinical documentation, reports and progress notes
• Participate in monthly client and team meetings
• Collaborate with support coordinators, families, support workers and other allied health professionals
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records

About You

We are looking for someone who is approachable, reliable and comfortable working independently while collaborating with a broader support team.

Ideally, you will have:

• A recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Current AHPRA registration
• Experience supporting people with mental health or psychosocial disabilities
• Experience within the NDIS or disability sector is highly regarded
• Experience supporting clients with physical disabilities is advantageous
• Strong communication, assessment and report-writing skills
• Ability to independently manage a small caseload
• Current relevant checks and requirements for working within the disability sector

Why Join Us?

This role is ideal for an Occupational Therapist looking for flexibility and the opportunity to develop their caseload over time. You will start with a manageable number of clients while having the opportunity to take on additional hours as the role grows.