Occupational Therapist

Step 2 Allied Health; Colac; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle and fuel allowance

Purchased leave options

Regular social events

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Work phone and laptop provided

Job summary

Step 2 Allied Health is hiring an experienced Occupational Therapist to positively impact adolescents and young adults aged 12–28 in clinic, home, school and community settings across regional Victoria. You will deliver evidence-based care, support independence, and collaborate across families, schools and teams to achieve functional goals.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration, WWCC, a valid licence, and a National Police Check.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (or equivalent) required.
• Current AHPRA registration.
• Working with Children's Check.
• Current Driver's Licence.
• National Police Check.

Responsibilities

• Support clients to achieve their goals through evidence-based assessment and intervention.
• Provide neuro-affirming practice alongside continued professional development in this area.
• Assess and implement supports that develop independence in the home and community.
• Support emotional regulation, executive functioning and participation outcomes.
• Conduct assessments and report writing, including Functional Capacity Assessments and funding recommendations.
• Consult with families, schools and external stakeholders through a multidisciplinary framework.
• Maintain accurate documentation in keeping with organisational, professional and legal requirements.
• Attend regular supervision, professional development and team meetings.
• Contribute to a supportive and inclusive team environment.

Skills

Neuro-affirming practice

Evidence-based care

Team collaboration

Adolescent care

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Job description

About Step 2 Allied Health:

Step 2 Allied Health provides quality Allied Health, and disability support services to clients across regional Victoria and beyond. The team consists of Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Behaviour Support Practitioners, Counsellors, Plan Managers, Therapy Assistants and Support Workers. We engage with a variety of funding bodies and sources such as Flexible Support Packages, Support at Home, NDIS, Medicare, TAC and private paying clients. Our company values of quality, integrity and culture underpin all elements of service delivery, and operational decision making.

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist who is committed to making a positive impact on their clients' lives, developing their skills, and supporting young people in achieving their goals. This role primarily supports adolescents and young adults aged 12–28 years across clinic, home, school and community settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support clients to achieve their goals through evidence-based assessment and intervention.
• Provide neuro-affirming practice alongside continued professional development in this area.
• Assess and implement supports that develop independence in the home and community.
• Support emotional regulation, executive functioning and participation outcomes.
• Conduct assessments and report writing, including Functional Capacity Assessments and funding recommendations.
• Consult with families, schools and external stakeholders through a multidisciplinary framework.
• Maintain accurate documentation in keeping with organisational, professional and legal requirements.
• Attend regular supervision, professional development and team meetings.
• Contribute to a supportive and inclusive team environment.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Strives to make impact by respecting neurodiversity and trauma-informed practice.
• Strong focus on integrity and delivering quality, evidence-based care.
• Passionate about supporting adolescents and young adults.
• Embraces opportunities for learning, growth and innovation.
• Contributes positively to team culture and collaboration.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (or equivalent)
• Current AHPRA registration
• Working with Children's Check
• Current Driver's Licence
• National Police Check

Reasons to join the team!

• Career progression opportunities
• Vehicle and fuel allowance in addition to remuneration
• Purchased leave options available
• Regular social and networking events
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), supportive and inclusive environment, job satisfaction and team connectedness.
• Work phone and laptop provided