Occupational Therapist
- Caulfield South, VIC, Australia, 3162
- Fixed Term - Time Specific
- Closing on: May 22 2026
Occupational Therapist – Grade 2
NDIS Provider Service | Progressive Neurological Diseases
0.6 FTE (24 hours per week) | Fixed-term parental leave cover (12 months)
Location: Caulfield South, VIC
Calvary Health Care Bethlehem is seeking an experienced Grade 2 Occupational Therapist to join our NDIS Provider Service on a 12‑month fixed-term, part‑time basis, covering parental leave from 15 June 2026 to 15 June 2027.
This is a unique opportunity to work within a highly specialised multidisciplinary service supporting people living with progressive neurological diseases, including Motor Neurone Disease, Huntington’s Disease and atypical Parkinson’s disorders.
Why this role?
- Work within a specialist NDIS provider service aligned to the Statewide Progressive Neurological Diseases Service- work in a NDIS stream in a public health service
- Support participants with complex, rapidly changing needs in the community
- Strong multidisciplinary team including OT, Physiotherapy, Speech Pathology, Dietetics and Neuropsychology
- Supervision from a senior OT plus access to extensive professional development
- Hybrid work arrangements
- Laptop, mobile phone and access to fleet vehicles provided
- Generous public health leave entitlements under the relevant EBA- 5 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
- Salary packaging, free parking, access to public transport
- Based at a brand‑new, purpose‑built facility in the Calvary Kooyong precinct
About the service
Calvary Health Care Bethlehem is an industry leader in multidisciplinary palliative and progressive neurological care, delivering services across inpatient, outpatient and community settings.
The NDIS Provider Service is a registered provider of:
- Therapeutic supports
- Assistive Technology and Home Enteral Nutrition (HEN)
- Specialist Behaviour Support
Participants are supported primarily within the Melbourne metropolitan region.
About the role
As a Grade 2 Occupational Therapist, you will manage a caseload of participants with progressive neurological diseases, supporting them to live in line with their values, preferences and goals.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing a community-based caseload of participants with complex needs
- Completing home and community visits with participants, families, carers and support workers
- Assessment and prescription of Assistive Technology (basic, complex and customised) and home modifications
- Advocacy and report writing to support NDIS funding requests and reviews
- Liaison with stakeholders including support coordinators, internal and external clinicians
- Accurate time tracking, billing, documentation and participation in team meetings
About you
You are an established Grade 2 Occupational Therapist seeking a meaningful and clinically challenging role.
You will bring:
- Experience working in the NDIS and/or community settings
- Interest in working with people living with progressive neurological and life‑limiting conditions
- Strong written communication and clinical report writing skills
- Excellent organisation and time management skills
- Ability to work both autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team
- Confidence with home visiting and community-based service delivery
Essential requirements:
- AHPRA registration and recognised Occupational Therapy qualification
- Full Australian driver licence and willingness to travel daily
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Understanding of the NDIS funding framework
This role is best suited to an experienced Grade 2 clinician and is not suitable for new graduates or early career OTs.
Why work for Calvary?
At Calvary, our staff matter.
With over 130 years’ experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive, values‑based culture where you are supported to do meaningful work.
Benefits include:
- Not‑for‑profit salary packaging
- Discounted health insurance and gym memberships
- Paid parental leave
- Professional development and career pathways
- Flexible working arrangements where operationally suitable
How to apply
Applications must be submitted via the Calvary Careers Portal and include a cover letter and CV. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted.
Early recruitment may occur prior to the advertised closing date.
For further information, please contact:
Stephanie Williams – Allied Health Manager
📧 Stephanie.Williams@calvarycare.org.au
Why work for Calvary?
- NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships
- Paid parental leave
- Training, development pathways and career opportunities
- Flexible hours that make sense for you
- As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role
- You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role including COVID-19, influenza, tuberculosis screening, hepatitis, diphtheria, tetanus, varicella
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