Disability Support Specialist

2 days ago

NewcastleMaitland, Australia beBeeOccupation Full time $84,400 - $144,000

We are one of the largest providers to the NDIS, supporting over 10,000 participants every year with the care they need, when and where it is needed.

Our multidisciplinary team approach ensures a quality support service that meets the needs and goals of our participants and their family.

Job Description

We are expanding our team to support NDIS participants living in the Wollongong & Nowra region's. We welcome an Occupational Therapist looking to make a meaningful and rewarding impact in their local community.

You'll bring expertise, maturity, and strong time management and organisational skills to the role.

Suitable candidates will provide supports to cover NDIS participants living in Wollongong, Nowra, and surrounding suburbs.

We offer structured supervision, mentoring, and CPD opportunities to help you grow in our fast-paced, energetic, and fun workplace.

No two days are ever the same You might find us in childcare centres, schools, aged care facilities, day programs, the community, homes, and/or our clinic space.

Responsibilities

  • Manage an allocated caseload and deliver timely therapeutic services
  • Assess participants' developmental, cognitive, emotional, psychological, and physical function and capacity through clinical observations and standardised assessments
  • Interpret findings to formulate treatment goals unique to each participant
  • Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions to enhance participants' quality of life and meet their goals
  • Mentor and nurture early career clinicians
  • Maintain awareness of current legislation to ensure compliance

What's in it for you?

As you support many, we support you.

Our organisation offers:

  • Work flexibility - From 24 hours a week to full time, you select the hours and days that work best for you as an individual.
  • Excellent remuneration - Industry leading salary + salary packaging + car allowance + laptop + smartphone + purchased leave + bonus opportunities.
  • True work-life balance - The autonomy of setting your calendar, your way.
  • Career progression - Access to ongoing training tailored to your interests and long-term goals combined with professional development opportunities.
  • Continuous Professional Development – A generous CPD allowance and paid leave days to complete this.
  • Passionate and positive culture – Be part of a purpose-driven team that believes in your development and making a difference.
Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Current registration with AHPRA as an Occupational Therapist
  • Excellent time management and organisational skills to manage a varied caseload
  • A pro-active attitude and interest in continually developing your skills
  • Experience in mentoring and supervising other Occupational Therapists
  • A genuine passion for working in the disability sector
Additional Information

We are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs.

You are welcome here.

We value all differences and believe in equal opportunity employment.

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