Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

Full-Time 67500 - 82500 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Provide person-centred Occupational Therapy to clients of all ages in various settings.
  • Company: Kern, a supportive multidisciplinary allied health provider in Mandurah.
  • Benefits: Flexible full-time or part-time options, five additional wellness days, and strong admin support.
  • Other info: Join a passionate team committed to high-quality practice and continuous learning.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your skills in a collaborative environment.
  • Qualifications: Recognised Occupational Therapy qualification and current AHPRA registration required.

The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.

  • Occupational Therapist | Full-time or Part-time
  • Mandurah, Western Australia 6210, Australia
  • Full-time Permanent Mid-level Senior
  • Description

Meaningful clinical work. Individualised development. The right support around you.

Kern is looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our Mandurah team, supporting children, young people and adults across the lifespan.

We are predominantly an NDIS provider and are continuing to grow our private services. This offers greater clinical variety and the opportunity to work across both service models.

The position is available full-time or part-time, with flexibility around how your working week is structured.

At Kern, we know the experience we create for our people directly influences the experience they can provide to participants and clients.

We invest in clinical leadership, Coaching and Development, multidisciplinary practice and administration support so our therapists have the right structures around them to focus on high-quality clinical work.

  • Structured Coaching and Development tailored to you.

Your onboarding, mentoring and ongoing development will reflect your experience, confidence, clinical interests and professional goals.

  • Accessible clinical leadership. Our Team Leaders work closely with their teams, providing coaching, clinical guidance, reflective practice and support with complex situations.
  • Strong administration support. Our dedicated support team assists with service coordination, funding processes and systems, reducing avoidable administrative burden.
  • A genuinely multidisciplinary team.

Collaborate and learn alongside Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, Exercise Physiologist and Therapy Assistants.

  • Variety and autonomy in your practice. Work across the lifespan, with opportunities to build experience in areas that align with your clinical interests.
  • Flexible full-time and part-time options, supporting different lifestyles and stages of life.
  • Five additional Kern Wellness Days each year, on top of annual leave.
  • Opportunity across NDIS and private services. Work within our established NDIS services and contribute to our growing private service offering.

The role

You will provide high-quality, person-centred Occupational Therapy across our Mandurah clinic and community settings, including homes, schools and other everyday environments.

  • Working with participants, private clients, families and support networks, you will:
  • Undertake assessments and deliver individualised interventions
  • Support people to build capacity, independence and participation
  • Develop practical recommendations that reflect each person's goals and circumstances
  • Collaborate with families, support networks and other clinicians
  • Maintain timely, high-quality clinical documentation
  • Contribute to shared learning and the continued development of kern's services

Our team around the person approach supports collaboration across disciplines where it adds value to the individual and their goals.

About you

We are looking for an OT who

  • Is committed to high-quality, person-centred practice
  • Values collaboration, reflection and continued learning
  • Communicates well with participants, clients, families and colleagues
  • Wants to contribute to a supportive and accountable team
  • Brings curiosity, initiative and a willingness to share ideas
  • Connects with the kern way of working
  • Ideally, you will have clinical experience

You will also need

  • A recognised Occupational Therapy qualification
  • Current AHPRA registration
  • A current Working with Children Check
  • A current NDIS Worker Screening Check
  • A current driver's licence and access to a suitable vehicle
  • Ideally is able to demonstrated understanding of the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Framework.
  • About Kern

Kern is a multidisciplinary allied health provider based in Mandurah, supporting people across the Peel region through NDIS and private services.

Our values guide how we work with participants and clients, support one another and continue improving the experience we provide:

  • Seek to Understand
  • Play as a Team
  • Different, Better
  • Passionate About the Kern Way

If you are looking for meaningful clinical work, individualised development, flexibility and a team that genuinely invests in helping you succeed, we would love to hear from you.

Full-time and part-time applications are welcome.

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Occupational Therapist employer: Kern Allied Health

Kern is an exceptional employer located in Mandurah, offering Occupational Therapists a supportive and collaborative work environment that prioritises individualised development and meaningful clinical work. With flexible full-time and part-time options, strong administrative support, and a commitment to professional growth through structured coaching, Kern empowers its team to thrive while making a positive impact on the lives of participants across the NDIS and private services. Join a multidisciplinary team that values reflection, collaboration, and continuous learning, all while enjoying additional wellness days and a culture that truly invests in your success.

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Contact Details:

Kern Allied Health Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Occupational Therapist

Communication Skills
Time Management
Problem-Solving Skills
Adaptability
Teamwork
Team Collaboration
Organizational Skills