Occupational Therapist and Graduate Occupational Therapist

Autism SA

St Marys, Adelaide, SA

Physiotherapy, OT and Rehabilitation (Healthcare and Medical)

Full time

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Full-time (permanent and fixed-term contract) positions are available at our Tonsley and Elizabeth sites.

Salary Range: $76K - $96K + Super (incl. base salary + 5k discretionary allowance pa.)*

Full salary packaging benefits (ability to sacrifice up to $15,899 per annum)

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Autism SA has a strong and rich history of being a recognized leader in providing specialized services to individuals on the autism spectrum, their families, and the broader community. When you join Autism SA, you’ll get to work with dedicated and passionate staff who are driven to support autistic people to live the life they choose in an inclusive society.

Working alongside experienced colleagues from a variety of professions, you’ll have access to an extensive knowledge base and development opportunities, giving you the chance to fuel your professional growth, expand your skills, and provide the highest quality of care to clients and their families.

What we can offer you

Fantastic training and professional development opportunities (including access to in-house training and research teams);

Attractive salary packaging benefits (an opportunity to increase our take-home pay) including options for novated lease agreements and meals and entertainment benefits

Access to our employee benefits program, including paid parental leave, an Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling, a recruitment referral bonus, and more!

Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave

Flexible working arrangements (e.g., working hours and locations);

We strongly believe in a person-centered approach for both the individuals we support and our valued employees.

Every day you’ll learn something new, you’ll be connected to an innovative and like-minded group of people, you’ll have access to the latest research and therapies in autism, and you’ll be a valued member of the Autism SA community.

About the role

Supportive team structure with frequent and ongoing clinical supervision from a senior occupational therapist and access to discipline-specific Clinical Leads

You'll be part of a tight-knit therapy team who are supported to do what they love (provide high-quality therapy to clients with ongoing learning and clinical skill development) and love what they do (value each other, have fun at work, and maintain a positive team culture)

We embrace and respect neurodiversity and prioritise using neurodiversity-affirming practices within therapy

You will have access to our purpose-built facilities with exciting gross motor and sensory spaces

We provide you with access to resource rooms and cupboards, a work laptop, iPad, and a phone

The role is responsible and accountable for the provision of therapeutic assessments and evidence-based intervention for individuals across all age ranges in the area of occupational therapy.

What you will need to succeed

Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy) or similar;

Membership or eligibility for membership with Allied Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA);

Knowledge and experience in the delivery of Occupational Therapy services and working with autistic individuals;

Satisfactory DHS Working with Children Clearance, NDIS Worker Screening, and National Police Check,

Graduate occupational therapists are encouraged to apply! (*varying salary)

Please attach your cover letter and resume and complete your work history and education information on the application page. You will also need to answer the shortlisting and personality questions for your application to be considered. You are welcome to include any certificates or licenses in the education section to assist us in assessing your suitability for this role.

Autism SA is committed to improving and sustaining employment outcomes for people from diverse backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from different cultural backgrounds, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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Contact Victoria Brown, Business Unit Lead, Therapy Service via email: vbrown@autismsa.org.au