Occupational Therapist - Community Based | Penrith

Healthcarelink Support; Penrith; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-from-home administration time

Weekly clinical supervision

Weekly learning sessions

PD allowance

Travel allowance

Career progression

National OT network

Multidisciplinary team

New Graduate Program

Job summary

Healthcarelink Support seeks an Occupational Therapist to join a community-based team in Penrith, delivering services across home, school and the wider community. You’ll conduct assessments and develop tailored intervention plans to help clients gain independence.

Applicants should hold OT registration with AHPRA, have at least 1 year of experience, and possess a valid driver’s licence. A supportive, multidisciplinary environment and flexible arrangements are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current registration with AHPRA.
• Minimum 1 year of experience.
• Current driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• NDIS experience is highly regarded but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional assessments and develop evidence-based intervention plans.
• Deliver occupational therapy services across home, school and community environments.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and clinical documentation, with work-from-home administration time.
• Collaborate with Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists and Behaviour Support Practitioners.
• Build positive relationships with clients, families, carers and support networks.
• Participate in regular clinical supervision, mentoring and professional development.
• Manage your caseload with autonomy while working towards meaningful client outcomes.
• Develop a caseload aligned with your clinical interests, experience and career goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Client-centered care

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Job title: Occupational Therapist Job type: Permanent full time or part time Work setting: Community-based Salary offer: $85k to $105k annually + Super Location: Penrith

About the company:

Our client is a well-established, community-based NDIS provider delivering evidence-based, neurodiversity-affirming services across Australia. With a multidisciplinary team of over 160 clinicians, including a national Occupational Therapy team of more than 60 professionals, they are committed to creating a supportive workplace where clinicians can thrive and build rewarding careers. Our client values collaboration, clinical development and work-life balance, offering clinicians the flexibility, autonomy and support to deliver meaningful outcomes for their clients. With a strong focus on clinician wellbeing and retention, you'll join a team that values open communication, ongoing learning and genuine connection.

About the role:

Our client is seeking an early career or experienced Occupational Therapist to join their growing multidisciplinary team. This opportunity is suitable for both experienced clinicians and new graduates looking to develop their clinical skills in a supportive, collaborative environment. Working with clients aged 0–65 years, you'll help individuals build independence, develop everyday living skills and achieve meaningful outcomes in their homes, schools and community settings.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting functional assessments and developing evidence-based intervention plans tailored to individual needs.
• Delivering occupational therapy services across home, school and community environments.
• Preparing comprehensive reports and clinical documentation, with dedicated work-from-home administration time.
• Collaborating with Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists and Behaviour Support Practitioners.
• Building positive relationships with clients, families, carers and support networks.
• Participating in regular clinical supervision, mentoring and professional development activities.
• Managing your caseload with autonomy while working towards meaningful client outcomes.
• Developing a caseload aligned with your clinical interests, experience and career goals.

Benefits:

• Flexible full-time and part-time employment opportunities.
• Work-from-home days for administration and report writing.
• Weekly clinical supervision and mentoring.
• Weekly learning and development sessions.
• Uncapped professional development allowance.
• Travel allowance to support community-based work.
• Clear career progression and professional development pathways.
• Access to a national network of more than 60 Occupational Therapists.
• Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of over 160 clinicians.
• Supportive leadership team with an open-door approach.
• Regular team connection and social events.
• Dedicated New Graduate Program with structured support for early-career clinicians.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current registration with AHPRA.
• Minimum 1 year of experience.
• Current driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• A genuine passion for helping people improve their independence and achieve meaningful outcomes.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team while managing your workload independently.
• Experience working within the NDIS is highly regarded but not essential.

If you're looking for a role where you can grow as a clinician, enjoy flexibility and make a genuine difference in people's lives, we'd love to hear from you!