About OneStep Wellbeing

OneStep Wellbeing is an NDIS and mental health provider delivering inclusive, person-centred supports across Victoria, NSW, and QLD. Our multidisciplinary team provides Positive Behaviour Support, Occupational Therapy, and Psychology.

We're expanding our OT team to meet growing demand and are looking for a motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join us. Majority of clients are based in CBD, Western and Northern suburbs of Melbourne.

Allied Health Assistant – Occupational Therapy (AHA)

Full-Time or Part-Time | Flexible Hours | Supportive Multidisciplinary Team

What We Offer

- part-time opportunities – flexible hours and a varied NDIS caseload

- Flexible working arrangements – with school-hour options considered

- Competitive remuneration and performance-based bonuses

- Ongoing clinical supervision and mentoring from experienced Occupational Therapists

- Professional development opportunities and access to training resources

- Flexibility to complete administrative duties from home, where appropriate

- Supportive, welcoming team culture with opportunities for career progression

The Role

Build your skills, gain hands-on experience, and make a meaningful difference.

At OneStep Wellbeing, we're looking for a motivated and compassionate Allied Health Assistant (Occupational Therapy) to join our growing multidisciplinary team.

You'll work closely with our Occupational Therapists to support NDIS participants in developing everyday living skills, improving independence and achieving their individual goals.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, is passionate about disability support and wants to develop their practical therapy skills in a supportive environment.

What You'll Be Doing





- Delivering individual therapy activities and programs developed and delegated by a supervising Occupational Therapist

- Supporting participants to develop fine motor, gross motor, sensory regulation and daily living skills

- Assisting participants to build independence with self-care, routines, community participation and functional activities

- Providing therapy support across clinic, home, school and community settings

- Supporting Occupational Therapists during Functional Capacity Assessments (FCAs), where appropriate

- Assisting with preparation and implementation of Assistive Technology (AT) and equipment trials under OT supervision

- Preparing therapy resources, visual supports and individualised activity plans as directed by the supervising OT

- Monitoring participant engagement and progress and reporting observations to the supervising OT

- Maintaining accurate progress notes and documentation

- Collaborating with families, support coordinators and multidisciplinary team members

All clinical activities are undertaken under the direction, delegation and supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist. The AHA is not responsible for independently completing assessments, prescribing equipment or providing clinical recommendations.

Why You'll Want This Role

- Genuine flexibility – full-time or part-time options, with school-hour arrangements considered





- Hands-on clinical experience – work with participants across different ages, abilities and support needs

- Supportive supervision – receive regular guidance, feedback and mentoring from experienced OTs

- Skilled growth – access to ongoing learning, training and career development opportunities

- Realistic expectations – a supportive environment focused on quality care and participant outcomes

- Meaningful work – see the positive impact your support makes in participants' everyday lives

- Collaborative team – work alongside Occupational Therapists, Psychologists and Positive Behaviour Support Practitioners

Requirements

Essential

- Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance, or current enrolment in a relevant allied health qualification, such as Occupational Therapy (subject to suitability)

- Genuine interest in occupational therapy, disability and community-based supports

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to follow clinical instructions and implement delegated therapy programs

- Excellent organisational skills and ability to maintain accurate documentation

- Current Working with Children Check

- NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willingness to obtain one

- Current driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle for community visits

Desirable

- Previous experience working as an Allied Health Assistant, Therapy Assistant or Disability Support Worker

- Experience supporting NDIS participants, including children and adults with disability

- Understanding of occupational therapy interventions, sensory processing and activities of daily living

- Experience working with participants with autism, intellectual disability or physical disabilities

- Current First Aid and CPR certification

📌 Assistant Occupational Therapist (Melbourne)
🏢 OneStep Wellbeing
📍 Melbourne