Community OT – Flexible Hours, NDIS/DVA

MediRecruit; Canberra; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus program

Travel allowance

Flexible engagement (employee or 3rd‑p

Clinical mentorship from Lead

Professional development

Job summary

MediRecruit is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join a community-based allied health provider in Canberra, ACT, delivering assessments and interventions across NDIS, DVA and Home Care settings. The role offers genuine flexibility in where you work, including face-to-face visits, telehealth, home visits and kindy-based sessions, with a caseload tailored to your interests.

This part-time position requires a minimum of three days per week or contractor engagement, with support from

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Occupational Therapy (or equivalent qualification)
• Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
• 2-4 years of clinical experience, ideally in community, NDIS, aged care or home care settings
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Current Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Valid Australian driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build rapport and effective therapeutic relationships
• Confidence working autonomously in community settings while collaborating as part of a broader team
• Evidence-based approach to clinical practice and commitment to ongoing professional development
• Experience across multiple funding streams (NDIS, DVA, Home Care Packages)
• Experience with home modifications, assistive technology or equipment prescription
• Experience mentoring students or less experienced clinicians

Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy assessments and interventions across community settings
• Support clients to maintain and improve functional ability, independence and quality of life
• Work across NDIS, DVA and/or Home Care caseloads based on your interests and strengths
• Collaborate with a supportive multidisciplinary team, with direct access to a Clinical Lead for day-to-day mentoring and an OT Team Leader for operational support
• Deliver services via face-to-face, telehealth, home visiting and kindy-based sessions as required

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Autonomous work

Therapeutic relationships

Education

Bachelor or Master of Occupational Therapy

Job description

MediRecruit is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join a community-based allied health provider in Canberra, ACT, delivering assessments and interventions across NDIS, DVA and Home Care settings. The role offers genuine flexibility in where you work, including face-to-face visits, telehealth, home visits and kindy-based sessions, with a caseload tailored to your interests.

This part-time position requires a minimum of three days per week or contractor engagement, with support from