$95,212 to $108,283 – FT or pro rata PT – flexible options to suit you!
Tax free fringe benefit up to $15,900 p.a., plus meal entertainment benefit up to $2,650 p.a.
6 weeks annual leave, One day paid wellbeing day and gift
Note – Casuals will be considered and employed under HPSS Award.
Why Join the MJD Foundation?
This is more than an OT position. It’s an opportunity to work with a specialist organisation supporting people and families living with a rare neurological condition, while developing your expertise across clinical practice, assistive technology, research, education and community engagement.
You’ll join a collaborative team that values cultural knowledge, lived experience, clinical expertise and strong relationships to help people living with MJD live well and achieve their goals.
Use your OT skills to make a genuine difference:
Specialist neurological practice – support people living with Machado-Joseph Disease and related conditions
Meaningful, culturally responsive work – partner with Aboriginal Community Workers, families and cultural advisors
Clinical variety and professional growth – combine therapy, assistive technology, NDIS, research and education
About the Role:
The MJD Foundation is seeking an experienced and passionate Occupational Therapist to join its dedicated Therapy Program in Darwin.
You’ll provide specialist occupational therapy to people living with Machado-Joseph Disease (MJD) and related conditions, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to support clients and families to achieve their goals and stay stronger for longer.
This is a unique opportunity to work within a strengths-based, evidence-informed and culturally responsive model of care, building enduring relationships with clients, families and Aboriginal Community Workers.
You’ll also have the opportunity to contribute to education, research and resource development, including occasional clinics supporting people living with MJD
Key Responsibilities:
Design, deliver and evaluate individual and group occupational therapy programs and assessments
Work collaboratively with clients, families, Aboriginal Community Workers and cultural advisors
Provide specialist advice and clinical justification for equipment and supports through the NDIS
Assess and prescribe assistive technology to support independence and quality of life
Support NDIS plan development and delivery
Build strong and enduring relationships with clients and their families
Contribute to research, education, training and resource development
Support continuous improvement of clinical services and health outcomes
Travel to remote communities by light aircraft and 4WD as required
About You:
You will be an experienced Occupational Therapist who is passionate about person-centred practice, neurological rehabilitation and making a meaningful difference in the lives of clients and families.
You will have:
Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy and current AHPRA registration
Minimum 3 years’ experience as a qualified therapist
Experience prescribing assistive technology, ideally including wheelchairs
Understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and cultures
A commitment to person, family-centred and cross-cultural practice
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Desirable:
Experience in neurological and/or rehabilitation settings
Knowledge of Machado-Joseph Disease and other spinocerebellar ataxias
Experience working within the NDIS
Knowledge of NT Government and/or NGO services
What You Need:
Ability to obtain and maintain an NDIS Worker Screening Clearance
Ability to obtain and maintain an NT Class C manual driver’s licence
Willingness to travel to remote communities
Willingness to comply with Government vaccination requirements
If you are interested in this opportunity, or give Rell a call on 08 8982 1047 to find out more.
