Occupational Therapist/ Senior Occupational Therapist - Equipt To Thrive
Equipt To Thrive is a close-knit Allied Health team based in Mawson Lakes. Our team includes Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Therapy Assistants who work together to support individuals with a wide range of needs and complexities.
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist/ Senior Occupational Therapist to join our team, not just to take on a caseload, but to be part of a service that genuinely values quality, connection and doing things properly.
We support NDIS participants aged 16+ across a range of presentations, and many of our clients have been with us long-term. This means you are not stepping into a high turnover caseload. Instead, you will be building meaningful, ongoing relationships where your input makes a real difference over time.
Why join us?
We know most therapists are not just looking for a job. They are looking for the right environment. We are a team that genuinely supports each other, not just on paper but in day-to-day practice. At Equipt To Thrive, we focus on:
- Feeling supported -with real-time access to senior clinicians when you need it
- Being heard - where your clinical reasoning and ideas are valued, including CPD and skill development ideas
- Quality over quantity - with time to complete reports properly and senior team who reviews and provides clinical feedback
- Work life balance - with flexibility to manage work alongside your personal life
- The ability to leave work at work - supported by strong systems and team support
About the Role
- Flexible hours available; starting as a part-time position, with potential for full-time for the right fit person
- Competitive hourly rate of $55–$60 per hour + super, depending on experience and clinical level. All hours worked are paid at the same hourly rate, including participant sessions, report writing, meetings and other non-billable activities.
- Flexible working arrangements (home, community and clinic/ office-based)
- Variety of caseload across neurodevelopmental, physical and psychosocial presentations
- You’ll be involved in a varied scope of work, including: individual therapy, functional Capacity Assessments and Specialist Disability Accommodation Assessments, Assistive Technology (low, mid and high cost), Home modifications, Sensory assessments, Manual handling assessments and Case conferencing/ multidisciplinary collaboration
What We Offer
- Structured induction and onboarding program with no pressure to “rush” into full caseloads
- Consistent hourly rate across billable and non-billable work
- Travel time paid at normal hourly rate
- Ongoing clinical supervision and support from a senior team
- Strong internal quality review processes for reports and assessments to ensure high quality work for our participants
- Generous CPD budget, including paid time to attend training
- A purpose-fit clinic with therapy rooms and office spaces in Mawson Lakes – including dual screens, ergonomic chairs and desks
- A genuinely supportive team environment
- Own work laptop and phone for each therapist/ staff member
Opportunities for Variety
Our team also works across our sister business, Safe Work Practice. For therapists interested in diversifying their skillset, this offers a great balance beyond traditional NDIS work. This provides opportunities to branch into:
- Hazardous manual task training
- Ergonomic assessments
- Workplace-based services across aged care, hospitals and corporate settings
What We’re Looking For
- Qualified Occupational Therapist with current AHPRA registration
- Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills
- Someone who values quality, collaboration and client outcomes
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
If you’re looking for a role where you can do meaningful work, feel supported, and be part of a great team, we’d love to hear from you. Feel free to reach out or send through your CV to [email protected]
Pay: $55.00 – $60.00 per hour
Education:
- Bachelor Degree (Preferred)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Full Driver Licence (Required)
- AHPRA registration (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mawson Lakes SA
