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Location: Victoria Park, Western Australia Job Category: Community Services and Development,Healthcare & Medical A little about us: EverAbility Group have a long and proud history of providing services for people with disability across Western Australia and Tasmania. We are a purpose-driven organisation championing independence, inclusion and empowerment for people with low or no vision, disability and developmental needs across Western Australia and Tasmania. EverAbility Groups nearly 200 staff and over 500 volunteers support a growing group of diverse services which includes: VisAbility - our specialised service supporting people with low or no vision. Guide Dogs WA and Guide Dogs Tasmania our iconic service raising and training life changing assistance dogs. Kites Childrens Therapy our early intervention support, advice and solutions service transforming the lives of children and their families living with disability or developmental challenges. Job Description About the Role:Are you an Orthoptist who is passionate about empowering people with low vision to live independently and confidently? Join VisAbility, part of the EverAbility Group, and use your expertise to change lives across Western Australia. As an Orthoptist you will provide highquality assessment, intervention and support to children and adults with low vision. Youll work within an experienced multidisciplinary team and contribute to an integrated, bestpractice model of therapy services. About you Conduct detailed visual assessments including visual acuity, refractive error, visual fields, eye movements and ocular health tests. Provide education to clients to help them understand their eye condition. Manage programs for eye movement disorders, prescribing exercises and corrective techniques Support clients to maximise functional vision through prescription of low vision aids and assistive technology. Develop and deliver vision therapy programs and evidencebased interventions. Provide advice on visual ergonomics, contact lens care, occupational eye safety and other visual health matters. Participate in preventative screening programs. Mentor students and support the growth of the orthoptic profession. Work collaboratively with clients, families, internal teams, and external stakeholders. Keep up to date with new low vision aids and evaluate their value and application to clients Desired Skills and Experience Tertiary qualification in Orthoptics. Current Australian Orthoptic Board Registration. Strong understanding of disability and aged care services, legislation and personcentred practice. Excellent interpersonal, communication and analytical skills. Ability to apply innovative approaches to service delivery. Previous experience in disability or health settings (preferred). Experience working with low vision individuals. Knowledge and experience prescribing assistive technology and low vision aids. Required Compliance Documents National Police Clearance NDIS Worker Screening Check Working with Children Check Australian Orthoptic Board Registration Benefits Youll Enjoy:In return, youll enjoy a range of benefits including: Up to 3 days additional paid leave during year-end holiday season! Salary packaging, an opportunity to increase your take-home pay! 17.5% annual leave loading,where applicable Free parking and easy public transport access Stay active with free on-site gym facilities. Thrive in a culturethat values flexibility and supports worklife balance Ongoing professional development and training Employee Assistance Program How to apply? Apply at Join our Team - EverAbility Group and lets chat about what life at EverAbility Group could look like for you. Applications close at 4:00 PM on Friday, 20 March 2026. (We may interview early, so please apply as soon as you can.) For further information contact Kirsty McAullay- Senior Program Manager Independent Living Services at [email protected] We encourage people with disability and of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background to apply. Everyone is welcome, as we are an inclusive and diverse workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr