Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Adelaide Metro

Job Category: Allied Health

About Novita

Novita nurtures ambition of every size and shape, for a career that grows with you, in a team that supports you.

Novita is South Australia’s most established provider of therapy, assistive technology, community programs and community living services for people with disabilities and we’re evolving every day.

Novita brings you the benefits of structure along with the freedom to grow within an environment that’s big, but personal. We equip you with the tools to thrive as the whole person you are, embracing whatever makes you tick, so you can reach your true potential. Our leaders remain by your side, respectful of your autonomy, because they care about you accomplishing your professional goals. And the sheer variety of Novita’s offerings means opportunities to take your career where you want it to go.

Work at a place that supports you to achieve your best, so you can support others to achieve theirs.

Job Description

About the Role

Join our cutting-edge AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) team in Hindmarsh as an Allied Health Assistant. In this full-time role, you'll work alongside therapists to deliver high-quality therapy supports, helping clients build their communication skills and achieve meaningful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities Include

Deliver therapy support activities with clients, families and education staff Assist with individual and group therapy sessions, including intervention support, set-up, pack-down and maintaining therapy spaces Prepare, organise and maintain therapy materials,



equipment and AAC devices for client use Record accurate and timely progress notes and activity data to support client outcomes and billing requirements Provide verbal and written updates on client progress and liaise with families, team members and external stakeholders as required Participate in ongoing training and professional development, including learning new AAC technologies, software and applications Support the orientation and development of colleagues through knowledge sharing, work shadowing and training activities Maintain a safe, organised and professional work environment Actively contribute to team meetings, planning sessions and service improvement initiatives

Desired Skills And Experience

Knowledge, skills and experience

Experience as an Allied Health Assistant, Therapy Assistant or relevant lived experience Strong communication skills and confidence working with clients, families and therapists Able to work independently, prioritise tasks and manage workflow Practical, flexible and able to support multiple programs and activities Strong organisational skills with attention to detail Comfortable using Microsoft Office and basic digital/therapy technologies Experience with AAC, specialised equipment or supporting neurodivergent clients (highly regarded) Understanding of disability types, family-centred practice and inclusive support (desirable)

Education And Qualifications

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (desirable) Qualifications in Community Services, Disability or Health Sciences (desirable) Currently studying an Allied Health degree (desirable) NDIS Worker Check and Working with Children Check (required)





We’re serious about safeguarding our clients. If you don’t have a current NDIS Worker Check and SA Working with Children Check, we’ll let you know how to obtain these prior to starting work with us.

Why join Novita?

At Novita, you’ll make a real impact by supporting clients of all ages to reach their goals through meaningful, hands-on therapy support.

Work closely with experienced therapists to build practical clinical skills Be part of a supportive, multi‑disciplinary team that values learning and growth Enjoy varied, purposeful work where every day brings new opportunities to make a difference

You’ll Also Enjoy a Range Of Other Benefits

Total salary package includes base salary, annual leave loading and 12% superannuation Enjoy salary packaging up to $15,900 of your salary, increasing your take-home pay Further maximise your take home pay with additional salary packaging benefits including meal and entertainment expenses, accommodation and venue hire, private novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions

Apply Now

For a confidential conversation before applying, contact [email protected].

Applications close 7th September 2026. Novita may close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified before the listed closing date.

Novita is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal and fair consideration for employment. Applicants with a disability and/or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are actively encouraged to apply.

Potentially successful candidates will be required to complete background checks prior to confirmation of employment.

Achieve your amazing at Novita.

📌 Allied Health Assistant | Assistive Technology (Adelaide)
🏢 Novita
📍 Adelaide