At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver person-centred therapy to NDIS participants in urban and remote communities.
- Company: Join a passionate team at Carpentaria, with over 50 years of service.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, professional development, and relocation assistance.
- Other info: Enjoy a fun work environment with opportunities for travel and cultural training.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of Territorians with disabilities.
- Qualifications: Minimum 3 years as an Occupational Therapist; experience with NDIS preferred.
The predicted salary is between 117625 - 152357 $ per year.
Take your skills where they're needed most. We're seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to deliver person-centred therapy to NDIS participants in Central Australia. You'll be based in Alice Springs, with the opportunity for regular travel to remote communities including Kintore and Papunya. In this role you'll work across the lifespan, supporting children, adolescents and adults to reach their goals at home, school, in clinic, and across community settings. You'll be part of a passionate multi-disciplinary Therapy Services team, backed by Carpentaria's 50+ year history of providing not-for-profit disability, therapy and community services for Territorians.
The clinician we're searching for:
- Minimum 3 years of experience as an Occupational Therapist
- Based in (or willing to relocate to) Alice Springs
- Willing to work across the stunning desert region of Central Australia (regular overnight travel via 4WD)
- Commitment to innovative, person-centred services that promote choice and control
- Knowledge of the NDIS (preferred)
- Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples (preferred)
The benefits of working with us:
- We provide a positive work environment that encourages work/life balance, a sense of humour and having fun.
- In this role you will work with a passionate team who will encourage and inspire you to develop and progress your skills and career, whilst supporting Territorians with disabilities to live their best life.
- We value our teams, and our employees enjoy a range of benefits including:
- Competitive salary of $117,625 - $152,357, dependent on qualifications and experience
- Salary packaging available (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional salary)
- Additional remote area salary packaging available (up to 50% of rent and utilities)
- 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
- $1,500 professional development allowance per year
- Opportunities for ongoing clinical support, supervision, leadership and professional development
- Relocation assistance to Alice Springs available for interstate candidates
- Unique opportunity to be part of our remote clinical team and deliver services across remote NT communities
- Paid travel and accommodation while in community
- Support for flexible work arrangements
- Access to internal professional development, mentoring and resources (including case meetings, team projects, specialist interest groups, and Carpentaria's Paediatric Equipment Program)
- Access to cultural awareness training and 4WD training
- Support to access PHN Professional Development grants
- Access to employee discounts, wellness benefits and free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it!
Ready to make an impact?
Senior Occupational Therapist (urban and remote community caseload) in Canberra employer: Carpentaria
Carpentaria is an exceptional employer dedicated to empowering individuals through innovative Disability and Therapy Services. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, we offer a competitive salary package, generous leave entitlements, and access to wellness benefits, all within a supportive work culture that values professional growth and development. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people while enjoying the unique advantages of working in a not-for-profit environment focused on respect and informed choice.
