Real variety in your caseload every day & Supportive, close-knit team
Strong learning environment with opportunities to grow your skills
Competitive salary aligned with experience and clinical expertise
About Us:
Active Occupational Therapy is a small, dedicated team based in Darwin, providing high-quality, compassionate care to adults across the Northern Territory.
We’re passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives through practical, evidence-based therapy and personalised support. Our team is supportive, collaborative, and committed to professional growth. Our clients reflect the rich cultural diversity of the NT, making every day different and rewarding.
The Opportunity:
We’re looking for a new graduate or early career Occupational Therapist (0–2 years experience) who’s keen to build strong skills in aged care and healthy ageing.
You’ll work with clients receiving Home Care Packages, Transitional Care, and Restorative Care Programs, helping them stay independent and live safely at home for longer.
This is a hands-on community role where you’ll support people to overcome daily challenges through practical interventions, equipment prescription, and home modifications.
You’ll also build your own caseload and grow referral relationships as you develop your career.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Supporting clients to stay independent at home
Completing assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes
Prescribing assistive technology and recommending home modifications
Supporting cognitive, physical, and functional changes associated with ageing
Educating clients, families, and carers with practical strategies
Working closely with other health professionals and support networks
Managing a growing community caseload
What We’re Looking For:
Degree in Occupational Therapy (Bachelor or Master)
AHPRA registration (or eligibility)
Interest in aged care, healthy ageing, and community-based practice
Strong communication and rapport-building skills
Highly organised, adaptable, and comfortable managing your own workload
Passion for working with culturally diverse communities
A team player who also works well independently
Experience or interest in assistive technology and home modifications
You’ll Need:
Driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
Police Clearance, NDIS Worker Screening, Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
Relevant vaccinations (or willingness to obtain)
Australian working rights
If you are interested in this opportunity, or give Rell a call on 08 8982 1047 to find out more.
