This is a unique chance to join us at an exciting time of growth, where you’ll not only support people with psychosocial disabilities to live meaningful and independent lives, but also help lay the foundations for a service that will expand and create leadership opportunities as we grow.

While primarily based at our Midland office, much of your work will be out in the community and in people’s homes, where it matters most. This role offers a salary of $114,000 per annum + Super, plus the added benefits of not-for-profit salary packaging. We welcome both part-time and full-time applicants. This role is offered as a 6-month fixed-term contract, with the potential to extend and transition to permanency.

About MIFWA

MIFWA is a leading community mental health organisation with over 30 years’ experience walking alongside people with lived and living experience, their families and communities. We’ve always been grounded in values of hope, humanity and compassion, delivering recovery-oriented and community-based supports that make a genuine difference.

Now, we’re expanding our impact by introducing dedicated clinical services that complement our peer-led and community programs. This is an exciting next chapter for MIFWA, blending our strong community foundations with new professional disciplines to provide holistic, person-centred mental health support.

About the Role

As our first dedicated Mental Health OT Specialist, you’ll play a vital role in supporting participants to achieve their goals, enhance daily functioning, and build capacity for community participation. You’ll deliver person-centred, recovery-oriented services that align with NDIS plans and outcomes, while contributing to the development of a new service stream at MIFWA.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct functional capacity assessments and develop goal-driven therapy plans

Deliver therapeutic interventions focused on emotional regulation, life skills, and community engagement

Prepare high-quality reports to support NDIS funding requests and plan reviews

Collaborate with participants, families, support coordinators, Recovery Coaches and other providers

Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to continuous service improvement

Build relationships with internal and external stake holders

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a motivated and capable Occupational Therapist who is ready to step into a pioneering role and help shape the future of mental health OT services at MIFWA. To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

A degree in Occupational Therapy and current registration with AHPRA

At least three years’ experience as a practicing Occupational Therapist, ideally with a focus on mental health or psychosocial disability

Demonstrated experience working with NDIS participants, particularly those with psychosocial disabilities

A strong understanding of the NDIS framework, including functional assessments, goal setting, and capacity building

Commitment to trauma-informed, strengths-based, and recovery-oriented practice

Excellent communication, time management, and report-writing skills

The ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Emerging or existing leadership capabilities, with the potential to support and mentor others as our OT service grows

What We Offer

At MIFWA, you’ll be joining a values-driven organisation where your work makes a genuine difference in people’s lives. We provide:

Flexible working arrangements across office, home, and community settings

A supportive, inclusive team culture where you’ll feel valued and connected 😊

Ongoing supervision, professional development, and opportunities to grow your expertise

Paid external supervision and full coverage of AHPRA registration fees

Access to generous not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 to increase your take-home pay

Reimbursement for work-related travel

The chance to shape and influence innovative mental health services within the NDIS framework, with scope for future leadership opportunities

Ready to make a real impact?

We’d love to hear from you. Please apply by sending your CV and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and why you believe you’d be a great fit. Only those who submit a cover letter will be considered.

For any enquiries, contact [email protected] . Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and we reserve the right to close the advertisement early if the position is filled.

MIFWA is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from people with lived experience of mental health challenges, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disability.