NDIS Occupational Therapist: Mentoring & Growth Path

Optimum Health Solutions; Nowra; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimum Health Solutions is seeking an Occupational Therapist to cover a diverse caseload with a focus on NDIS participants, AT assessments, and home modifications in NSW. The role supports graduates with mentoring and seasoned staff with clear pathways into leadership or specialist roles.

The team emphasises evidence-based practice, professional development, and collaborative care across adult and paediatric clients in a hybrid, full-time setting.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy or in your final year of study.
• Current or eligible AHPRA registration.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and ongoing professional development.
• Current driver's licence and access to a vehicle.
• Working With Children Check and National Police Check.
• Australian citizenship or permanent residency.

Responsibilities

• Functional Capacity Assessments, ADL assessments and support needs recommendations.
• Assistive Technology assessments and equipment prescription, including complex and high-cost AT solutions.
• Seating and positioning assessments, and manual handling assessments.
• SIL, SDA and ILO assessments; home modification recommendations and environmental assessments.
• Fine and gross motor therapy, sensory assessment and intervention, and emotional regulation strategies.
• Individual and group-based programs across adult and paediatric caseloads.
• Early intervention assessments, school-based and community-based support.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Mentoring capability

Evidence-based practice

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Final-year OT student

Job description

Optimum Health Solutions is seeking an Occupational Therapist to cover a diverse caseload with a focus on NDIS participants, AT assessments, and home modifications in NSW. The role supports graduates with mentoring and seasoned staff with clear pathways into leadership or specialist roles.

The team emphasises evidence-based practice, professional development, and collaborative care across adult and paediatric clients in a hybrid, full-time setting.