Regional Occupational Therapist Lead — Flexible & Remote

Better Rehab; Nowra; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PD budget

Laptop provided

Travel reimbursement

National opportunities

Flexible hours

Job summary

Better Rehab is seeking an Occupational Therapist to lead the growth of our OT services across the Nowra region. You will develop leadership skills as the team expands, while delivering client-centred care within NDIS and Support at Home programs.

Work autonomously from a home-office setup, joining Wollongong team meetings and regional support. You’ll thrive with mentoring pathways, PD funds, and a flexible, collaborative work environment that values clinician input and progression.

Qualifications

• Full AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist; limited may be considered.
• Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle.
• NDIS check, Working with Children Check, and Police Check (or willing to obtain).
• 1+ years of post-graduate experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct meaningful assessments and design impactful therapy plans in diverse environments, including participants’ homes, day centres, parks, and community spaces.
• Build enduring relationships with clients and observe the lasting impact of your work.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to innovatively tackle complex cases and explore new treatment approaches.

Job description

Better Rehab is seeking an Occupational Therapist to lead the growth of our OT services across the Nowra region. You will develop leadership skills as the team expands, while delivering client-centred care within NDIS and Support at Home programs.

Work autonomously from a home-office setup, joining Wollongong team meetings and regional support. You’ll thrive with mentoring pathways, PD funds, and a flexible, collaborative work environment that values clinician input and progression.