Occupational Therapist

Overview
Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is one of Australia's largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism-specific school programs in the world.
A not-for-profit organisation, we work in partnership with people of all ages on the autism spectrum, and their families to deliver evidence-informed solutions that are person-centred, family-focused and customer driven.
Aspect recognises a different brilliant, seeking to understand, engage and celebrate the strengths, interests and aspirations of people on the autism spectrum.
Job title– Occupational Therapist
Responsibilities
Make a difference in the lives of individuals on the autism spectrum.
Provide multi-talented Occupational Therapy services for children, young people and adults on the autism spectrum.
Manage your own day, delivering meaningful support for autistic participants; work autonomously while being supported by a dedicated therapy team.
Work with participants in their environments to develop support structures and strategies to help them reach their goals.
Collaborate with the individual and their families/support networks to identify strengths, areas of need and to develop actionable support plans.
Meet participants in community settings to work on transferable skills that improve everyday life.
Qualifications
Tertiary qualifications in occupational therapy
Fully registered with AHPRA
Current driver's licence and willingness to travel across the local community; use of own vehicle to be reimbursed per kilometre
NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance
Working with Children Check for paid employment in the state of residence
NDIS Worker Orientation Module "Quality, Safety and You" certificate (or ability to complete the free module)
May be required to provide an international police clearance
What we offer
Salary range $81K - $120K pa FTE inclusive of super plus phone, laptop, and reimbursement of daily work kilometres and tolls
Salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
Graduate/induction program to support caseload development
Strong individualized support and supervision structure
Versatile working day supporting three to four people each day
Permanent contracts
Leave entitlements including paid parental leave and generous sick/carer's leave
Professional development opportunities and internal/external training
Recognition programs for outstanding performance
Internal yearly National Conference for career development and networking
Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) training
Discounted fitness facility memberships and access to employee discounts
How to apply
Attach your resume and complete the candidate questionnaire.
A cover letter is optional.
We do not accept CVs directly via email.
Successful applicants may be asked to provide statements of service to calculate remuneration step level.
Notes
Aspect reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the search process.
We are not accepting resumes from recruitment agencies for this role.
Enquiries should be directed to: Lauren Bonomini, Operational Leader, .
Equal Employment Opportunity
Aspect is committed to increasing the number of autistic staff and providing an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs.
We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent people, people with a disability, LGBTQIA+ community members, and culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
We have universal strategies to meet the needs of different people in our hiring processes and are happy to individualise these.
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