Occupational Therapist - Community - Mooloolaba, QLD

MediRecruit; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Laptop provided

Flexible hours Monday to Friday

$2,000 annual CPD allowance

Mentoring and internal CPD

Job summary

MediRecruit is seeking a passionate Community Occupational Therapist to join a growing allied health team in Mooloolaba, QLD. In a mobile community role, you will work across NDIS, Support at Home, DVA, Private Health and WorkCover, helping clients improve independence and quality of life at home and in the community.

Flexible full-time or part-time hours Monday to Friday. Early-career and experienced OTs are encouraged to apply, with a supportive multidisciplinary team and opportunities for CPD

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy (OT)
• Current AHPRA registration and professional indemnity insurance
• Minimum 1–2 years' experience (preferred)
• Community or NDIS experience (highly regarded)
• Strong communication skills and a genuine people-focused approach
• Self-motivated with initiative and collaborative team approach
• Blue Card/WWCC or eligible to obtain, NDIS Worker Screening Check or eligible
• Eligible to work in Australia

Responsibilities

• Complete functional assessments and ADL support
• Deliver capacity building programs in home and community settings
• Prescribe home modifications and assistive technology
• Provide neurorehabilitation for stroke, ABI, cerebral palsy and progressive conditions
• Coordinate care and advocate for clients across NDIS, Aged Care, DVA and other funding streams
• Collaborate with a supportive multidisciplinary team

Skills

Strong communication

People-focused approach

Collaborative team

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Occupational Therapist - Community - Mooloolaba, QLD

About the role
We are seeking a passionate Community Occupational Therapist to join a growing multidisciplinary allied health team in Mooloolaba, QLD. In this mobile community role, you will help clients improve independence, function and quality of life within their own homes and communities, working across a diverse caseload spanning NDIS, Support at Home (formerly HCP), DVA, Private Health and WorkCover. Flexible full-time or part-time hours are available Monday to Friday, and both early-career and experienced OTs are encouraged to apply.

• Complete functional assessments and ADL support
• Deliver capacity building programs in home and community settings
• Prescribe home modifications and assistive technology
• Provide neurorehabilitation for stroke, ABI, cerebral palsy and progressive conditions
• Coordinate care and advocate for clients across NDIS, Aged Care, DVA and other funding streams
• Collaborate with a supportive multidisciplinary team

Benefits:

• $75,000 - $105,000 per annum + superannuation
• Company vehicle and laptop provided to support mobile community work
• Flexible full-time or part-time hours, Monday to Friday
• $2,000 annual CPD allowance
• Regular mentoring, support and internal CPD opportunities
• Staff and immediate family discounts of up to 50% across services
• 15% discount on a leading activewear brand
• Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing support
• Collaborative, supportive team culture where people genuinely enjoy coming to work

About You:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current AHPRA registration and professional indemnity insurance
• Minimum 1 to 2 years' experience (preferred)
• Community or NDIS experience (highly regarded but not essential)
• Strong communication skills and a genuine people-focused approach
• Self-motivated with initiative and a collaborative team approach
• Valid Blue Card / Working with Children Check (or eligible to obtain)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or eligible to obtain)
• Eligible to work in Australia

Additional information

• $75,000 - $105,000 per annum + superannuation
• Company vehicle and laptop provided to support mobile community work
• Flexible full-time or part-time hours, Monday to Friday