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Job Title


Occupational Therapist


Company : Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect)


Location : Newcastle, Australia


Created : 2025-06-13


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Company DescriptionAutism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is one of Australia''s largest autism-specific service providers, with one of the biggest autism-specific school programs in the world. As a not-for-profit organization, we partner with people of all ages on the autism spectrum and their families to deliver evidence-informed, person-centred, family-focused, and customer-driven solutions.At Aspect, we recognize a different brilliant; we seek to understand, engage, and celebrate the strengths, interests, and aspirations of people on the autism spectrum.Job DescriptionSalary range: $81K - $120,000 per annum FTE, inclusive of superannuation, phone, laptop, reimbursement for daily work kilometers traveled, and tolls.Salary packaging options to enhance your take-home pay.Join our dedicated therapy team making a measurable difference supporting individuals on the autism spectrum.Our trusted Aspect Therapy team aims to support and empower individuals on the spectrum and their families/support networks to bring about meaningful change based on functional goals. We work in partnership with the individual and their families/support network to identify strengths, areas of need, and develop support strategies that build capabilities and align with participant interests. We meet participants in their community settings to work on transferable skills that shape their everyday lives.Start and end each day knowing you''re part of an organization at the forefront of service delivery in an NDIS environment, doing something truly impactful.QualificationsWhat you bring:Tertiary qualifications in occupational therapy.Full registration with AHPRA.Current drivers license, use of own vehicle for business purposes (reimbursed per km), and willingness to travel across your local community.NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance.NSW Working with Children Check for paid employment.NDIS Worker Orientation Module Quality, Safety and You certificate. If not completed, access it here.International police clearance may be required.Click here to view the position profile.Additional InformationWhat We Offer:Salary range: $78K - $116,000 per annum FTE, inclusive of superannuation, phone, laptop, reimbursement for daily work kilometers traveled, and tolls.Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay.Comprehensive induction program to support caseload development.Strong support and supervision structure.Supporting three to four people each day.Permanent contracts.Leave entitlements, including paid parental leave and generous sick/carer''s leave.Professional development opportunities.Recognition programs.Annual national conference for career development and networking.Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) training.Discounted fitness memberships through Fitness Passport.To apply: Click the "I''m Interested" button, attach your resume (optional), and complete the questionnaire. We do not accept CVs via email.Applications Close: Aspect reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage.Enquiries: Rhiannon Tolmie, Operational Leader, email@example.comAspect is committed to increasing autistic staff and fostering an inclusive workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, neurodivergent individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ community members, and those from diverse cultural backgrounds. We tailor our hiring strategies to meet individual needs.Learn more about us: www.autismspectrum.org.au #J-18808-Ljbffr