Occupational Therapist
Core
Support NDSCare participants to increase independence, participation, safety, and functional capacity within daily routines in community settings.
Role type
Occupational Therapist (Community/Disability)
Builds
Therapy programs, functional reports, assistive technology assessments, and progress notes for individuals with disability or developmental needs.
Domain
Disability services / Community health
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Functional assessments, sensory regulation, emotional regulation, executive functioning, program design, clinical documentation, delegation oversight
Preferred skills
Paediatrics, complex care, NDIS documentation, assistive technology, transdisciplinary teamwork
Responsibilities
Complete functional and capacity-building assessments; deliver evidence-based therapy for motor and sensory skills; develop tailored therapy goals; produce clinical documentation; collaborate with nursing, physiotherapy, and education staff; design therapy programs delegated to Allied Health Assistants; participate in school meetings and multidisciplinary planning.
Seniority
Mid-level clinician (training and mentoring provided)