About this role
Salary: $81.7K – $121K inc super (FTE)
Perks: Phone + laptop + km reimbursement + tolls + salary packaging + professional development
Employment: Permanent, part-time, 2 or 3 days per week
We’re looking for a passionate Occupational Therapist to join our Adelaide team and make a genuine impact in the lives of Autistic children, young people and adults.
This is a varied, community-based role where no two days look the same. You’ll manage your own caseload while being supported by a strong, collaborative clinical team.
You’ll work directly with participants in their everyday environments—home, school, or community—helping them build practical skills, independence, and confidence in line with their goals.
At Aspect, we understand that once you’ve met one Autistic person, you’ve met one Autistic person. This role offers real clinical diversity, creativity, and the opportunity to tailor supports to each individual.
What your day will look like
You will:
Deliver therapy supports to 3 - 4 participants per day in community settingsDevelop practical, goal-focused intervention plansWork collaboratively with families, carers, and support networksBuild strategies that are strengths-based, functional, and meaningfulSupport participants to develop independence and everyday life skillsWork both autonomously in the community and as part of a highly supportive team What you bring:
Tertiary qualification in Occupational TherapyFull AHPRA registrationCurrent driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle (km and tolls reimbursed)NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)Working With Children Check (state-based)Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module – Quality, Safety and You, click here to access Current RRHAN-EC certification (South Australia) or willingness to obtain (where required)International police check (if required) to view the position profile.
What we offer
Competitive salary packaging options to increase take-home payStructured induction and tailored graduate support programStrong clinical supervision and ongoing mentoringPermanent role with stable caseload developmentPaid parental leave and generous personal/carer’s leaveOngoing internal and external professional development opportunitiesPBS training and specialised autism practice developmentAnnual National Conference for learning and networkingReward and recognition programFitness Passport discounted gym membershipEmployee discount platform (Beny)Why join us
You’ll be part of a purpose-led organisation where your work directly contributes to meaningful, everyday change for Autistic people and their families. You’ll have autonomy in your day, strong team support behind you, and the opportunity to grow your clinical career in a highly specialised field.
How to apply
Click the “I’m Interested” button and submit your resume along with the candidate questionnaire. A cover letter is optional.
Please note:
CVs are not accepted via emailRecruitment agencies are not being considered for this roleApplications may be reviewed and progressed prior to any closing dateSuccessful candidates will be asked to provide statements of service for remuneration purposesEnquiries: Tracy Harington Hawes, Educator, Acting Operational Leader Aspect Therapy, [email protected]
Aspect is committed to building an inclusive workforce and strongly encourages applications from Autistic people, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We are happy to make adjustments throughout the recruitment process to support individual needs.
Learn more: www.autismspectrum.org.au