Occupational Therapist | Modbury North | 12-month parental leave contract
18/05/2026
25/06/2026
Contract
Adelaide Metro
Allied Health
About Novita
Novita nurtures ambition of every size and shape, for a career that grows with you, in a team that supports you.
Novita is South Australia’s most established provider of therapy, assistive technology, community programs and community living services for people with disabilities and we’re evolving every day.
Novita brings you the benefits of structure along with the freedom to grow within an environment that’s big, but personal. We equip you with the tools to thrive as the whole person you are, embracing whatever makes you tick, so you can reach your true potential. Our leaders remain by your side, respectful of your autonomy, because they care about you accomplishing your professional goals. And the sheer variety of Novita’s offerings means opportunities to take your career where you want it to go.
Work at a place that supports you to achieve your best, so you can support others to achieve theirs.
Job Description
About the Role
We are recruiting a Senior Occupational Therapist to join our Modbury North team on a 12-month fixed term contract.
This position involves delivering high-quality, evidence-based, client-centred supports within a multidisciplinary environment.
Key responsibilities include:
Manage a complex caseload, delivering advanced evidence-based assessments and intervention programs
Provide clinical leadership through supervision and mentoring of early career Occupational Therapists
Lead by example in the delivery of high-quality, client-centred therapeutic supports
Contribute to service innovation, including the development of community-based programs and enhancement of service delivery
Actively participate in service planning, multidisciplinary decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives
Work closely with other senior clinicians, team leaders and clinical leads to support a positive team culture and improve service delivery
Desired Skills and Experience
Knowledge, skills and experience
Ability to apply, adapt and evaluate a range of occupational therapy interventions
Skilled in tailoring assessments and interventions to meet individual client needs
Knowledge of strengths-based and client-centred best practice approaches
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including effective report writing
Proficiency using Microsoft Office and digital clinical record systems
Demonstrated experience in clinical leadership and supervision
Education and Qualifications
Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
Current AHPRA registration
Current SA Working With Children Check and NDIS Worker Check (or willingness to obtain)
Current Driver’s Licence
We’re serious about safeguarding our clients. If you don’t have a current NDIS Worker Check and SA Working with Children Check, we’ll let you know how to obtain these prior to starting work with us.
Why join Novita?
As an OT at Novita, you’ll step into a role that not only allows you to make a meaningful impact but also supports your own growth and aspirations.
Our internal professional development program is robust and designed to keep you at the forefront of clinical excellence
The opportunity to pursue areas of clinical interest and develop specialist expertise, if desired
You’ll be joining a multidisciplinary team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning
You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:
Total salary package includes base salary, annual leave loading and 12% superannuation
Enjoy salary packaging up to $15,900 of your salary, increasing your take-home pay
Further maximise your take home pay with additional salary packaging benefits including meal and entertainment expenses, accommodation and venue hire, private novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
Apply Now
For a confidential conversation before applying, contact Brett Williams on Brett.Williams@novita.org.au or 81821002
Novita may close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified before the listed closing date.
Novita is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal and fair consideration for employment. Applicants with a disability and/or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are actively encouraged to apply.
Potentially successful candidates will be required to complete background checks prior to confirmation of employment.
