About us

Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation providing disability and therapy services for children, adolescents and adults in the Northern Territory. We deliver innovative and flexible services to empower people to thrive and live a great life, and we are committed to a philosophy that respects the rights of individuals to make informed choices about their lives.

About the role

You will deliver Therapy Services utilising a person-centred approach that promotes choice and control to participants in relation to their NDIS goals.

The ideal candidate

A role in Alice Springs might be the right fit for you if you:

• Have experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• Are passionate about regional and remote health outcomes, and supporting people with disability
• Seek a diverse caseload, supporting participants across the lifespan
• Enjoy working collaboratively and developing strong stakeholder relationships
• Are values-driven, self-motivated and organised
• Are flexible, adaptable, and have an adventurous spirit
• Love exploring, camping, hiking and trying new things!

We provide a positive work environment that encourages and promotes work/life balance, a sense of humour and having fun. In this role you will work with an awesome team whilst supporting Territorians with disabilities to live their best life.

We value our teams, and our employees enjoy a range of benefits including:

• Competitive salary
• Salary packaging available (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional salary)
• Additional remote area salary packaging benefits
• 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
• $1,500 professional development allowance per year
• Relocation assistance available for interstate candidates
• Comprehensive induction program and shadowing of all disciplines
• Flexible work arrangements
• 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
• Opportunity to be part of our remote clinical team and deliver services across remote NT communities
• 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!

To express your interest in this exciting role, please submit your resume and a one-page overview of your experience by clicking 'apply' below.

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 of all abilities, the LGBTQ+ community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Contacts and further information

For further information about this exciting opportunity, please review role profile: https://carpentaria.org.au/wp-content/uploads/Clinician-Recruitment-Pack-ALICE-SPRINGS.pdf

You are also welcome to contact Kirrily Freson, Director People & Learning on 0438 718 423 or [email protected]

Further information about Carpentaria is available at carpentaria.org.au.