Senior Occupational Therapist - Northern Suburbs (Perth)

Senior Occupational Therapist
- Northern Suburbs Posted: 21/05/2026 Closing Date: 19/06/2026 Job Type: Permanent Full-Time Location: Northern Suburbs & Joondalup Perth WA Job Category: Community Services and Development,Healthcare & Medical A little about us: EverAbility Group have a long and proud history of providing services for people with disability across Western Australia and Tasmania. We are a purpose-driven organisation championing independence, inclusion and empowerment for people with low or no vision, disability and developmental needs across Western Australia and Tasmania. EverAbility Group’s nearly 200 staff and over 500 volunteers support a growing group of diverse services which includes: VisAbility
- our specialised service supporting people with low or no vision. Guide Dogs WA and Guide Dogs Tasmania – our iconic service raising and training life changing assistance dogs. Kites Children’s Therapy – our early intervention support, advice and solutions service transforming the lives of children and their families living with disability or developmental challenges. Key responsibilities: In this role, you will deliver person-centred occupational therapy services, helping clients build functional independence and access the right supports for their needs.
- Contribute to an integrated and seamless service model that reflects best practice in individualised, person-centred therapy delivery.
- Monitor and evaluate services and supports to ensure they align with VisAbility’s policies, procedures, standards and contractual obligations.
- Undertake clinical assessments of functional independence and develop, implement, manage and review tailored therapy programs and services.
- Prescribe and recommend specialised assistive technology, equipment and aids to support client outcomes, where appropriate.
- Maintain timely and accurate records, assessments, case plans and service documentation within the Client Management System.
- Report any issues affecting service delivery to the Program Manager in a timely manner.
- Actively use VisAbility’s Process Mapping System for continuous improvement by providing input, feedback and suggestions.
- Support the broader occupational therapy profession through student coaching and mentoring.
- Provide clinical supervision as directed.
- Undertake other duties as required by the Manager. Desired Skills and Experience What you’ll bring
- Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
- Current AHPRA registration
- At least four years’ professional experience in Occupational Therapy within the disability, community or health sectors
- Sound knowledge of current legislation, standards, policies and contemporary practice in disability and aged community care at both state and national levels.
- A genuine commitment to person-centred practice, with the ability to translate this approach into meaningful client outcomes.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with clients, families, colleagues and stakeholders.
- Excellent written, verbal and analytical communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and complex submissions.
- Confidence in using a range of communication strategies and tools to support client engagement and service delivery
- An innovative, solutions-focused approach to service delivery and continuous improvement
- A sound understanding of the disability and community sectors, particularly in consumer-directed care in disability and aged care
- The ability to travel to client appointments and other locations as required in a timely manner Bonus points if you also have
- Experience supporting people with disability, vision impairment and/or acquired brain injury
- An understanding of funding models, particularly the NDIS and My Aged Care.
- Demonstrated experience recommending and prescribing assistive technology, equipment and aids Benefits You’ll Enjoy:

In return, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including:
- Up to 3 days additional paid leave during year-end holiday season!
- Salary packaging, an chance to increase your take-home pay!
- 17.5% annual leave loading,where applicable
- Free parking and easy public transport access
- Stay active with free on-site gym facilities.
- Thrive in a culturethat values flexibility and supports work–life balance
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Employee Assistance Program How to apply? Apply Now! and let’s chat about what life at EverAbility Group could look like for you. Applications close at 4:00 PM on Friday, 19 June 2026. (We may interview early, so please apply as soon as you can.) For further information contact Kirsty McAulay- Senior Program Manager, Independent Living Services at We encourage people with disability and of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background to apply. Everyone is welcome, as we are an inclusive and diverse workplace #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rrpcd