St Jude's Health Care Group is a trusted provider of Aged Care, Allied Health and Disability Services, established in 1982. With a strong reputation built over four decades and as a purpose-driven organisation, we operate with a clear philosophy: we do not provide any service that isn't good enough for our own families. Our work is grounded in respect, integrity, commitment, and genuine partnerships with the individuals and communities we support.
Move to Sunny WA Join Our Paediatric OT Team
Looking for a fresh start? Trade traffic and grey skies for ocean breezes, open space, and a relaxed lifestyle in beautiful Western Australia
We're seeking passionate Paediatric Occupational Therapists with at least 12 months of NDIS experience to join our growing team. Whether you're craving a sea change or looking to advance your career, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying everything WA has to offer.
What's on offer:
* Relocation assistance to support your move
* Full-time position with a competitive salary
* Opportunity to do fly-in fly-out work to stunning remote locations such as Esperance
* Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
* Paid study leave and a generous professional development budget
* Clear pathways for career progression
* A genuine focus on work–life balance in one of Australia's sunniest states
Role Summary
Our Occupational Therapists strive to make our client's goals a reality. You will work with people within the NDIS framework and support clients to reach for outcomes and pursue their dreams. No one day will be the same. The role takes responsibility for managing a caseload, including correspondence with families and representatives. The role is responsible for providing advice and education regarding lifestyle changes and adaptations to the physical and social environment for the client. There is also a focus on working with other members of the broader allied health team to ensure consistency of support planning.
Responsibilities and Duties
* Applying a specialist understanding of the effects and impact of all aspects of a disability on a client's occupations and roles
* Implement and monitor individual plans to enable clients to perform occupations that foster health and well-being in their everyday life
* Working with families and stakeholders to share goals and provide practical advice
* Maintaining accurate, timely, and appropriate records of progress notes, reports, and other relevant documentation
Skills, Attributes and Experience
Our ideal candidates will pride themselves on their ability to build and deliver person-centered care that values the choice of the client. They will have the people skills to develop and maintain meaningful, lasting relationships with their clients. Our ideal candidates possess the proven ability to develop therapy programs with their clients. They will also demonstrate a commitment to being a productive and positive member of the broader allied health team focused on ensuring that a multidisciplinary approach is implemented.
As well as the above skills, the Key Requirements include:
* Registration with AHPRA as an Occupational Therapist
* Possess or willing to obtain both an NDIS Worker Screening Check and a Working with Children Check
* A valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle
St Jude's NDIS are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If the above opportunity is one that excites and encourages you, we would welcome and encourage your application. If your application is selected for progression then we will be in touch to discuss it with you soon.