Community Occupational Therapist

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia on site Until 9/30/2026 First posted August 1, 2026 Last posted August 1, 2026
Job description

Occupational Therapist – Flexible & Rewarding Role

Are you an Occupational Therapist passionate about supporting adults to maintain their independence and achieve their goals?

Do you want the flexibility to choose your own hours and days, while making a meaningful impact on clients' lives?

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join a dynamic and growing mobile, community-based service located in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne. In this role, you will work with clients in their own homes, providing tailored therapy services to a diverse range of individuals, including those in the NDIS, TAC, Worksafe, and Aged Care sectors.

About the Role:

This is a part-time or full time position (minimum 3 days per week). We also offer contracting opportunities for those seeking greater flexibility.

As an Occupational Therapist in this role, you will:

  • Visit clients in their homes, assess their needs, and design intervention programs to help them achieve meaningful goals.
  • Conduct assessments for home modifications, from simple to complex.
  • Assist clients in finding the right assistive technology solutions.
  • Maintain strong relationships with support coordinators, local area coordinators, and equipment suppliers.
  • Write reports to document client progress, outcomes, and recommendations.

What We’re Looking For:

  • A Degree in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration.
  • Experience or a keen interest in providing OT services to adults with disabilities, chronic disease, and complex care needs.
  • Strong time management and organisational skills to manage a flexible caseload.
  • Ability to complete autonomous home and community-based assessments and interventions, following an extensive onboarding program.
  • A reliable car and drivers license to visit clients in their homes.
  • Current NDISWC / WWCC (or willingness to apply).

What We Offer:

  • Comprehensive onboarding program to set you up for success.
  • Flexible working hours and days – work the schedule that suits you.
  • Opportunity to work from home for admin and reporting tasks.
  • Regular supervision and ongoing professional development.
  • Generous professional development budget to support your growth.
  • Attractive remuneration package with achievable billing targets and support to meet them.

For more information please reach out to Camille at [email protected]

About this role

Summary

Provide home-based occupational therapy for adults with disabilities and chronic conditions in Melbourne.

Job title

Community Occupational Therapist

Experience level

none

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Melbourne, Australia; remote work possible with travel

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

occupational therapyAHPRA registrationhome assessmentsautonomous workNDISWC or willingness to obtain

Preferred skills

time managementorganisational skillscommunity healthdisability support

Specializations

community caredisabilityhome assessmentsassistive technology
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Melbourne VIC, Australia

Hybrid City
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