Job Title: Occupational Therapist

Join Our Growing Team at Holstep Health!

• Fixed-term occupational therapy position (4 days up to full time available).

• Experienced Grade 1's encouraged to apply

• Locations: Bell Street Coburg primarily, other locations dependent on demand

• Work in a passionate and supportive team

• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression, with supervision from Grade 3 occupational therapist

• Excellent Salary Packaging Benefits

YOUR NEW ROLE:

Occupational Therapists funded under the Home and Community Care Program for Younger People (HACCPYP) program provide services to clients under the age of 65 (under 50 for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people), some of whom have a functional disability that risks a loss of independence. Being HACCPYP funded, the role aims to maximise clients' and carers' functional independence and their ability to participate fully in the community.

The role also has a particular focus on marginalized and disadvantaged communities.

This position interacts closely with the multi-disciplinary team and other service providers, both internally and externally. It also provides opportunities to provide group education sessions and be involved in developing innovative service delivery options to service our community. Roles may also include working to provide NDIS functional capacity assessments alongside the wider multi-disciplinary team.

YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

High quality individualized assessment and management of clients using a strengths-based approach - including home modifications, equipment prescription, fatigue and sleep management and other educational interventions

Assessments and interventions performed through home and community visiting and site-based avenues

Completion of relevant documentation (eg SWEP applications, housing advocacy, NDIS functional capacity assessments alongside our NDIS assessment team)

Participation in delivery of group education sessions

Participation in multidisciplinary care co-ordination, treatment planning and goal direct care planning for client care

Attendance and participation in regular clinical support meetings & quality project planning

Opportunity to be involved in OT student placement planning, supervision and feedback.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

Current Occupational Therapist registration with AHPRA.

Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy.

Minimum 2 years' experience working as an Occupational Therapist.

Encourage experienced Grade 1's to apply to work in a dynamic and well-supported community health environment passionate about providing values based healthcare to our clients.

Opportunity to work creatively and innovatively in a dynamic and supportive multi-disciplinary team.

Desirable: experience working in community health settings.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please review the attached position description. To apply, either submit your application via the platform or email your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience to jobs@holstephealth.org.au.

WHAT WE OFFER:

At Holstep Health, we embrace diversity, inclusion, and flexibility, encouraging you to bring your whole self to work. As part of our team, you'll be supported in your growth and professional development. We also offer:

• Generous salary packaging

• Flexible work arrangements

• Opportunities for additional leave

To learn more, visit our Work for Us page.

Please submit the following:

• A cover letter

• Your resume (including two recent referees)

• A response to the key selection criteria (outlined in the position description)

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 11/09/2025

At Holstep Health, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. No matter your background, religion, sexual orientation, age, or gender, we encourage all individuals to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our team.