Occupational Therapist

Autism Queensland Limited; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Not-for-Profit salary packaging up to

Medibank private health insurance

Fitness Passport for you and family

Recognition and Rewards Program

Job summary

Autism Queensland Limited in Rockhampton is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the AQ School Rockhampton community on a part-time basis (2 days per week) from January 18, 2027. You’ll work with Teachers and small groups of children, delivering engaging activities and supporting their development in inclusive settings.

Expand your impact within a multidisciplinary team, with opportunities to work one-on-one with children and families, implement classroom modifications, and contribute to a

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Registration with AHPRA as a qualified Occupational Therapist.
• Current Provide First Aid including CPR qualification.
• NDIS Workers Clearance upon commencement in role.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Teachers and small groups of children to support development through engaging activities.
• Run small group sessions in classrooms or playgrounds, and implement flexible seating or classroom modifications.
• Help students set personal goals and provide information to parents, families and other professionals.
• Possibly expand hours within the Therapy Team for one-on-one work with children and families.

Education

Occupational Therapy degree

Job description

Occupational Therapist – Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day with Autism Qld.

Continue your Occupational Therapist career with Autism Qld at our Rockhampton

School campus ‘AQ School Rockhampton’.

We welcome applications for our part‑time position working between 2 days per week from T1 2027 (18th January 2027).

About the Role

As an Occupational Therapist in our Rockhampton School, no two days are the same. You’ll work closely with Teachers and small groups of children, supporting their development through a variety of engaging and meaningful activities. You could be running small group sessions in a classroom or in the playground, recommending flexible seating options or classroom modifications, working with students to set their own goals or providing information where needed for parents, families and other professionals.

Looking to expand your impact and grow your experience with AQ?

Additional hours may be available within our Therapy Team, offering opportunities to work one‑on‑one with children and families while further developing your therapy and inclusion practice as part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team.

"The single most important thing that I love about being a part of AQ is that there's such heartfelt passion to see change in the autism community"

Our P-12 independent school has six campuses across the state is built on a strong foundation of Specialist Teachers, Aides and Allied Health Professionals. Working in a collaborative environment, our dedicated teams offer a tailored, neuroaffirming approach to the learning experience of diverse learners.

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA) as a qualified Occupational Therapist.
• Current, recognized Provide First Aid including Provide CPR qualification.
• NDIS Workers Clearance upon commencement in role.

From health and wellness programs to professional development, we encourage our staff to strive for a better balance.

• Access up to $18,000 in Not-For-Profit salary packaging including entertainment benefits card.
• Look after your health through discounts to eligible Medibank private health insurance.
• Prioritise wellbeing through a discounted Fitness Passport with access to various fitness and aquatic centres all around the country – for you AND your immediate family!
• Gain meaningful experience through empowering autistic people, their families, carers, and the wider community.
• Become part of a growing, connected, and close-knit community of dedicated professionals, where your contributions are valued.
• Benefit from a wide degree of support from an interdisciplinary team of teacher aides, therapists, wellbeing, and behaviour support practitioners.
• AQ Rockhampton campus is committed to providing opportunities for supported professional growth, ensuring every team member can reach their full potential.
• Be recognised for the difference you make through our Recognition and Rewards Program and AQ Annual Excellence Awards.
• Connect to a range of services with AccessEAP including counselling, nutritional, legal and financial professionals.

What are you waiting for? Seize this exceptional opportunity to be a part of an exciting and rewarding role working with one of Australia's oldest and most experienced providers of autism-specific education services!

Autism Queensland strives to create environments where everyone has equal access to connect their greatest passions with their fullest potential, celebrating all people and their right to participate and belong. We ask that you please let us know if there are any adjustments you may need to ensure you are supported during our recruitment process.