Occupational Therapist: Immediate Start — Home Assessments

MAYDAY Recruitment Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 58,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

MAYDAY Recruitment Group is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a contract opportunity across Melbourne Metro. This role combines office-based work with community visits, focusing on home assessments and recommending modifications that support safe discharge and independent living.

You will conduct home and environmental assessments, assess functional independence, and liaise with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or equivalent required.
• Current AHPRA registration required.
• Experience completing home assessments and functional assessments required.
• Strong communication and report writing skills essential.
• Driver's licence and reliable vehicle required.
• Immediate start available.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home and environmental assessments.
• Assess clients' functional independence and support needs.
• Recommend home modifications and assistive equipment.
• Support safe discharge planning and transitions back into the community.
• Complete assessment reports and documentation.
• Liaise with clients, families and multidisciplinary teams.
• Balance office-based duties with community visits.

Skills

Home assessments

Functional assessments

Communication

Report writing

Discharge planning

Time management

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or equivalent

AHPRA registration

Job description

MAYDAY Recruitment Group is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a contract opportunity across Melbourne Metro. This role combines office-based work with community visits, focusing on home assessments and recommending modifications that support safe discharge and independent living.

You will conduct home and environmental assessments, assess functional independence, and liaise with clients and multidisciplinary teams.