The Role

We are seeking applications from Senior Occupational Therapists withdemonstratedexperience performing Team Leader duties or similar. As an IOH Team Leader, you will bedirectly responsiblefor supporting a team of Occupational Therapists. Applicants must have experience working within the NDIS scheme and must have a minimum of3years of post-graduate experience.

The successful candidate will report to the Occupational Therapy Manager, Clinical Lead, who was the winner of the 2023 Australian Allied Health Award for the category of ‘Allied Health Leadership and Management Excellence Award’.

Day to Day

- Prescription major home modifications
- Complex equipment and assistive technology prescription
- Functional Capacity and Activity of Daily Living Assessments
- Environmental and housing needs assessments
- Self-care, pressure care, falls, and Mobility Assessments
- Therapeutic intervention to increase community participation and completion of activities of daily living

The ideal candidate will have a background in delivering community and clinic-based services across NDIS and aged care settings, a strong work ethic, and excellent organisational and communication skills. This isa great opportunityto work in a professional environment delivering high-quality service to our clients.

The Successful Applicant Must Have

- Current registration with AHPRA as an Occupational Therapist
- Minimum of3years ofpost-graduate experience as an Occupational Therapist
- Demonstratedexperience managing,supervisingor mentoringothers
- Demonstrated sound understanding of safeguarding frameworks, with a commitment to promoting the safety and wellbeing of clients
- Ability to apply a ‘just culture’ approach,



supporting accountability, learning, and psychologically safe practice environments
- Current vehicle and driver's licence
- Valid NDIS Worker Screening Check, Police Check, and Working with Children Check or be willing to obtain them
- Meet vaccination requirements for health workers under Public Health Order
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build rapport andmaintainstrong relationships
- Strong understanding of NDIS and clinical OT delivery

Supervision:

IOH has a structured formal supervision program, with opportunities for dual assessments to develop skills in new areas of practice, a formal quality assurance process, and bi-monthly peer supervision to learn from your colleagues. You will be supported in your position by having direct accessto our Occupational Therapy Department Managers in Compliance and Operations and Clinical Leadership, who are case load free.

Administration and Therapeutic Support:

An experienced administration team to assistyou with booking appointments, sending reports, invoicing and preparing for assessments/therapeutic intervention.

Resources:

Laptop, smartphone, modern I.T. platforms, with extensive clinical resources and tools. We will also provide you with assistance in configuring an efficient home office.

Excellent Remuneration:





Competitive salary with access to performance based incentives, professional development support and industry membership.

Work-life Balance/Flexibility:

Manage your own calendar and bookings, offering the opportunity for adaptable work hours. There is the opportunity to work from home with the social benefits of working in our well-equipped clinics and in the community.

Career Progression:

You will receive support for external career development, access to quarterly in-house training, and a tailored Learning and Development Plan aligned with your goals and aspirations.

Team Culture:

You will be part of a family-owned and operated business with direct access to a multidisciplinary team. You will additionally be able to partake in team meetings and enjoy paid team events.

Our goal is to help our therapists develop their skills and knowledge to become the "go-to" for our referrers. We provide the support, tools, training, and team to allow you to be your best. We have a highly experienced team and leadership, so you can learn and develop your knowledge and feel supported in your role. Our aim is to service clients with local teams, ensuring travel for work can be minimised.

If you are an experienced Occupational Therapist ready to support others while continuing meaningful clinical work, we would love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to bring your experience to a small, committed and well-established team, helping passionate therapists grow in confidence and skill, delivering great OT practice and make a genuine difference in the lives of people within the community.

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📌 Occupational Therapist - Team Lead (Wollongong)
🏢 IOH
📍 Wollongong