Occupational Therapist

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect); Canberra; On-site; AUD 81,700 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Professional development opportunities

Paid parental leave

Discounted fitness membership

Job summary

A leading autism service provider is seeking a full-time Occupational Therapist in Canberra. The role involves supporting individuals on the autism spectrum, working autonomously while being part of a dedicated team. Responsibilities include developing support strategies and engagement in community settings. The ideal candidate will have tertiary qualifications in occupational therapy, be AHPRA-registered, and have a current driver's license. Competitive salary includes superannuation and benefits such as professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Fully registered with AHPRA.
• Current driver’s licence and own vehicle for business purposes.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide meaningful support for Autistic participants.
• Help participants develop support structures and strategies.
• Work autonomously while being supported by a team.

Skills

Occupational therapy

Autonomy

Community engagement

Education

Tertiary qualifications in occupational therapy

Job description

Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) is one of Australia’s largest autism‑specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism‑specific school programs in the world. It is a not‑for‑profit organisation that works in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum and their families to deliver evidence‑informed, person‑centred, family‑focused and customer‑driven solutions.

At Aspect we recognise a different brilliant®, seeking to understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspirations of people on the autism spectrum.

Job Description

• Full time, itinerant role servicing Canberra and surrounding suburbs.
• Make a difference in the lives of individuals on the autism spectrum.
• Multi‑talented Occupational Therapist interested in supporting children, young people and adults on the autism spectrum.
• Versatile OT who thrives on managing your own day, providing meaningful support for our Autistic participants.
• Join our dedicated therapy team, make a measurable difference supporting people on the autism spectrum.
• Work autonomously while being supported by a team, visiting participants in their environment.
• Help participants develop support structures and strategies to reach their goals.

Our trusted Aspect Therapy team aims to support and empower individuals on the spectrum and their families/support network to bring about meaningful change based on functional goals. We work in partnership with the individual and their families/support network to identify strengths, areas of need, and develop support strategies that build capabilities and work with participant's interests. We meet participants in their community setting to work on transferrable skills that shape their everyday lives.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in occupational therapy.
• Fully registered with AHPRA.
• Current driver’s licence; own vehicle for business purposes (km reimbursed) and willingness to travel across local community.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance.
• Working with Children Check for paid employment in the state you reside in.
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module ‘Quality, Safety and You’ certificate. If you have not already completed the free module, click here to access it.
• International police clearance may be required.

Additional Information

What we offer:

• $81.7K – $121K pa FTE inclusive of super + phone + laptop + reimbursement of daily work kilometres travelled + tolls.
• Salary packaging options to increase take‑home pay.
• A comprehensive and tailored graduate/induction programme to support you as you develop your own caseload.
• A strong individualised support and supervision structure to ensure you have support.
• A versatile working day supporting three to four people each day.
• Permanent contracts.
• Leave entitlements including paid parental leave, generous sick/carer’s leave.
• Practical internal and external professional development opportunities.
• Reward and recognition programme – outstanding performance doesn’t go unnoticed.
• Internal, yearly National Conference for career development and networking.
• Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) training to extend knowledge and skills.
• Discounted fitness membership through Fitness Passport.
• Access to a range of discounts through Beny on everyday purchases.

To apply: Click on the green “I’m Interested” button and attach your resume and complete the candidate questionnaire; cover letter is optional. We do not accept CVs directly via email. Successful applicants will be asked to provide their statements of service to calculate their remuneration step level.

Applications close: Aspect reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the search process.

Enquiries should be directed to: Tracy Harrington Hawes, Educator – Acting Operational Leader Aspect Therapy, 0466 485 299.

Learn more about us: www.autismspectrum.org.au

Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply. We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes, and are happy to individualise these.