Occupational Therapist

The Rehabilitation Specialists; Canberra; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus structure

Professional development

Mentor and supervision

Flexible working

Onboarding support

Career development opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

The Rehabilitation Specialists in Canberra is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our community-based team. You will assess, plan and deliver personalised therapy to diverse clients, helping them increase independence and participation in daily life.

You will conduct functional capacity assessments, recommend assistive technology, provide education to families, and contribute to high-quality reports while collaborating with a multidisciplinary network.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• WWVP registration or willingness to obtain.
• Current driver’s licence and willingness to undertake community visits.
• Strong clinical reasoning, assessment and report-writing skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while remaining connected to a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to person-centred, evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy and functional capacity assessments.
• Develop and implement individualised therapy plans aligned with participant goals.
• Complete assessments for assistive technology and support recommendations.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions that promote independence, participation and quality of life.
• Provide education, coaching and practical strategies to participants, families and support networks.
• Prepare high-quality clinical reports and supporting documentation.
• Monitor progress and adjust interventions as needs change.
• Work collaboratively with families, support coordinators, healthcare professionals and community stakeholders.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Report writing

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy

Job description

The Rehabilitation Specialists is looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our Canberra team. This is a community-based role supporting clients to build independence, increase participation in everyday life, and achieve goals that are meaningful to them.

You’ll work with a diverse caseload across a range of ages, diagnoses and support needs. The role combines clinical assessment, practical problem-solving and relationship-building, giving you the opportunity to make a genuine difference while enjoying variety in your day-to-day work.

Whether you’re recommending assistive technology, completing functional assessments, supporting skill development or helping participants navigate life transitions, you’ll be part of a team that values quality outcomes and person-centred practice.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy and functional capacity assessments
• Develop and implement individualised therapy plans aligned with participant goals
• Complete assessments for assistive technology and support recommendations
• Deliver evidence-based interventions that promote independence, participation and quality of life
• Provide education, coaching and practical strategies to participants, families and support networks
• Prepare high-quality clinical reports and supporting documentation
• Monitor progress and adjust interventions as needs change
• Work collaboratively with families, support coordinators, healthcare professionals and community stakeholders
• Contribute to a positive, supportive and clinically strong team culture

What We’re Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
• A current Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration, or willingness to obtain
• A current driver’s licence and willingness to undertake community visits
• Strong clinical reasoning, assessment and report-writing skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work independently while remaining connected to a multidisciplinary team
• A commitment to person-centred, evidence-based practice

Highly Regarded

• Experience working within the NDIS
• Experience completing functional capacity assessments, assistive technology assessments or home modification assessments
• Community-based occupational therapy experience
• Experience supporting participants with physical, psychosocial, neurological or developmental disabilities

About Us

The Rehabilitation Specialists is a Canberra-based allied health provider committed to helping people achieve greater independence, confidence and participation in the activities that matter most to them. We believe great outcomes come from combining clinical expertise with genuine care, practical solutions and strong relationships.

Our team is collaborative, supportive and focused on delivering high-quality services that make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people we support.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and achievable bonus structure
• Realistic and sustainable KPIs
• Professional development opportunities, training and ongoing clinical support
• Access to experienced mentors and supervision
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
• Strong administrative support and structured onboarding
• Career development opportunities as our Canberra team continues to grow
• A collaborative culture that values innovation, learning and wellbeing
• The opportunity to do meaningful work that creates lasting impact for participants and their families

The Rehabilitation Specialists is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Adjustments throughout the recruitment process are available on request.