Location

Allambie Heights, NSW, Australia

Occupational Therapist – Complex Needs 

Full time preferred, may be open to part time for the right candidate 

  

About the role:  

We have an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist who is passionate about supporting clients across the lifespan, particularly in the prescription of assistive technology and complex intervention needs. The role involves supporting activities of daily living, prescribing assistive technology, developing manual handling and positioning plans, recommending minor home modifications, and completing functional assessments.  As with all roles based at our Allambie site, you will benefit from a high level of supervision, mentoring, and access to specialised training to support your ongoing professional development and success. 

 

Join our Dynamic team in Allambie Heights:  

Cerebral Palsy Alliance (CPA) Allambie Heights is a major service hub located on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, supporting people with cerebral palsy and similar disabilities across all stages of life. At the Allambie site therapists have access to fully accessible therapy rooms, a purpose-built hydrotherapy pool and customised seating workshop.  

The Allambie site provides multidisciplinary therapy services, including occupational therapy, speech pathology, physiotherapy, exercise physiology, and behaviour support. These services are tailored to individual goals and delivered using a person‑centred, approach, grounded in evidence-based practise. Whether you are a new graduate or senior therapist, this team diversity provides an excellent opportunity to collaborate, learn, and grow your career.  

At CPA Allambie Heights, we support clients across all stages of life, from early intervention with babies and young children through to adults with complex needs. Our therapy team partners with clients to build independence and achieve meaningful functional outcomes, with a strong focus on skill development, assistive technology prescription, minor home modifications, and functional assessments. 

The Allambie Heights location also connects closely with CPA’s wider service network, contributing to an integrated model of support that includes clinical services, community programs, accommodation supports, and family resources. This integrated approach reflects CPA’s commitment to delivering comprehensive, high‑quality services informed by global leadership in disability research and innovation. 

 

 

What makes CPA special?  

• Professional Development: we are a registered training organisation, providing you with a detailed learning journey and 1:1 guidance from a clinical educator throughout your career. 

• Teamwork: join an experienced multidisciplinary team, including SP, OT, PT and EP, working collaboratively to provide care to clients 

• A Rewarding Caseload: working with diverse clients and complex disability can be incredibly rewarding, with a direct positive impact on clients' daily experience and independence. 

• Client Centered: Cerebral Palsy Research Institute and an experienced team support you to provide evidence-based intervention focused on achieving the client's goals 

Career Growth: a diverse range of career pathways are possible for you including research, clinical governance, specialisation and management opportunities 

• Flexibility: you will work in both the clinic and community with options for part time, full time, compressed hours or negotiated start/finish times that work for you. 

 

What We Offer?   

• Salary: clinical salaries are graded with an approximate range of $80-140k incl super including tax free packaging; for more information, please discuss with our recruitment team. 

• Investment in YOU: receive professional development opportunities valued up to $20,000 in your first year and $10,000 each year after that. 

• Relocation allowance: if you're moving for this role, we offer an allowance of up to $5,000, T&Cs apply   

• Tax Benefits: reduce your taxable income further with an optional $2,650 through the meals and entertainment benefit.   

• Discounted Gym Membership: access to Fitness Passport membership for you and your family 

• A Generous Leave Policy: Enjoy up to 3 additional days of leave, 12 weeks of parental leave, 2 weeks of partner leave, compassionate leave, and options for additional pre-paid leave.  

  

Eligibility Criteria:  

• Relevant qualifications in Occupational Therapy 

• Evidence of current AHPRA registration. 

• A current driver's license and your own vehicle 

 

Our Values:  

At Cerebral Palsy Alliance we champion diversity and equitable opportunities for people with disabilities and lived experience, Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community.  

We are passionate, respectful, ethical, curious and courageous. Great Minds Think Differently. 

 

Ready to Join Us?   

Apply through this job advert or email rachel.jennings@cerebralpalsy.org.au  

We are committed to supporting inclusivity for anyone with diverse needs and lived experience. Workplace adjustments can be discussed to create a safe and comfortable workplace that supports your health, abilities, and personal needs. 

 

More information about working for CPA: 

For the safety of staff and clients we have assessed that this role requires a medium level of physical functionality, more details can be found here.   

Cerebral Palsy Alliance upholds and advocates for the rights of clients, we are a child safe organisation and all workers must adhere to the NDIS Worker Code of Conduct.