Job Info

Location: BALLARAT, VIC

Salary:

Job Type: Contract position | Casual position

Job Description

?? Occupational Therapist (Contractor) | Flexible Community & Clinic Role ?? Are you an Occupational Therapist looking for flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a real impact across diverse client groups? Our client is a growing allied health organisation dedicated to supporting individuals to achieve greater independence, wellbeing, and participation in everyday life.

They are now seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist Contractor to join their supportive and collaborative team. This is a flexible contractor opportunity where you can work across NDIS, Medicare, aged care, and private clients , delivering meaningful, client-centred care across the lifespan. ?? About the Role

As a Contractor Occupational Therapist, you will: Conduct comprehensive functional, sensory, psychosocial, and environmental assessments Develop goal-directed, culturally responsive care plans with clients and families

Deliver trauma-informed, occupation-based interventions focused on independence and empowerment Support clients with self-care, community participation, mobility, and daily living goals Work with clients across physical, cognitive, developmental, and psychosocial presentations





Collaborate with multidisciplinary and community teams for holistic care delivery Use evidence-based tools to monitor outcomes and support continuous improvement Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and best practice service delivery

Manage your own flexible caseload with support from a collaborative team ? Why You’ll Love

This Role Adaptable contractor arrangement with autonomy over your schedule Supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team environment

Strong peer support and regular supervision available Opportunities for professional growth and development Access to reflective practice and ongoing learning

Diverse caseload across lifespan (NDIS, Medicare, aged care, private clients) Opportunity to innovate and contribute to service development Flexible FTE arrangements (0.6–1.0 FTE negotiable based on experience)

?? What You’ll Bring Qualifications

Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy Current AHPRA registration Experience

Post-graduate experience in community, disability, private practice, or trauma-informed settings preferred Strong clinical reasoning and assessment/intervention planning skills Experience working within NDIS frameworks and documentation standards

Confident working both independently and within a multidisciplinary team Additional Requirements National Police Check (or willingness to obtain)

Working With Children Check (Victoria) Current Victorian Driver’s Licence and reliable vehicle

?? About You You are a self-driven and motivated Occupational Therapist who values flexibility, autonomy, and meaningful client outcomes.

You enjoy working both inde Apply Now

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