Job Description
Occupational Therapist / Senior OT | School Based + Community
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Posted: 10/09/2026
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Closing Date: 30/10/2026
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Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
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Job Category: Occupational Therapy
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Why You'll Love Working With Us:
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We believe that a thriving team creates the best outcomes for the clients we serve. That's why we foster a positive, collaborative, andpsychologically safework environment where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported.
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We celebrate each other's wins — big or small — because your success is our success.
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We're invested in your growth, offering mentorship, career development, and a team that truly has your back.
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Ideas are welcome, questions are encouraged, and learning is a team effort.
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Wellbeing matters — we prioritise a balanced, supportive workplace where you can do your best work while feeling valued and respected.
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You will also enjoy a range of industry-leading employment benefits, including;
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Market-competitive salary & benefits :
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Access to Long service leave at 5 years
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$13,700 vehicle allowance
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5 Weeks of paid Annual Leave -Plus options to purchase additional leave
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2 paid Wellness/ Birthday Leave days
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3 additional paid days for professional development
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Laptop and Phone
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Salary packaging options
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Paid professional indemnity and public liability insurance
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Dedicated admin support
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Access to our ********** routine options (4-day work week or 10 weeks of holiday pay) *Eligibility requirements apply
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Work-life balance that works for you – Full-time and part-time roles available
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A realistic caseload – Achievable 4.2 clients per day, including billable admin time
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Flexibility & location-based scheduling – Reduce travel time and work closer to home
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$250 personal resource bundle – Because we set you up for success
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$**** professional development package + 3 days Training Leave – Keep growing with paid training
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free counselling
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Job Description
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About the Role:
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As an Occupational Therapist with Down South Therapy, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our clients. You'll work closely with children, adults, and families to assess, diagnose, and treat a range of diagnoses and presentations. Your role will involve developing and implementing individualised treatment plans, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and contributing to community outreach initiatives.
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What You'll Be Doing:
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Work from our Rockingham office, schools and the community, supporting children, teenagers, and adults
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Provide 1:1 and group therapy, collaborating with teachers and families
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Develop and deliver individualised therapy plans in a transdisciplinary team
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Work within location-based schedules to limit travel and maximise client impact
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Work with community-based clients to expand your clinical interests
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Take part in weekly supervision and mentoring to grow in your role
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Contribute to projects, team learning, and innovation in your area of interest
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Desired Skills and Experience
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Apply If You Are an Occupational Therapist Who Has:
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Passion: A strong desire to help clients reach their fullest potential through fun yet functional therapy.
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Teamwork: The ability to work effectively within a team and contribute to our collective goals.
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Client and Family Focus: A commitment to client-centered and family-centered practices.
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Organisational Skills: Effective organisational and time-management abilities.
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Communication: High levels of communication skills for advocacy, mediation, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
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You Will Need to Have:
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AHPRA Registration
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Working With Children Check
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NDIS Worker Screening Check
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National Police Check
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Driver's Licence
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It would be desirable for you to have:
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Experience with Autism in ESC settings
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So, Are You Ready for More?

📌 Occupational Therapist / Senior Ot | School Based + Community (Western Australia)
🏢 Down South Therapy
📍 Western Australia