Occupational Therapist

1 day ago

Brunswick East, Victoria, Australia Ripple Allied Health Full time $85,000 - $120,000 per year
Occupational Therapist – Ripple Allied Health

About Us

At Ripple Allied Health, we believe that small actions can create powerful ripples of change. We're a purpose-driven occupational therapy practice based in Melbourne's northern suburbs, supporting adolescents and adults—primarily NDIS participants—through trauma-informed, neuroaffirming care. Founded by an OT, our practice is built around what truly matters: people, connection, and impact. We're a small, growing team committed to making a meaningful difference—one ripple at a time.

Why Work With Us

  • Grow With Us: Join a small, expanding practice where your ideas and leadership can help shape the future of our services.
  • Flexible Work Environment: Work from home or from our welcoming Brunswick office, shared with a speech pathology practice in a vibrant community hub.
  • Diverse Caseload: Support adolescents and adults (mostly aged 12–65), with the flexibility to tailor your caseload to your interests.
  • Resources & Support: Access a rich library of therapy tools, templates, and clinical resources to support your work.
  • Work-Life Balance: Choose your hours and days—your wellbeing matters here.
  • Team Connection: Enjoy quarterly social events, shared decision-making, and a culture of collaboration and respect.
  • Quality & Development: Benefit from peer review of reports, monthly team meetings, in-house PD, and a generous CPD budget.
  • Supervision That Fits You: Weekly or fortnightly supervision tailored to your experience, preferences, and employment status.
  • Tools That Work: Receive a computer, work number, and data stipend to support remote and mobile work.
  • Sustainable Workload: Manage a realistic caseload with achievable billable targets—designed to support quality care and professional satisfaction.

Duties

  • Provide client-centred occupational therapy services in community settings.
  • Collaborate with families, carers, and other professionals to support holistic outcomes.
  • Conduct assessments, write reports aligned with NDIS standards, and deliver training to support teams.
  • Shape your caseload and contribute to service innovation and quality improvement.
  • Participate in regular team meetings, supervision, and reflective practice.

Skills and Prerequisites

  • Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and current AHPRA registration.
  • Passion for trauma-informed, neuroaffirming, and person-centred care.
  • Strong assessment, communication, and collaboration skills.
  • Proficient writing skills and willingness to complete formal reporting.
  • Ability to work independently and within a supportive team.
  • Commitment to ethical practice and ongoing learning.
  • Valid driver's licence and access to a vehicle during work hours.
  • Current Working With Children Check.

Salary Package

  • Base Salary: $85,000-$120,000 (pro rata for part-time), based on experience.
  • Bonuses: Quarterly bonuses for contributions beyond billables.
  • Leave: 4 weeks annual leave + birthday leave + CPD leave + paid parental leave + Christmas to New Year standdown.
  • CPD Support: $2,000 annual budget + 2 paid CPD leave days.
  • Extras: Travel reimbursement, professional AI subscription, office parking stipend, tech and therapy resources, professional indemnity insurance.

Start Date

Start date is negotiable—we're happy to wait for the right person.

Ready to start your next chapter?

Find out more about us and joining our team on our website:

Call Kjirsten on or email to learn more.

To apply, send your resume and cover letter to Kjirsten. We'll be in touch with shortlisted candidates within one week.

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