Job Advertisement Summary: Occupational Therapist – Assad Care NT (ACNT)

Position Title: Occupational Therapist

Employment Type: Permanent Part-time—3 days

Location: Darwin, NT

Salary: Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award

(SCHADS)

Level 4.1

Closing date 03/11/2025

About Us

ASSAD Care is on a mission to transform lives. We empower vulnerable communities by delivering exceptional care, specialised services, education support, and life-enriching activities. We are a dedicated NDIS provider empowering individuals to achieve independence, build capacity, and live meaningful lives through holistic and evidence-based care. Assad Care Services has been recognised with a Global Recognition Award for exceptional achievements in disability support services and community impact across Australia in 2024 and 2025.

The Role

We are seeking a passionate and committed Occupational Therapist to join our team. In this role, you will deliver client-centred therapy across home, community, and clinic settings. You will conduct functional assessments, develop tailored therapy plans, and provide interventions to support daily living, mobility, sensory regulation, equipment prescription, and home modifications.

You will collaborate with clients, families, support coordinators, and other allied health professionals to ensure holistic, integrated outcomes. This position is offered as a permanent part-time role, three days per week.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive functional capacity assessments and prepare high-quality reports in line with NDIS requirements.

Deliver therapeutic interventions across activities of daily living, community access, assistive technology, and environmental modifications.

Develop and implement personalised support plans in consultation with participants and their support networks.

Provide training and support to families, carers, and support workers.

Maintain accurate and confidential client records.

Uphold the NDIS Practice Standards, Assad Care Code of Conduct and the Code of Conduct for Occupational Therapists.

Adhere to Assad Care organisational policies at all times.

What We Are Looking For

Bachelor in Occupational Therapy.

Current AHPRA registration.

Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Minimum 2 years’ experience supporting individuals with disability, psychosocial needs, or age-related health conditions.

Strong clinical reasoning and report writing skills.

Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Cultural competency and commitment to inclusive practice.

Mandatory Requirements

Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.

National Police Clearance (within last 12 months).

Working with Children Check (Ochre Card).

Current First Aid and CPR Certificate

Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module.

Why Join Us?

We are a supportive organisation that values our people—clients and staff alike—and we take the time to listen and care.

Supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team.

Opportunities for professional development and clinical supervision.

Rewarding work making a genuine difference in the lives of clients.

How to Apply
If you are passionate about empowering people to achieve their goals and thrive, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit the following to [email protected]:

Cover Letter—Include why you are interested in working with people with disabilities and other vulnerable groups and any working examples you have.

Resume—clearly outlining your relevant skills and experience.

Copies of Mandatory Documents

AHPRA Registration (Occupational Therapist)

NDIS Worker Screening Check or proof of application

Working with Children Check (Ochre card)

Police Clearance

Current First Aid and CPR Certificate

4. Referees—Provide two referees (names and contact numbers) that you have reported to.