Senior Occupational Therapist - Alice Springs $130K-160K total remuneration and benefits package
Salary: $110,873 - $124,173 commensurate with experience + super + salary packaging benefits (equivalent of up to $6400 extra salary) + remote area benefits
Relocation and retention package allowance: up to $12,000 for relocation, accommodation and wellness support
Employment status: Full time or part time positions available, with flexible working arrangements
Location: Alice Springs, Northern Territory
Diverse caseload: NDIS participants, paediatric and adult caseloads available, clinic and community settings
About us
Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation with a 50-year history of providing disability and therapy services for children, adolescents and adults in the Northern Territory. Our multi-disciplinary team includes Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists and Allied Health Assistants.
The benefits of working with us
We provide a positive work environment that encourages and promotes work/life balance, a sense of humour and having fun. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to progress your career in the disability field, with opportunities for ongoing clinical support, supervision, leadership and professional development.
Our employees enjoy a range of benefits including:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience Generous salary packaging options to increase your take home pay (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional salary) plus additional remote area benefits 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading Relocation and retention package available, up to $12,000 $1,500 professional development allowance per year Comprehensive induction program and cultural awareness training Latest technology including iPad, laptop, sit-stand dual screen workstation, and high quality therapy assessment resources Access to internal professional development mentoring and resources (including case meetings, team projects, specialist interest groups) Support to access PHN Professional Development grants Access to employee discounts and wellness benefits Access to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it! About you
You're looking for a new adventure and an opportunity to diversify your clinical experience and take on a senior role in a growing team. You enjoy a relaxed, outdoor lifestyle, and value a collaborative workplace where you can truly make a difference.
You will be able to demonstrate:
Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and current certification Experience within a disability sector context, working with people with complex needs and challenging behaviours A positive attitude and ability to work collaboratively Well-developed interpersonal, communication, negotiation and influencing skills Experience in implementing evidence-based frameworks and delivering holistic supports You will also need to hold (or have the ability to obtain) a current Ochre Card, Criminal History Check, NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, First Aid certificate, evidence of Australian work rights, and an NT Drivers Licence.
How to apply
The position description and a full overview of the financial and professional benefits of working at Carpentaria can be viewed here: carpentaria.org.au/allied-health-therapy-services
To apply, please submit your resume and a one-page cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you think you will be a great fit for our team.
We are committed to creating a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity and fairness and is safe, inclusive, and collaborative. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disability, the LGBTQIA+ community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
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