Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists – Early Careers, Autism Therapy

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect)

. Support 3–4 participants per day in community settings .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeRemote • AustraliaMid-LevelSenior💰 A$81,000 - A$120,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing strengths-based, person-centred support strategies for participants, particularly those who are autistic or neurodivergent. Collaborates effectively within a multidisciplinary team to enhance practical skills and support everyday life in community settings.

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Occupational TherapySpeech PathologyAHPRA RegistrationMembership With Speech Pathology AustraliaExperience Working With Autistic People

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Hard Skills

Strengths-Based Support StrategiesFunctional Skills DevelopmentCommunity-Based SupportMultidisciplinary Team Collaboration

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationEmpathy

Certifications & Qualifications

Tertiary Qualification in Occupational TherapyTertiary Qualification in Speech Pathology

Industry Keywords

NeurodivergenceCommunity SettingsParticipant SupportCaseload Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support 3–4 participants per day in community settings
Work collaboratively with participants and their families/support networks
Build practical, functional skills that support everyday life
Develop strengths-based, person-centred support strategies
Work as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team
Build a sustainable caseload without sourcing your own clients

Requirements

What you’ll need

Early career qualified Occupational Therapist or Speech Pathologist
Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy or Speech Pathology
1–3 years’ experience or new graduates encouraged to apply
Interest in working with autistic people and neurodivergence
Willingness to work in community-based settings
Membership with Speech Pathology Australia
AHPRA registration for Occupational Therapists

Benefits

Comp & perks

Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
Phone and laptop provided
Reimbursement of daily work-related kilometres travelled and tolls
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
Comprehensive induction program
Structured early careers training pathway (first 12–18 months)
Regular clinical supervision and mentoring
Training in Positive Behaviour Support and autism-specific approaches
Ongoing monthly professional development sessions
Gradual, supported transition to managing your own caseload