Occupational Therapist

Medhealth Dba; Coffs Harbour; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Kilometre reimbursement

Laptop provided

Smartphone provided

Salary packaging options

PD allowance

Clinical supervision

Mentoring from experienced OTs

Leave options

Job summary

Ability Action Australia is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a flexible role that balances home-based and community work. You’ll manage a diverse caseload across Bayside regions, delivering client-centred therapy with strong supervision and mentoring from experienced OTs.

Join a large national provider committed to NDIS participants, with opportunities for PD, equipment support, and moderate travel to client sites.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proactive, client-centred mindset with a desire to innovate and grow.
• Genuine passion for disability and community sector.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload aligned with your areas of interest.
• Conducting clinical assessments across emotional, psychological, cognitive, developmental and physical functions.
• Developing individualised, evidence-based therapy goals and interventions.
• Providing environmental modification advice for homes, schools, workplaces and residential settings.
• Recommending and facilitating Assistive Technology to promote independence.
• Staying compliant with current legislation and NDS guidelines.
• Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Communication skills

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Client-centered

Disability sector passion

Independent and collaborative

Education

AHPRA registration as Occupational Therapist

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

At Ability Action Australia , we are proud to be a national NDIS provider , supporting thousands of participants in over 300 locations across Australia . Our team delivers Allied Health services including Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Behaviour Support, Psychology, Exercise Physiology and Physiotherapy.#AAA

Job Description

Whether you’re newly graduated or highly experienced, if you're passionate about working in the disability sector and want the freedom to tailor your caseload — we’d love to hear from you!

At Ability Action Australia , we’re committed to creating a work environment where you feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow.

We are currently expanding our team in the Bayside region and looking for OTs who enjoy being able to work from home and close to home!

We have a varied & large waiting list for services. AAA will allocate a suitable caseload within 30mins of your suburb.

What We Offer You

• Flexibility – Choose the days you work! Full-time or part-time – it's up to you.
• Remuneration & Perks – Industry-leading salary + kilometre reimbursement, laptop, smartphone, and salary packaging options
• Work-Life Balance – Enjoy a mix of working from home, in the community , and in‑office or clinic hours
• Professional Development – PD allowance, tailored training, and ongoing development with AAA and our parent company, MedHealth
• Support – Clinical supervision, a structured onboarding program, and mentoring from experienced OTs
• Leave Options – Ability to purchase additional leave, plus a generous staff referral scheme
• Purpose-Driven Culture – Join a values‑based team focused on delivering outstanding support to NDIS participants

Your Role will include

• Managing a caseload that aligns with your areas of interest
• Conducting clinical assessments across emotional, psychological, cognitive, developmental, and physical functions
• Developing individualised, evidence-based therapy goals and interventions
• Providing environmental modification advice for homes, schools, workplaces and residential settings
• Recommending and facilitating Assistive Technology (AT) to promote independence
• Staying compliant with current legislation and NDS guidelines
• Working collaboratively within a supportive, multidisciplinary team

Qualifications

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• A proactive, client‑centred mindset with a desire to innovate and grow
• A genuine passion for working in the disability and community sector
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• An interest in pediatrics, complex needs, or a preferred caseload area (let’s tailor it together!)

Additional Information

Ready to embark on an exciting journey with Ability Action Australia? We're eager to hear from you!

You can also find me on LinkedIn at as well as check out what our teams are getting up to!

You are welcome here.

Our fast‑growing team of more than 3,500 people around Australia represent a huge array of life experiences, skills and ways of thinking. We value all these differences.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, proudly welcoming people with disability including mental health conditions, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people from the LGBTQI community, veterans, carers and Indigenous Australians to our team.

We are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs.