Occupational Therapist

Cerebral Palsy Alliance; Central Coast Council; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Relocation allowance

Tax benefits

Gym membership

Generous leave policy

Job summary

Cerebral Palsy Alliance is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our Tuggerah team. This full-time role offers flexible hours and opportunities to work across clinic and community settings with clients from infancy to adulthood who have CP and related disabilities.

You will work within a skilled multidisciplinary team using a range of equipment and telepractice options to support client goals. Our compensation reflects a competitive salary range, robust professional development, and

Qualifications

• Eligible for AHPRA registration and currently registered as an OT.
• Tertiary degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current valid driver’s license or access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy assessments and interventions for clients across the lifespan (0–65) with CP and related disabilities.
• Deliver services in clinic and community settings, including homes and schools as indicated.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to plan, implement, and review client goals.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Job description

Occupational Therapist

Full time preferred, may be flexible for part time hours

Join our Dynamic team in Tuggerah

Tuggerah has a team of 8 highly dedicated and passionate Therapists including OT, SP, EP and PT. We have a technically skilled, fun team who work collaboratively to support our clients' goals.

We service clients from across the lifespan from infancy to adulthood, ages 0-65 with CP and similar physical disabilities, whilst also supporting a wide range of other disabilities including intellectual, genetic, and neurodiverse.

Tuggerah is a well-established therapy center with a range of incredible new equipment, facilities and services, including: LiteGait Trainer, Magic Carpet, Eye-Gaze Devices, specialised telepractice equipment and outdoor play equipment. In the clinic we have 5 large therapy rooms with 1 well equipped plaster/casting room, as well as a custom seating workshop on site and a large outdoor therapy space with play equipment. There are school holiday intensive therapy groups on offer and monthly on-site equipment clinics supported by OTs and PTs with equipment suppliers.

Our clinicians also provide service in a range of settings outside the clinic including client's homes, schools/pre-schools and other community settings as indicated by the client's specific goal.

What makes CPA special?

• Professional Development: we are a registered training organisation, providing you with a detailed learning journey and 1:1 guidance from a clinical educator throughout your career.
• Teamwork: join an experienced multidisciplinary team, including SP, OT, PT and EP, working collaboratively to provide care to clients
• A Rewarding Caseload: working with diverse clients and complex disability can be incredibly rewarding, with a direct positive impact on clients' daily experience and independence.
• Client Centered: Cerebral Palsy Research Institute and an experienced team support you to provide evidence-based intervention focused on achieving the client's goals
• Career Growth: a diverse range of career pathways are possible for you including research, clinical governance, specialisation and management opportunities
• Flexibility: you will work in both the clinic and community with options for part time, full time, compressed hours or negotiated start/finish times that work for you.

What We Offer?

• Salary: clinical salaries are graded with an approximate range of $80-140k incl super including tax free packaging; for more information, please discuss with our recruitment team.
• Investment in YOU: receive professional development opportunities valued up to $20,000 in your first year and $10,000 each year after that.
• Relocation allowance: if you're moving for this role, we offer an allowance of up to $5,000, T&Cs apply
• Tax Benefits: reduce your taxable income further with an optional $2,650 through the meals and entertainment benefit.
• Discounted Gym Membership: access to Fitness Passport membership for you and your family
• A Generous Leave Policy: Enjoy up to 3 additional days of leave, 12 weeks of parental leave, 2 weeks of partner leave, compassionate leave, and options for additional pre-paid leave.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Relevant qualifications in Occupational Therapy
• Evidence of current AHPRA registration.
• A current driver's license and your own vehicle

Our Values:

At Cerebral Palsy Alliance we champion diversity and equitable opportunities for people with disabilities and lived experience, Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community. We are passionate, respectful, ethical, curious and courageous. Great Minds Think Differently.

We are committed to supporting inclusivity for anyone with diverse needs and lived experience. Workplace adjustments can be discussed to create a safe and comfortable workplace that supports your health, abilities, and personal needs.

More information about working for CPA:

For the safety of staff and clients we have assessed that this role requires a medium level of physical functionality, more details can be found here. Cerebral Palsy Alliance upholds and advocates for the rights of clients, we are a child safe organisation and all workers must adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct.