About the Role

As an Occupational Therapist within our Commonwealth Psychosocial Support (CPS) program, you will play a vital role in supporting people experiencing mental health challenges to access the services and supports they need.

Working closely with Recovery Workers and consumers, you will undertake comprehensive occupational therapy assessments, including Functional Capacity Assessments, to support NDIS applications and planning. You will draw on your clinical expertise to deliver high-quality assessment, reporting and recommendations that help people achieve greater choice, control and independence.

This is a unique opportunity to combine clinical practice with advocacy and meaningful community impact.

What you'll be doing

- Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy assessments and functional capacity assessments.
- Prepare high-quality assessment reports and clinical documentation.
- Work collaboratively with consumers, carers, families and multidisciplinary teams.
- Provide specialist occupational therapy expertise and recommendations.
- Support consumers through NDIS access and planning processes.
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Contribute to a recovery-focused, strengths-based and person-centred service environment.

What you'll bring

Essential

- Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy.
- Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist.
- Experience conducting occupational therapy and functional capacity assessments.
- Strong report writing and clinical documentation skills.
- Excellent communication, collaboration and relationship building capabilities.
- Commitment to recovery-oriented and person-centred practice.
- Current National Police Clearance.
- Current WA Driver's Licence and access to a vehicle.
- Current First Aid Certificate.
- NDIS Worker Screening Check.

You will thrive in this role if you:

- Believe people are the experts in their own lives.
- Are passionate about helping individuals access the support they need.
- Enjoy working autonomously while remaining connected to a collaborative team.
- Bring compassion, curiosity and professionalism to your practice.
- Share our commitment to inclusion,



dignity and recovery.

This role is part-time working 4 days per week.

About Us

At Richmind WA, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful life, connected to their community and supported in their recovery and wellbeing journey.

As a leading Western Australian mental health organisation, we provide inclusive, community-based residential, outreach and mental health services for adults and young people. Through evidence-based practice, lived experience leadership and person-centred support, we help people build confidence, strengthen resilience and achieve their goals.

Our 2024-2028 Strategic Plan, Shaping the Future, Today, reflects our commitment to leading transformative services, bridging gaps in the mental health system, influencing lasting change and creating a resilient future for the communities we serve.

Everything we do is guided by our values:

- Living and Breathing Recovery
- Being Brave and Exploring
- Putting People First
- Being Passionate About Inclusion and Belonging
- Listening Deeply and Learning

Inclusion is at the heart of who we are. We celebrate diversity and welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures, identities and lived experiences. We value the unique perspectives of people with lived and living experience of mental health recovery, disability, and those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ and other underrepresented communities.

As a Rainbow Tick accredited organisation, we are committed to creating secure, welcoming and inclusive spaces for our staff, consumers and communities.

Why Join Us?

It takes courage to support people through recovery. It also takes courage to challenge thinking, build new approaches and create meaningful change.

At Richmind WA,



you'll join a team that is passionate about improving mental wellbeing outcomes and committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported and empowered to grow.

What You'll Enjoy

Reward & Benefits

- Salary packaging up to $18,640, helping you maximise your take-home pay
- Four weeks annual leave
- Opportunity to purchase additional leave (conditions apply)
- Long service leave perks after five years of service

Wellbeing

- Birthday Leave and Wellbeing Leave each year
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Supportive and flexible work environment that values work-life balance

Learning & Development

- Comprehensive onboarding and role-specific training
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Access to LinkedIn Learning

Culture & Inclusion

- Rainbow Tick accredited workplace
- Strong commitment to cultural safety, inclusion and belonging
- Opportunity to work alongside people with diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds
- Values-led organisation focused on recovery, courage and innovation

How to Apply

If this opportunity aligns with your skills, experience and passion for making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit:

- A current resume
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and what attracts you to joining Richmind WA

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. If you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure an accessible and inclusive experience.

Have Questions?

For further information about this opportunity, please contact our People & Capability team at [email protected].

Before an offer of employment can be made, Richmind WA requires successful candidates to satisfy the relevant pre-employment checks applicable to the position.

Richmind WA reserves the right to close applications prior to the advertised closing date.

Please note: Applications submitted without the required supporting documentation may not be considered.

Applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered.

📌 Occupational Therapist (Cannington)
🏢 Richmond Wellbeing
📍 Cannington