Senior Occupational Therapist

At Hearth, we’re driven by a simple but powerful purpose: to support people with disability to live their best lives, with services built on genuine understanding, high-quality care, and a commitment to long-term, sustainable support. To meet the growth in demand for Allied Health Services arising from our One Hearth model, we are hiring an experienced Occupational Therapist. Joining Hearth means becoming part of a purpose-led organization that values compassion, professionalism, continuous learning, and real collaboration. Founded in 2017, Hearth has grown into a registered and audited NDIS provider delivering Support Work, Allied Health, Positive Behaviour Support, and Supported Independent Living across metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria.

Responsibilities

Manage a varied caseload, including complex clients; Oversee complex assessments (AT, home mods, SIL, FCA); Lead complex cases to ensure strong clinical outcomes; Support clients to achieve meaningful long-term home and living goals; Collaborate with Speech Pathology, Physiotherapy, and PBS colleagues; Provide supervision and mentoring for early career OTs; Support quality practice and continuous improvement; Contribute your expertise to broader team and organisational projects

Requirements

Bachelor or Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy + current AHPRA registration; Experience with adult clients with physical disabilities (eg CP, MD, Stroke, ABI, MS, MND, Parkinson's); Strong clinical, leadership, and mentoring skill; Strong communication and relationship-building skills; A team player who works well in a multidisciplinary environment; A positive, proactive attitude and commitment to ongoing learning

Nice to have

Experience in the disability/community settings (preferred)

Benefits

A team that values collaboration, support, and growth; Flexibility to balance work, life, and what’s important to you; Ongoing professional development and supervision; Bright and fresh offices with free parking and proximity to Gardiner Train station