Job Type: Full-time

Senior Occupational Therapist (urban and remote community caseload)Posted: 23/10/2026Closing Date: 20/11/2026Job Type: Full-time (ongoing)Location: Alice SpringsJob Category: Therapy ServicesJob DescriptionTake your skills where they're needed most We're seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to deliver person-centred therapy to NDIS participants in Central Australia. You'll be based in Alice Springs, with the opportunity for regular travel to remote communities including Kintore and Papunya. In this role you'll work across the lifespan, supporting children, adolescents and adults to reach their goals at home, school, in clinic, and across community settings. You'll be part of a passionate multi-disciplinary Therapy Services team, backed by Carpentaria's 50+ year history of providing not-for-profit disability, therapy and community services for Territorians.The clinician we're searching forMinimum 3 years of experience as an Occupational TherapistBased in (or willing to relocate to) Alice SpringsWilling to work across the stunning desert region of Central Australia (regular overnight travel via 4WD)Commitment to innovative, person-centred services that promote choice and controlKnowledge of the NDIS (preferred)Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples (preferred)The benefits of working with usWe provide a positive work environment that encourages work/life balance, a sense of humour and having fun.



In this role you will work with a passionate team who will encourage and inspire you to develop and progress your skills and career, whilst supporting Territorians with disabilities to live their best life.We value our teams, and our employees enjoy a range of benefits including:Competitive salary of $117,625 - $152,357, dependent on qualifications and experienceSalary packaging available (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional salary)Additional remote area salary packaging available (up to 50% of rent and utilities)5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading$1,500 professional development allowance per yearOpportunities for ongoing clinical support, supervision, leadership and professional developmentRelocation assistance to Alice Springs available for interstate candidatesUnique prospect to be part of our remote clinical team and deliver services across remote NT communitiesPaid travel and accommodation while in communitySupport for flexible work arrangementsAccess to internal career development, mentoring and resources (including case meetings, team projects, specialist interest groups, and Carpentaria's Paediatric Equipment Program)Access to cultural awareness training and 4WD trainingSupport to access PHN Professional Development grantsAccess to employee discounts, wellness benefits and free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it!Ready to make an impact?

📌 Senior Occupational Therapist (urban and remote community caseload) (Melbourne)
🏢 Carpentaria
📍 Melbourne