Aspect
Autism-specific service provider
OccupationalTherapist–EarlyCareers
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“Occupational Therapist – Early Careers at Aspect. Skills: Occupational Therapy, Community-based therapy services, Building independence, participation and quality of life. Supporting 3–4 participants per day in community settings. Working collaboratively with participants and their families/support networks”
Industry & Context.
Community-based role, Itinerant role
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy, AHPRA registration
Nice to Have
1–3 years’ experience, Interest in working with autistic people and neurodivergence, Willingness to work in community-based settings
What You'll Do.
Supporting 3–4 participants per day in community settings
Working collaboratively with participants and their families/support networks
functional skills that support everyday life
Developing strengths-based
person-centred support strategies
Working as part of a collaborative
multidisciplinary team
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Working collaboratively with autistic people and their families
Full Job Description
Start Your Career with Aspect Therapy: Make a Real Difference from Day One Are you an Early Career Occupational Therapist looking for meaningful work, strong clinical support and a clear pathway to grow your skills? We are currently seeking an Early Career Occupational Therapist to join our Hunter Region team in an itinerant/community-based role. In this position, you will support autistic children, adolescents and adults through community-based therapy services focused on building independence, participation and quality of life. At Aspect Therapy, you’ll be supported to build confidence in your practice while working collaboratively with autistic people and their families to develop practical, everyday skills that make a genuine difference. With a structured early careers program, dedicated supervision and strong mentoring, you’ll have everything you need to develop into a confident, capable clinician—while making a meaningful impact from day one. If you’re passionate about learning, evidence-informed practice and making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Salary & Benefits $81,000 – $120,000 per year FTE (inclusive of super) Plus additional benefits including: * Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay * Phone and laptop provided * Reimbursement of daily work-related kilometres travelled and tolls * Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance Early Careers Program & Support At Aspect, we know that starting your career is a big step—so we’ve built a program to support you every step of the way. You’ll benefit from: * A comprehensive induction program while you build your caseload * A structured early careers training pathway (first 12–18 months) * Regular clinical supervision and mentoring * Training in Positive Behaviour Support and autism-specific approaches * Ongoing monthly professional development sessions * A gradual, supported transition to managing your own caseload What You’ll Be Doing * Supporting 3–4 participants per d
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