Occupational Therapist

Autism Spectrum Australia; Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 81,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options to increase,1

Comprehensive induction program

Individualised supervision

Internal National Conference for PD

Discounted fitness facilities

Beny discounts

Leave entitlements including parental/

Job summary

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the Learning Support Team at Aspect Riverina School in Wagga Wagga. This varied role works in school and community settings, managing your own caseload with strong clinical support.

Deliver therapy in home, school or community environments, helping participants build practical skills, independence and confidence aligned with individual goals, with a supportive, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Full AHPRA registration is required.
• Current Australian driver’s licence and access to a vehicle.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Working With Children Check (state-based).
• NDIS Worker Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You completed.
• Current RRHAN-EC certification (SA) or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapy supports to 3–4 participants per day in community settings.
• Develop practical, goal-focused intervention plans.
• Work collaboratively with families, carers, and support networks.
• Build strategies that are strengths-based, functional, and meaningful.
• Support participants to develop independence and everyday life skills.
• Work both autonomously in the community and as part of a highly supportive team.

Skills

Caseload management

Community-based therapy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Goal-oriented planning

Education

Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy

Full AHPRA registration

Job description

7d ago , from Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect)

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is one of Australia’s largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism-specific school programs in the world. A not-for-profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum, and their families to deliver evidence-informed solutions that are person-centred, family-focused and customer driven.

At Aspect we recognise a different brilliant, where we seekto understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspiration of people on the autism spectrum.

Job Description

• Join a passionate team of dedicated professionals in a supportive school environment
• $81K – $120K pa (pro-rata) FTE inclusive of super + phone + laptop
• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay

Our trusted Aspect Therapy team is seeking an Occupational Therapist o join the Learning Support Team at Aspect Riverina School in Wagga Wagga. This is a varied, school and community-based role where no two days look the same. You’ll manage your own caseload while being supported by a strong, collaborative clinical team.

You’ll work directly with participants in their everyday environments—home, school, or community—helping them build practical skills, independence, and confidence in line with their goals.

At Aspect, we understand that once you’ve met one Autistic person, you’ve met one Autistic person. This role offers real clinical diversity, creativity, and the opportunity to tailor supports to each individual.

What your day will look like

You will:

• Deliver therapy supports to 3 - 4 participants per day in community settings
• Develop practical, goal-focused intervention plans
• Work collaboratively with families, carers, and support networks
• Build strategies that are strengths-based, functional, and meaningful
• Support participants to develop independence and everyday life skills
• Work both autonomously in the community and as part of a highly supportive team

Qualifications

What you bring:

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Full AHPRA registration
• Current and valid Australian driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle (km and tolls reimbursed)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Working With Children Check (state-based)
• Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You
• Current RRHAN-EC certification (South Australia) or willingness to obtain (where required)
• International police check (if required)

Aspect is committed to increasing the number of Autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can feel that they belong. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, to apply. We have a range of universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes, and are happy to individualise these.

Additional Information

What we offer:

• A comprehensive and tailored induction program to support you as you commence in the role
• Individualised support and supervision so you know we have your back
• A versatile working day within a supportive school environment
• Leave entitlements including paid parental leave and generous sick/carer's leave
• Practical internal and external professional development opportunities
• Internal annual National Conference for career development and networking
• Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) training to extend your knowledge and skills
• Discounted fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
• Access to a wide range of everyday discounts through Beny
• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay

Learn more about us:www.autismspectrum.org.au