Occupational Therapist

Uniting SA; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging

Meal & Entertainment Card

Wellbeing Support

Career Development

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible work arrangements

Supportive team culture

Job summary

UnitingSA is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to empower older Australians to live independently and safely at home. You’ll work in the western suburbs with an office in West Lakes, joining a supportive multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based OT interventions.

As an OT, you’ll assess in clients’ homes, create individualized plans to enhance independence, and coordinate equipment and home modifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration.
• Post-graduate experience as an OT, preferably in Community Aged Care (HCP, SAH).
• Knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards and Consumer Directed Care.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and time management skills.
• Current First Aid, Driver’s Licence, reliable vehicle and NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive OT assessments in clients’ homes.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to promote independence and safety.
• Prescribe and coordinate equipment and home modifications to enhance daily living.
• Collaborate with families, care partners and health professionals for optimal outcomes.
• Educate clients and carers on strategies to reduce risks and improve quality of life.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Are you passionate about empowering older Australians to liveindependently and safely in their own homes? Join our experiencedand supportiveCommunity Aged Care ClinicalTeamas anOccupational Therapist(OT)and make a real difference every day.

With the majority of our consumers living in the westernsuburbs and our office conveniently located inWest Lakes, this role offers the opportunity to work closeto the community you serve while maintaining strong team connectionand support.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Work in a consumer-focused, communitysetting where your expertise truly matters.
• Be part of a supportive multidisciplinaryteam committed to holistic care.
• Enjoy flexibility and autonomy while deliveringevidence-based OT interventions.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct comprehensive OT assessments inclients’ homes.
• Develop and implement individualised treatmentplans that promote independence and safety.
• Prescribe and coordinate equipment and homemodifications to enhance daily living.
• Collaborate with families, care partners, and healthprofessionals to achieve the best outcomes.
• Educate clients and carers on strategies to reduce risksand improve quality of life.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapyand current AHPRA registration.
• Demonstrated post-graduate experience asan Occupational Therapist, preferably within Community AgedCare (HCP, SAH), with sound knowledge of occupational therapyassessment, intervention, equipment prescription, andclient-centred care practices.
• Strong knowledge of Aged Care QualityStandards and Consumer DirectedCare.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and timemanagement skills.
• Current First Aid Certificate,Driver’s Licence, reliable vehicle, andNDIS Worker Screening Check.

Why Join Us?

At UnitingSA, we’ve been supporting SouthAustralians for over 100 years, driven by our mission tocreate communities where people thrive. OurCommunity Aged Care team plays a vital role in helping older peoplemaintain independence, dignity, and choice in their own homes.

As an Occupational Therapist, you’ll be at the heart of thismission, empowering clients to live safely and confidently,reducing risks, and improving quality of life. You’ll work in adynamic environment where your skills make a tangible impact everyday.

We offer:

• Salary Packaging: Boost your take-home paywith up to $15,900 in tax-free earnings per year
• Extra Perks: Access an additional $2,650tax-free through our Meal & Entertainment Card
• Wellbeing Support: Access to our EmployeeAssistance Programme
• Career Development: Mentorship andopportunities for continued learning and growth
• Paid Parental Leave: Supporting youththrough significant milestones in life
• Flexible work arrangements to support yourwork-life balance
• A supportive team culturebuilt on respect and collaboration

Ready to help older Australians live their bestlives?

We welcome applications from all community members, includingAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diversebackgrounds, and people with all abilities anddiversities.

You don’t need to tick every box, if you'repassionate about making a positive impact and supporting olderpeople to live well, we encourage you to apply.

Please note: UnitingSA reserves the right to close thisadvert earlier if a suitable candidate is identified.