Occupational Therapist - Paeds to Aged Care - Multidisciplinary Team

Therapy Plus FNQ; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Company vehicle for outreach

Professional development

Dedicated administrative support

12% Superannuation

17.5% Annual Leave Loading

9 day fortnight option

Job summary

Therapy Plus FNQ in Cairns region is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join a collaborative multidisciplinary team delivering paediatric to aged care services. You will work with Speech Pathologists and Early Childhood Practitioners to empower clients toward greater independence and quality of life.

Regular supervision, mentoring, and a dedicated admin team support you, with outreach to regional communities and a flexible work pattern to maintain work-life balance in the Cairns

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy is required.
• Blue Card for Working with Children must be held before commencing work.
• Registration with AHPRA is required.
• Current First Aid and CPR are required.
• Eligibility to obtain a Medicare Provider Number.
• Australian Driver's License to be held prior to commencing work.
• Professional Indemnity Insurance must be held.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy assessment and intervention services to children and adults in a clinic.
• Manage a varied caseload across funding streams (NDIS, Support at Home, private).
• Develop meaningful therapy goals with clients and support networks.
• Prepare high-quality assessment and progress reports and other clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with families, educators, medical practitioners and other allied health professionals.
• Participate in supervision, mentoring, and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Provide outreach services to surrounding regional communities 1–2 days per week.

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Job description

Occupational Therapist - Paeds to Aged Care - Multidisciplinary Team

We are a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary practice bringing together Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and Early Childhood Practitioners to deliver high-quality, client-centred care. Our shared goal is to empower people of all ages to achieve greater independence, participation, and quality of life.

Unlike many larger organisations, our practice is led by a Speech Pathologist who understands the realities of clinical practice and regional service delivery. Our director is actively involved in the day-to‑day running of the clinic, providing accessible leadership, supervision, and genuine support—so you'll never feel like you're reporting to a manager who is disconnected from the work you do.

We provide services to children and adults, supporting people with and without disabilities. Our clients access our services through a range of funding streams, including NDIS, Support at Home (Aged Care), and private referrals. This diverse client base provides variety in your caseload while offering greater stability and security for our team.

Our experienced administration team takes care of bookings, invoicing, service agreements, and the majority of administrative tasks, allowing you to focus on what you do best—providing outstanding clinical care rather than navigating paperwork.

As a regional practice, we are passionate about improving access to allied health services. In addition to our clinic-based appointments, we provide outreach services to surrounding rural and regional communities, helping people access therapy who might otherwise miss out. A business vehicle is available for some outreach visits, or a travel allowance is provided.

We are committed to helping our clinicians thrive. Regular supervision and mentoring are built into your schedule, there are occupational therapy team meetings for case discussions and shared learning, and quarterly multidisciplinary team meetings. You'll also have access to external professional development opportunities throughout the year, ensuring you continue to grow in your career while feeling supported every step of the way.

About us

We are a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary practice bringing together Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and Early Childhood Practitioners to deliver high-quality, client-centred care. Our shared goal is to empower people of all ages to achieve greater independence, participation, and quality of life.

Unlike many larger organisations, our practice is led by a Speech Pathologist who understands the realities of clinical practice and regional service delivery. Our director is actively involved in the day-to‑day running of the clinic, providing accessible leadership, supervision, and genuine support—so you'll never feel like you're reporting to a manager who is disconnected from the work you do.

We provide services to children and adults, supporting people with and without disabilities. Our clients access our services through a range of funding streams, including NDIS, Support at Home (Aged Care), and private referrals. This diverse client base provides variety in your caseload while offering greater stability and security for our team.

Our experienced administration team takes care of bookings, invoicing, service agreements, and the majority of administrative tasks, allowing you to focus on what you do best—providing outstanding clinical care rather than navigating paperwork.

As a regional practice, we are passionate about improving access to allied health services. In addition to our clinic-based appointments, we provide outreach services to surrounding rural and regional communities, helping people access therapy who might otherwise miss out. A business vehicle is available for some outreach visits, or a travel allowance is provided.

We are committed to helping our clinicians thrive. Regular supervision and mentoring are built into your schedule, there are occupational therapy team meetings for case discussions and shared learning, and quarterly multidisciplinary team meetings. You'll also have access to external professional development opportunities throughout the year, ensuring you continue to grow in your career while feeling supported every step of the way.

What You'll Do

• Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy assessment and intervention services to children and adults in our modern, well-equipped clinic.
• Manage a varied and rewarding caseload across a range of funding streams, including NDIS, Support at Home (Aged Care), and private clients.
• Develop meaningful therapy goals in partnership with clients, families, and support networks.
• Prepare high-quality assessment reports, progress reports, and clinical documentation, including FCAs, sensory profiles, assistive technology requests and NDIS review reports.
• Collaborate with families, educators, medical practitioners, and other allied health professionals to achieve the best outcomes for clients.
• Participate in regular supervision, mentoring, team meetings, and ongoing professional development.
• Provide outreach services to surrounding regional communities 1-2 days per week, including schools, homes, kindergartens, and aged care facilities.
• (Senior role) Provide clinical supervision, mentoring, and support to junior Occupational Therapists

What You Won't Do

• Build your own caseload — we have a strong referral base and established waiting list.
• Manage bookings, invoicing, or service agreements—our dedicated administration team takes care of these.
• Spend hours completing NDIS administrative tasks—we minimise the administrative burden so you can focus on clinical work.
• Work weekends or nights — we value work-life balance.
• Skip lunch - you're encouraged to take a break during your one hour lunch break.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or higher
• Blue Card for Working with Children must be held before commencing work
• Registration with AHPRA
• Current First Aid and CPR
• Eligibility to Obtain a Medicare Provider Number
• Australian Driver's License to be held prior to commencing work
• Professional Indemnity Insurance must be held

Benefits

• Rewarding salary
• 12% Superannuation
• 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
• This role is full-time, however hours can be spread over a 9 day fortnight, giving you one day off each fortnight for yourself.
• Professional Development, support and mentoring provided
• Dedicated administrative team to support you

• Access to own computer, iPad and Apple Pencil
• Access to plentiful assessments and resources