Adelaide, South Australia 5000, Australia

Full-time Permanent Entry Level

Posted 24 Oct 2026

Description

Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time / Casual

Organisation: SACRUM Therapy Services

Website: https://www.sacrum.com.au/

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will provide person-centred, evidence-based assessment and intervention services to individuals with disabilities and complex support needs, promoting independence, functional capacity and participation in everyday activities.

The role involves working collaboratively with NDIS participants, families, support coordinators and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualised intervention plans that align with participants’ goals and support needs.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct functional capacity, occupational performance and activities of daily living assessments.
- Develop, implement and review individualised intervention plans to promote independence and participation.
- Assess clients’ needs for assistive technology, equipment and home modifications.
- Support the development of daily living skills, sensory regulation, fine motor skills and functional routines, where appropriate.
- Prepare comprehensive assessment reports, progress reports, recommendations and other clinical documentation.
- Monitor client progress, evaluate intervention outcomes and adjust treatment plans as required.
- Provide education, guidance and practical strategies to families, carers and disability support workers.




- Collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals to coordinate services and achieve positive client outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with professional, organisational and NDS requirements.
- Uphold professional boundaries, confidentiality, safeguarding obligations and relevant workplace policies.
- A recognised tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy.
- Current registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia through AHPRA.
- Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based occupational therapy assessment and intervention practices.
- Solid communication, interpersonal, organisational and report-writing skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- A current NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness and ability to obtain one before commencing, as required.
- Current driver's licence and willingness to travel to client appointments, where required.
- Experience working with NDIS participants and people with disability.
- Knowledge of NDIS funding, functional capacity assessments and assistive technology processes.
- Experience supporting individuals with complex needs, developmental disabilities or psychosocial disabilities.
- Experience preparing reports and recommendations for NDS-related purposes.

What We Offer

- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and ongoing learning.
- Flexible working arrangements, where operationally feasible.
- Opportunities to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with disability.
- Competitive remuneration commensurate with qualifications and experience.

📌 Occupational Therapist (Adelaide)
🏢 Sacrum Therapy Services
📍 Adelaide