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Occupational Therapist | Flexible FT/PT Hours | NDIS Focused


Company : Ability Action Australia


Location : Cairns, Queensland


Created : 2026-02-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Occupational Therapist | Flexible FT/PT Hours | NDIS FocusedFull-timeState: QLDJob Status: Full TimeAt Ability Action Australia, we are proud to be a national NDIS provider, supporting thousands of participants in over 300 locations across Australia. Our team delivers Allied Health services including Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Behaviour Support, Psychology, Exercise Physiology and Physiotherapy.Occupational Therapist Flexible Community RoleAre you an Occupational Therapist who thrives in a flexible, community-based role?Whether you''re newly graduated or highly experienced, if you''re passionate about working in the disability sector and want the freedom to tailor your caseload we''d love to hear from you!At Ability Action Australia, we''re committed to creating a work environment where you feel empowered, supported, and inspired to grow.What We Offer You:Flexibility Choose the days you work! Full-time or part-time it''s up to you.Remuneration & Perks Industry-leading salary + kilometre reimbursement, laptop, smartphone, and salary packaging optionsWork-Life Balance Enjoy a mix of working from home, in the community, and in-office or clinic hoursProfessional Development PD allowance, tailored training, and ongoing development with AAA and our parent company, MedHealthSupport Clinical supervision, a structured onboarding program, and mentoring from experienced OTsLeave Options Ability to purchase additional leave, plus a generous staff referral schemePurpose-Driven Culture Join a values-based team focused on delivering outstanding support to NDIS participantsYour Role:As an OT in our team, you''ll make a meaningful difference through:Managing a caseload that aligns with your areas of interestConducting clinical assessments across emotional, psychological, cognitive, developmental, and physical functionsDeveloping individualised, evidence-based therapy goals and interventionsProviding environmental modification advice for homes, schools, workplaces and residential settingsRecommending and facilitating Assistive Technology (AT) to promote independenceStaying compliant with current legislation and NDIS guidelinesWorking collaboratively within a supportive, multidisciplinary teamWhat You''ll Need to Succeed:Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational TherapistStrong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsA proactive, client-centred mindset with a desire to innovate and growA genuine passion for working in the disability and community sectorThe ability to work both independently and collaborativelyAn interest in pediatrics, complex needs, or a preferred caseload area (let''s tailor it together!)Ready to Take Action?Whether you''re early in your career or an experienced clinician looking for a new challenge, Ability Action Australia offers you a place to thrive. Join a team that values your skills, supports your growth, and gives you the tools to make a lasting impact.Our fast-growing team of more than 3,500 people around Australia represent a huge array of life experiences, skills and ways of thinking. We value all these differences.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, proudly welcoming people with disability including mental health conditions, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people from the LGBTQI community, veterans, carers and Indigenous Australians to our team.We are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr