Job Description
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$95,212 to $108,283– FT or pro rata PT – flexible options to suit you!
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Tax free fringe benefit up to $15,900 p.a., plus meal entertainment benefit up to $2,650 p.a.
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6 weeks annual leave, One day paid wellbeing day and gift
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Note – Casuals will be considered and employed under HPSS Award.
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Why Join the MJD Foundation?
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This is more than an OT position. It's an opportunity to work with a specialist organisation supporting people and families living with a rare neurological condition, while developing your expertise across clinical practice, assistive technology, research, education and community engagement.
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You'll join a team-oriented team that values cultural knowledge, lived experience, clinical expertise and strong relationships to help people living with MJD live well and achieve their goals.
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Use your OT skills to make a genuine difference:
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Specialist neurological practice – support people living with Machado-Joseph Disease and related conditions
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Meaningful, culturally responsive work – partner with Aboriginal Community Workers, families and cultural advisors
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Clinical variety and professional growth – combine therapy, assistive technology, NDIS, research and education
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About the Role:
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The MJD Foundation is seeking an experienced and passionate Occupational Therapist to join its dedicated Therapy Program in Darwin.
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You'll provide specialist occupational therapy to people living with Machado-Joseph Disease (MJD) and related conditions, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to support clients and families to achieve their goals and stay stronger for longer.
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This is a unique opportunity to work within a strengths-based, evidence-informed and culturally responsive model of care, building enduring relationships with clients, families and Aboriginal Community Workers.
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You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to education, research and resource development, including occasional clinics supporting people living with MJD




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Key Responsibilities:
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Design, deliver and evaluate individual and group occupational therapy programs and assessments
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Work collaboratively with clients, families, Aboriginal Community Workers and cultural advisors
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Provide specialist advice and clinical justification for equipment and supports through the NDIS
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Assess and prescribe assistive technology to support independence and quality of life
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Support NDIS plan development and delivery
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Build strong and enduring relationships with clients and their families
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Contribute to research, education, training and resource development
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Support continuous improvement of clinical services and health outcomes
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Travel to remote communities by light aircraft and 4WD as required
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About You:
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You will be an experienced Occupational Therapist who is passionate about person-centred practice, neurological rehabilitation and making a meaningful difference in the lives of clients and families.
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You will have:
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Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy and current AHPRA registration
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Minimum 3 years' experience as a qualified therapist
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Experience prescribing assistive technology, ideally including wheelchairs
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Understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and cultures
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A commitment to person, family-centred and cross-cultural practice
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively
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Desirable:
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Experience in neurological and/or rehabilitation settings
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Knowledge of Machado-Joseph Disease and other spinocerebellar ataxias
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Experience working within the NDIS
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Knowledge of NT Government and/or NGO services
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What You Need:
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Ability to obtain and maintain an NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
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Ability to obtain and maintain an NT Class C manual driver's licence
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Willingness to travel to remote communities
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Willingness to comply with Government vaccination requirements
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📌 Occupational Therapist - Mjd Foundation (Darwin)
🏢 Northern Territory PHN (operating entity: Health Network Northern Territory
📍 Darwin