Life-Changing Work in Arnhem Land: Senior Occupational Therapist

Location: East Arnhem Land, Northern Territory, Australia

About Us

Born from a love of Arnhem Land, our mission began with a simple belief: no one should have to leave their family and community to access therapy.

Our multidisciplinary team of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Speech Pathologists fly together to the most remote corners of East Arnhem Land, delivering culturally responsive, practical, and life-changing care.

We work alongside families, local services and community leaders to help each person live as independently and meaningfully as possible.

The Role

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist with a strong background in paediatrics, who is confident, adaptable and motivated by purpose driven work. This role offers a unique balance of autonomy, adventure and impact. You will travel by road and small aircraft to homelands and remote indigenous communities, delivering services that genuinely matter.

This is not a clinic-based role. It is hands on, community-embedded practice in one of Australia’s most extraordinary regions.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive functional assessments across home, school and community settings.

Understand and respond to the cultural, physical and emotional needs of clients, particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Deliver culturally respectful and responsive care in remote Indigenous communities.

Develop practical, goal-directed intervention plans to enhance independence in daily living, participation and self-care.

Provide capacity-building interventions targeting cognition, executive functioning, sensory processing, motor planning and daily living skills.

Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team and participate in case conferencing and service planning.

Work autonomously in remote settings while maintaining professional standards.

Prepare high-quality clinical reports, funding justifications and documentation aligned with NDIS expectations.

Salary + Superannuation (Full-time, HP Level 2.1 – 2.4 )

$110,335 – $121,633 + Superannuation (Pending level and experience)

What We Offer

Four-day work week and five weeks annual leave

$5,000 sign-on bonus

Heavily subsidised accommodation ($200 per week)

5 weeks annual leave

Relocation assistance up to $10,000 (via NTPHN)

Access to fleet vehicles for client visits

1 week paid professional development leave

Paid birthday leave

4 weeks paid parental leave

Access to additional NTPHN Scholarships & Bursaries (up to $20,000)

Well being Package

Free 24/7 gym membership

Free Reformer Pilates Classes

Free Physiotherapy

Free Massage

Complimentary EAP for you and your immediate family

Who We're Looking For

Australian citizen or permanent resident

Current AHPRA registration (Occupational Therapy) — mandatory

Minimum 2 years NDIS experience

Confident working autonomously as an NDIS OT

Comfortable completing complex assessments and funding reports

Adaptable, resourceful and calm in remote environments

Passionate about culturally respectful practice

Strong communicator who builds long-term relationships

Grounded, dependable team member

Seeking meaningful work — not just a job

Why Arnhem Land?

Work in some of Australia’s most untouched and beautiful locations.

Enjoy a simpler lifestyle — just a five-minute drive to work.

Deliver outreach services to communities that deeply value your work.

Experience genuine work-life balance with flexible arrangements.

Immerse yourself in Yolŋu culture and contribute to meaningful change.

How to Apply

If you want to provide exceptional care and support to those who need it most, we would love to hear from you.

Email: ••••@arnhemhealth.com.au

Phone: (08) •••• •727 — ask for Sam or Sarah

Visit: www.arnhemhealth.com.au

This role is open to Australian citizens and permanent residents. AHPRA registration and a minimum of 2 years NDIS experience are mandatory requirements.