Occupational Therapist

The opportunity

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of your clients? Do you thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment where you can build meaningful, long-term relationships and see the lasting impact of your work?

We’re looking for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our close-knit, experienced and multidisciplinary team in the Woodrising area near beautiful Lake Macquarie. You’ll be working with clients aged 0-65 with a focus on supporting adult clients in the NDIS space who have a variety of diagnoses and abilities, helping them achieve independence and enhance their quality of life.

Why Join Us?

• Work Life Balance: Newcastle Anglican places people at the centre of our work. As a part of a faith-based organisation, you have access to the following great benefits
• • Hybrid work available and option to work a 9-day fortnight to support your work/life balance
  • Self scheduling- ownership of your own calendar
  • Up to 40% discount on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools
  • Salary packaging options on mortgage, rent, lease vehicles, entertainment and more. 
  • Discounted private health insurance through Medibank
  • Career and development opportunities – we want you to flourish!
  • Study Leave considered for relevant courses through RTO
  • Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport Program
  • Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program
  • 14 weeks paid parental leave or 3 weeks paid partner leave

• Long-Term Client Relationships: Our amazing clients are with us for months, often years, allowing you to build strong connections and truly see the results of your work by celebrating their achievements.
• Variety and Flexibility: You’ll have the opportunity to work with clients across various settings – at home, in our spacious and dynamic clinic, and in the community – making each day unique and rewarding.
• A Supportive Team: You’ll be part of a small, close-knit team of three Occupational Therapist and two therapy assistants, offering a collaborative environment and regular supervision to ensure your professional growth. You'll also have access to experienced pediatric Occupational Therapist for guidance when working with younger clients.
• Multidisciplinary Approach: Work in a dynamic team of Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Psychologists, Behaviour Support Practitioners and Counsellors.
• Convenient Locations: We operate out of several locations with plenty of free onsite parking at all our sites:

What We’re Looking For:

• Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy
• Membership with AHPRA as a registered Occupational Therapist
• Minimum of 1 year experience providing Occupational Therapy services to adults (NDIS experience is a plus) and the motivation to work with children and young people.
• Reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance
• Drivers licence
• Demonstrated experience prioritising workloads and managing clients with complex needs.
• Commitment to Continuing Professional Development, Evidenced Based Practice, and measuring clinical outcomes.
• Ability to work as a collaboratively member of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Knowledge of confidentiality principles and WHS responsibilities.
• A National Police Clearance, Working With Children/Working with Vulnerable People Check & NDIS Worker Screening Clearance or able to get one for a client facing role (or willingness to obtain one before commencement)

Desirable

• Knowledge of diverse cultures and community needs
• Experience in facilitating training and education to clients, support networks, service providers and/or the community.
• Demonstrated experience of developing and maintaining partnerships with internal and external stakeholders

If you're looking for a role that offers variety, strong professional support, and the opportunity to truly make a difference in your clients’ lives, we’d love to hear from you!

Who we are? 

Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast. 

We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans. 

Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus. 

We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications. 

We welcome any questions regarding the role, please contact Meg at  careers@newcastleanglican.org.au  for a confidential conversation or to request a copy of the position description. 

For more information visit www.newcastleanglican.org.au 

Samaritans promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and young people. 

You must have the right to live and work in Australia.

No third party applications please.