Occupational Therapist

Aspect (Autism Spectrum Australia) is one of the largest autism-specific service providers in Australia and operates one of the world’s largest autism-specific school programs.

As a not-for-profit organisation, we partner with Autistic people of all ages and their families to deliver evidence-informed, person-centred and strengths-based supports.

At Aspect, we recognise a different brilliant®—celebrating the strengths, interests and aspirations of Autistic people and working to build meaningful, everyday outcomes that matter.

Salary: $81.7K – $121K inc super (FTE)
Perks: Phone + laptop + km reimbursement + tolls + salary packaging + professional development
Employment: Permanent, Full-Time
Location: Illawarra region

We’re looking for a passionate Occupational Therapist to join our Illawarra 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 settings
• Develop practical, goal-focused intervention plans
• Work collaboratively with families, carers, and support networks
• Build strategies that are strengths-based, functional, and meaningful
• Support participants to develop independence and everyday life skills
• Work both autonomously in the community and as part of a highly supportive team

What you bring:

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Full AHPRA registration
• Current 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 
• International police check (if required)

Click here to view the position profile.

What we offer

• Competitive salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
• Structured induction and tailored graduate support program
• Strong clinical supervision and ongoing mentoring
• Permanent role with stable caseload development
• Paid parental leave and generous personal/carer’s leave
• Ongoing internal and external professional development opportunities
• PBS training and specialised autism practice development
• Annual National Conference for learning and networking
• Reward and recognition program
• Fitness Passport discounted gym membership
• Employee 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 email
• Recruitment agencies are not being considered for this role
• Applications may be reviewed and progressed prior to any closing date
• Successful candidates will be asked to provide statements of service for remuneration purposes

Enquiries: Judy Zhao, Speech Pathologist / Operational Leader - [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