Occupational Therapist

BaptistCare; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

A leading home care provider in Canberra seeks an experienced Occupational Therapist to join their team. This role involves delivering evidence-based assessments and interventions to older Australians, helping them maintain independence and mobility. The ideal candidate has a degree in Occupational Therapy, current AHPRA registration, and experience in aged care. This position offers flexibility and support in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate experience in aged care, rehabilitation, or community settings.
• Comprehensive understanding of reablement and restorative care models.
• Confident working both independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions.
• Help older people maintain or regain independence, mobility, and confidence.
• Work under aged care funding programs focusing on reablement.

Skills

Assessing occupational therapy needs

Excellent written and verbal communication

Demonstrated computer literacy

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Current AHPRA registration

Current first aid certificate

Job description

Overview

Are you a motivated occupational therapist looking to make a real difference in your community? This is an exciting opportunity to use your skills to enhance the independence, health and wellbeing of older Australians - while enjoying flexibility, support, and a great team environment.

• Work from home with flexible arrangements; no weekends or shift work
• Competitive salary plus generous tax-free salary packaging benefits
• Ongoing professional development, clinical supervision, and mentoring to support your growth
• Family-friendly benefits including Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and Fitness Passport
• Reward and recognition programs that celebrate your contributions
• Be part of an organisation that genuinely cares for clients and staff
• Use your clinical skills to help people live independently at home

About the role

About the role: BaptistCare is one of Australia’s largest home care providers and a leader in service quality and innovation. We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our growing team in Canberra. You will deliver evidence-based Occupational Therapy assessments and interventions to clients under aged care funding programs, with a focus on reablement and restorative care. Your work will help older people maintain or regain independence, mobility, and confidence to remain living at home.

Your team

You will be joining an established and supportive group of health professionals who share a passion for helping older Australians live well. Guided by our unique Well-Living® approach, we empower clients to live their best possible lives at home, surrounded by the people, community, and memories they love most. Together, we help people feel loved, valued, and respected every day.

About you

• Degree in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration
• Demonstrated ability to assess occupational therapy needs and develop individualised programs for aged care clients in the community
• Postgraduate experience in aged care, rehabilitation, or community settings
• Comprehensive understanding of reablement and restorative care models
• Confident working both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated computer literacy
• Alignment with BaptistCare’s values and mission
• Current first aid certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Unrestricted driver’s licence and access to a reliable, registered vehicle with minimum Third-Party Property Damage Insurance.

About us

We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare. As a for purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together with Baptcare (VIC, TAS, SA) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose. From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be - with people right at the centre.

If you have further questions regarding career opportunities, please call Amanda Lancaster 0482 180 420 for a confidential discussion.

How to apply

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria as soon as possible.

Applications may be reviewed before the closing date, which can change without notice.

We are not engaging recruitment agencies for this role.