Department of Human Services
Job reference: 858722
Location: 5011 - WOODVILLE
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Here at the Department of Human Services (DHS), we strive to deliver modern programs, services and policy that strengthen communities and enable South Australians to actively participate in community life. With people at the heart of what we do and a commitment to child safety, ageing well and supporting people with disability, we work to increase inclusion, independence and decision-making, and help our communities when it matters most.

About the Business

Disability and Specialised Services

Our Disability and Specialised Services (DaSS) Division delivers essential support to South Australians through high-quality NDIS services, sector reform, inclusion-focused policy. We provide direct disability supports through Supported Independent Living, and specialised care through our Disability, Clinical and Quality Services, as well as Aged Care Projects. Our work is strengthened by Corporate and Engagement teams, ensuring strong governance, collaboration and positive outcomes for people we support.

Role Highlights

- Become a valued member of our multi-disciplinary Quality and Clinical Services team
- Actively contribute to enriching the lives of people living with disability, their families and carers
- Client-focused role

Role Details

The Senior Occupational Therapist is a role within DHS Disability Services and is accountable to the Allied Health Manager for:
• providing high-quality Occupational Therapy services, professional clinical supervision, advice and consultancy, and education around appropriate interventions and service development and practice, to clients, staff of DHS Disability Services, management and stakeholders as required
• providing high quality Functional and Sensory Assessments
• providing professional and clinical leadership in the planning,



development and establishment of evidence-based, best practice within a multi-disciplinary team
• providing professional and clinical supervision and education across a multi-disciplinary team
• providing a high-level consultancy and education service on equipment selection, usage, and prescription to assist the complex needs of clients from all ages and backgrounds
• working collaboratively with clients, their families, and carers to improve support provided to people in a way that is respectful of peoples' human rights, puts the client at the centre of planning, and aims to improve quality of life for clients with disabilities
• delivering services to clients of Disability Services for Older Australians (DSOA) and participants of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), in accordance with the goals outlined in their NDIS Plans, providing a service that's aligns with the NDIS Practice Standards and Quality Indicators provided by the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission
• contributing to the development of innovative practices, and multi-disciplinary team management of complex client referrals.

Special Conditions

National Police Check required.
Employment-related Screening Check required.
Some out of hours work may be required.
Must hold a current Australian issued driver's licence (equivalent to minimum class C).

Essential Qualifications





Incumbent should hold an appropriate degree or equivalent qualification which entitles registration as an Occupational Therapist. Must have full registration with the Occupational Therapy Board and maintain current registration.

Classification

AHP3 - Allied Health Professional

Salary Range

$112,139-$120,284

Duration

Ongoing Opportunity

Enquiries to

Robert Peake
Phone: 0472 864 508
Email: [email protected]

Diversity and Inclusion

DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require assistance with this process, please contact us at [email protected] and a member of the team will get back to you.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work workplace for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.

Applications close: 26/09/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- Role Description - Senior Occupational Therapist - AHP3.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

📌 Senior Occupational Therapist (Woodville South)
🏢 Department of Human Services
📍 Woodville South