At Aruma, we support people with disabilities to live great lives. It's the reason we exist - after all, why should anyone have to settle for anything less? And to make this a reality, we rely on the skill and commitment of our Aruma team.

When you are part of the Aruma team, you're not just supporting people. You're pioneering new paths, challenging assumptions, daring to think differently, and telling society to raise its bar much higher.

Aruma is seeking a dedicated and passionate Occupational Therapist (Ballarat, VIC) who will utilise their skills and knowledge in occupational therapy to provide flexible family centred services to children and adults with a disability.

New graduates are encouraged to apply as Aruma provides training and external supervision, a vibrant internal community of practice and collegiate support led by an experienced manager!

You will join a fun and supportive trans-disciplinary team who are committed to making a difference in the lives of people who have a disability.

What success in this role looks like

• Qualifications and experience and/or placements in Occupational Therapy
• Commitment to family-centred principles
• Assess the Occupational Therapy needs of children and adults utilising appropriate assessments and investigation processes
• Develop professional relationships with families, which respect individual styles and acknowledge their strengths and capabilities
• Participate in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of individualised service plans
• Provide interventions that promote learning through play and/or active participation for both adults and children, in both centre and home based settings
• An ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team
• Must have a current Drivers Licence and willingness to drive as per role requirements
• Must have a Current First Aid Certificate with CPR
• Must have a Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance
• Be willing to provide a confirmation record of COVID-19 vaccination (dose 1 & 2)

Why work for us?

• Training, paid external supervision and professional development available
• Flexible working arrangements available!
• Competitive salary and will come with either a car allowance/motor vehicle, laptop, mobile phone and NFP Salary Packaging ($15,900 tax benefits per year)

Our success depends on YOU. We'd love to hear your story.

To be part of the Aruma journey, apply now by sending your CV and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

Only applicants with the right to work in Australia will be considered. Shortlisted applications will be required to undergo pre-employment checks. We will be actively shortlisting during the advertising period and reserve the right to close this advert prior to the advertised date.

Aruma is a Child Safe Organisation and an EEO Employer.