About us

Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation with a proud 50-year history of providing disability and therapy services for children, adolescents and adults across the Northern Territory. We deliver innovative and flexible services and are committed to a person-centred philosophy that empowers people to thrive and live a great life.

Our Therapy Services team support participants in Darwin and Alice Springs and regularly travel to rural and remote communities including Maningrida, Milingimbi, Ramingining, Galiwin’ku, Katherine, Barunga, Beswick, Kintore, and Papunya.

About the opportunity

A unique opportunity to join a multi-disciplinary team, developing and delivering a new model of Allied Health services in Maningrida.

Competitive salary $79,057 - $143,611 + 12% super + not-for-profit salary packaging benefits (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional salary) + 5 weeks annual leave + paid travel and accommodation + relocation assistance available.

Role purpose

Carpentaria is standing up a unique, community-focused, multi-disciplinary Allied Health service in Maningrida, located in the heart of Arnhem Land. We’re searching for passionate and experienced clinicians who want to be part of the development and delivery of this pilot program, paving the way for the future of remote Allied Health service delivery.

You’ll be experienced in working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people or committed to improving the health and wellbeing outcomes of people living in remote communities across the Top End. You’ll be a flexible, adaptable person, seeking adventure and an opportunity to collaborate with other clinicians, stakeholders, and the community of Maningrida.

How to apply

The role profile can be viewed here: https://carpentaria.org.au/wp-content/uploads/PD-Rural-and-Remote-Occupational-Therapist.pdf

For more information on this exciting opportunity please review the Remote Clinician Recruitment pack here: https://carpentaria.org.au/wp-content/uploads/Remote-Clinician-Recruitment-Pack-July-2025-1.pdf

To express your interest in this exciting opportunity, 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.

For further information, a full position description, or a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Kirrily Freson, Director People & Learning via email [email protected] or phone 0438 718 423.

We look forward to welcoming you to the team!

Interviews will be scheduled as suitable applications are received. You are encouraged to submit your application early.

Please note that we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies for this role.