• Full time Role
• Flexible 0.8 up to Full Time 1.0 FTE
• Competitive salary with generous salary packaging 
• Hybrid – East Perth Office Location/ Remote Work (Open to applications Nation-wide)

Independent Living Assessment (iLA) is a for-purpose national organisation based in Perth with a focus on empowering people to increase their knowledge and take steps towards maintaining their independence at home and in their community. Operating across the broader community sector, iLA currently delivers Regional Assessment Service, a range of digital-first initiatives including LiveUp, KeepAble Sector Support & Development, and AT Chat navigation and peer mentoring programs.

The Role 

We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) to join our team. Working across iLA’s digital initiatives and adopting a continuous improvement approach, this OT role will be responsible for providing clinical advice, training, input, supervision and support. 

Key duties and responsibilities include: 

• Plan, develop, and deliver a range of resources, tools and measures across initiatives within iLA.
• Maintain, update and expand assistive technology content available to staff and clients, in line with product developments and technological advancements.
• Contribute to the development of online resources, tools and measures that support enhancements to iLA’s digital offerings
• Represent iLA at conferences, seminars, workshops, expos and other forums
• Ensure compliance with legislative requirements and alignment with iLA project objectives

About You 

The successful candidate will have experience in developing resources for the purpose of educating and building knowledge, have sound understanding of data collection and demonstrate exceptional communication skills. In particular, the Occupational Therapist Projects Professional will:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the Disability and/or Aged Care Sector
• Have an understanding of the needs of a diverse range of individuals across all age spans and abilities.
• Effectively deliver complex or clinical information in a simple way. 
• Have a good understanding of assistive technology, home modifications and wellness and reablement.
• Demonstrate experience leading/supervising staff.
• Ability to manage a diverse portfolio, prioritise and meet deadlines, sometimes working with incomplete information or managing conflicting issues in a professional manner

About Us 

1. Rewarding work being part of a “Valued based” organisation – making a difference in people’s lives
2. Ongoing support, mentorship, and professional development
3. Generous salary packaging, up to an additional $18,549 tax free FBT (including the ability to package relocation expenses for those eligible)
4. True work life balance with additional 3.5 days leave (pro-rata) / ability to purchase additional leave.
5. Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
6. Health & Well-being Program including flu vaccination, and fun active social committee

To Apply 

Register your interest today by submitting your curriculum vitae and a cover letter, addressing how you meet the work-related requirements (in no more than 2 pages). 

View full Position Description view at Join Our Team of Skilled and Professional Staff | ILA Australia (here) or email [email protected], using the subject line: Occupational Therapist - Projects Professional - East Perth / Remote / Work From Home enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Contact Eleanor Kennett-Smith - (Healthy Ageing and Reablement Project Lead) at [email protected]  to discuss the specifics of the position. or (08) 6275 3311 to discuss the specifics of the position 

Short listing will commence immediately, and we reserve the right to commence interviewing before the closing date. We thank you for your interest in iLA and we will respond to all candidates. 

A valid NDIS Worker Screening Check is a pre-requisite for this position at iLA.

Only those with the right to live & work in Australia need apply.  No agency applications at this time.

Our purpose: We strive towards our mission of a community in which all abilities are valued, where people have the knowledge, tools, and confidence to participate. 

We promote and support diversity and inclusion in our workplace. If you require any additional support during the recruitment/interview phase, please contact [email protected].

Values: Passion, Integrity, Embracing, Authentic 

We value our people at ILA and strive to have a positive and adaptive culture, one that aligns with our values; so cultural fit is just as important to us as qualifications, technical skill, and experience