Community Occupational Therapist (NDIS) Hobart

WISE Employment; Hobart; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WISE Employment is seeking a Community Occupational Therapist in Hobart to assist NDIS participants with disabilities. The role involves assessments, tailored interventions, and maintaining relationships with stakeholders. Join a caring organization committed to community support and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Superannuation

Company laptop

iPhone

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Employee benefits including Diversity Day

Qualifications

• Current registration with AHPRA required.
• Experience working with people with disabilities is essential.
• Commitment to CPD aligned with Australian standards.

Responsibilities

• Assess NDIS participants’ capacity and develop tailored interventions.
• Provide functional capacity assessments and progress reports.
• Complete NDIS-specific requirements, including NDIA reports.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

IT Skills

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Community Occupational Therapist (NDIS) Hobart

Are you looking to make a meaningful contribution?

We are seeking an experienced Community Occupational Therapist to work broadly with participants living with permanent and significant disabilities under the NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme).

You will assist participants with activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) to help them lead empowered, independent lives, increase safe community participation, and achieve their NDIS plan goals.

The successful candidate will use their specialist knowledge to provide assessments, independent living skills training, intervention strategies, and reports for clients, carers, and families.

You will:

• Assess NDIS participants’ capacity and develop tailored interventions
• Provide functional capacity assessments and progress reports
• Utilise standardised assessment tools and occupational therapy interventions
• Complete NDIS-specific requirements, including NDIA reports and Service Agreements
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of NDIS systems and practices
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, families, and providers

Why join WISE Employment?

• Competitive salary, superannuation, company laptop, iPhone, and more
• A caring organization committed to its people, customers, and community
• Reward initiatives, ongoing training, and development opportunities
• Employee benefits, including Diversity Day, additional leave options, and health initiatives
• Exclusive discounts from leading retailers

What you will bring:

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognised institution and OT Association membership eligibility
• Current registration with AHPRA
• Commitment to CPD aligned with Australian standards
• Experience working with people with disabilities
• Excellent communication, IT skills, and time management
• Understanding of the NDIS framework
• Current driver’s licence and ability to travel interstate as needed
• Ability to pass NDIS Worker Screening, police check, and Working with Children Check
• Full Australian working rights

About WISE Employment:

Celebrating 30 years, WISE Employment is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing employment, training, and support to disadvantaged community members, including those with disabilities.

Visit our careers page at www.wiseemployment.com.au/careers-at-wise to learn more.

Ready to apply?

Please submit your current resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the requirements. For accessibility needs or recruitment process adjustments, contact us at [e-mail].

We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, including culturally and linguistically diverse communities, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ members, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.