Occupational Therapist

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect)

. Deliver therapy supports to 3–4 participants per day in community settings .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in delivering person-centred therapy supports to individuals on the autism spectrum, focusing on developing practical intervention plans and fostering independence. Proficient in collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams to achieve meaningful outcomes in community settings.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Tertiary Qualifications In Occupational TherapyFully Registered With AHPRANDIS Worker Screening Check ClearanceWorking With Children CheckNDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate

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Hard Skills

Goal-Focused Intervention PlansStrengths-Based StrategiesFunctional Skills DevelopmentCommunity-Based SupportEvidence-Informed Therapy

Soft Skills

CollaborationEmpowermentAutonomy

Certifications & Qualifications

Current Driver’s LicenceInternational Police Clearance

Industry Keywords

NDISAutism SpectrumCommunity SettingsMultidisciplinary TeamThe Hills Region

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver therapy supports to 3–4 participants per day in community settings
Develop practical, goal-focused intervention plans
Work collaboratively with families, carers, and support networks
Build strengths-based, functional, and meaningful strategies
Support participants to develop independence and everyday life skills
Work autonomously in the community and as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team
Empower individuals on the autism spectrum and their families to achieve meaningful outcomes through evidence-informed, person-centred therapy
Support participants across The Gables and the Hills Shire region in an itinerant community-based role

Requirements

What you’ll need

Tertiary qualifications in occupational therapy
Fully registered with AHPRA
Current driver’s licence
Use of own vehicle for business purposes
Willingness to travel across The Hills Region and Blacktown LGA's
NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance
Working with Children Check for paid employment for the state you reside in
NDIS Worker Orientation Module ‘Quality, Safety and You’ certificate
May be required to provide an international police clearance
Successful applicants must provide statements of service to calculate remuneration step level
Applicants available to commence between now and February 2027 considered
New graduates completing qualifications in 2026 considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary plus superannuation
Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
Comprehensive induction and onboarding program
Ongoing supervision, coaching and professional support
Professional development opportunities and career pathways
A collaborative, passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team
Travel reimbursement for work-related kilometres
Use of own vehicle for business purposes reimbursed per km
Inclusive workplace and individualised support in hiring processes