Senior Occupational Therapist

Why This Role Matters
The Senior Occupational Therapist at Cerebral Palsy Alliance plays a vital role in supporting children and adults living with cerebral palsy and complex disabilities to achieve greater independence and participation in daily life. This role offers the opportunity to work within a highly experienced multidisciplinary team, delivering evidence-based, client-centered interventions across clinic and community settings.

Job Description
Cerebral Palsy Alliance is seeking a Full-Time Senior Occupational Therapist based in Port Macquarie & Mid North Coast NSW (Hybrid). The role involves managing a diverse caseload (predominantly 0–18 years), delivering specialist Occupational Therapy services, supporting assistive technology and seating needs, and collaborating with Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, and other allied health professionals in a well-resourced regional clinic.

Key Features of the Role
• Position: Senior Occupational Therapist
• Organization: Cerebral Palsy Alliance
• Location: Port Macquarie & Mid North Coast NSW (Hybrid)
• Employment Type: Full-Time (flexible options available)
• Salary Range: $90,000 – $140,000 incl. super (based on experience)
• Caseload: Majority paediatric (0–18 years) with complex disabilities

Responsibilities
• Provide Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention for clients with cerebral palsy and similar conditions
• Manage a diverse caseload including early intervention and complex disability
• Support seating, assistive technology, high-tech AAC, and environmental access needs
• Deliver therapy in clinic (approx. 70%) and community settings
• Participate in regional outreach services across Port Macquarie, Wauchope, Taree, Forster, Kempsey, and Coffs Harbour
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team (SP, OT, PT, EP)
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation
• Contribute to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development

Required Qualification
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current AHPRA Registration

Educational Requirement
• Degree in Occupational Therapy

Important Requirements
• Current AHPRA registration
• Valid driver’s licence
• Own or access to a vehicle
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the role
• Compliance with NDIS Worker Code of Conduct

Employment Options
• Full-Time position
• Flexible arrangements (part-time, compressed hours, negotiated start/finish times)
• Hybrid clinic and community-based work

What We Offer
• Competitive salary package ($90k–$140k incl. super)
• Professional development funding up to $20,000 in first year, $10,000 annually thereafter
• Relocation allowance up to $5,000 (T&Cs apply)
• Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits
• Discounted Fitness Passport membership
• Up to 3 additional leave days
• 12 weeks parental leave + 2 weeks partner leave
• Access to a registered training organisation and clinical educator support
• Clear career pathways including research, governance, specialisation, and leadership

Experience and Skills
• Senior-level Occupational Therapy experience
• Experience working with paediatric and/or complex disability caseloads
• Strong clinical reasoning and multidisciplinary collaboration skills
• Knowledge of assistive technology, custom seating, and early intervention
• Excellent communication and family engagement skills

Salary Insights
• $90,000 – $140,000 inclusive of superannuation (based on experience)
• Additional tax-free salary packaging options available

Company Overview
Cerebral Palsy Alliance (CPA) is a leading Australian disability services organisation and registered training organisation dedicated to supporting people with cerebral palsy and related conditions. CPA is committed to evidence-based practice, research, diversity, inclusion, and equitable opportunities for people of all backgrounds and abilities.

FAQs

1. Is this role only for senior clinicians?
   Senior experience is preferred, but all applications will be considered.

2. What age group will I work with?
   Primarily children and young people (0–18 years), with some broader disability caseload exposure.

3. Is community travel required?
   Yes, outreach services are provided across the Mid North Coast region.

4. Are relocation benefits available?
   Yes, up to $5,000 relocation allowance (T&Cs apply).

5. Is professional development supported?
   Yes, significant professional development funding and structured learning pathways are provided.

Application Tips
• Highlight experience with cerebral palsy or complex paediatric disability
• Emphasize assistive technology, AAC, and seating expertise
• Demonstrate multidisciplinary teamwork experience
• Include AHPRA registration and driver’s licence details
• Showcase commitment to evidence-based and family-centered practice