Occupational Therapist

Are you a motivated Occupational Therapist looking to make a real difference in your community? This is an exciting opportunity to use your skills to enhance the independence, health and wellbeing of older Australians – while enjoying flexibility, support, and a great team environment.

BaptistCare is one of Australia’s largest home care providers and a leader in service quality and innovation. We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our growing team in the Northern Suburbs – Brunswick, Coburg and Fawkner.

You will deliver evidence-based occupational therapy assessments and interventions to clients under aged care funding programs, with a focus on reablement and restorative care. Your work will support older people to maintain or regain independence, mobility, and confidence, enabling them to continue living safely at home.

You’ll be joining an established and supportive group of health professionals who share a passion for helping older Australians live well. We empower clients to maintain their independence and enjoy the best possible quality of life at home, surrounded by the people, community, and memories that matter most. Together, we create a supportive environment where every client feels valued, respected, and genuinely cared for each day.

• Degree in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration
• Demonstrated ability to assess and deliver individualised occupational therapy programs for aged care clients in a community setting
• Postgraduate experience in aged care, rehabilitation, or community settings
• Comprehensive understanding of reablement and restorative care models
• Confident working both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Demonstrated computer literacy
• Alignment with BaptistCare’s values and mission
• Current first aid certificate (or willingness to obtain)  

• Unrestricted driver’s licence and access to a reliable, registered vehicle with minimum Third-Party Property Damage Insurance.

If you have further questions regarding career opportunities, please call Alice Linklater 0400473329 for a confidential discussion.

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria as soon as possible.

We are not engaging recruitment agencies for this role.

Advertised: 03 Sep 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 02 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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