Occupational Therapist

• Job number: 2105
• Location: Geelong , Victoria
• Employment status: Full time, ongoing
• Classification: From $36.26 – $65.66 - Health Professionals and Support Services Award based on qualifications and experience.

About genU

At genU, we are a group of passionate, driven individuals dedicated to making lives happier and healthier, especially for people with disability, the ageing, and those experiencing disadvantage. As a profit-for-purpose organisation, we invest directly back into the communities we serve.

Harnessing diversity

At genU, we’re not all the same. And that’s one of our greatest strengths. We draw on the differences in who we are, what we’ve experienced and how we think. 

We welcome diversity in all its forms, including culture, gender, disability, neurodiversity, age, sexuality, religion, spirituality, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritages. We respect the intersections of these identities and recognise the unique experiences and insights they bring to our organisation. Our commitment is to foster a welcoming, innovative, safe, empowering, and a respectful environment where these values are upheld every day.

Join Our Team!

Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist (OT) looking to make a real difference in people’s lives? Join our dedicated team and deliver specialist assessments and therapeutic interventions that empower individuals to live more independently and achieve their NDIS goals. Working collaboratively with participants, families, and a multidisciplinary team, you’ll play a key role in building capacity across daily living, health, and wellbeing. This is a rewarding opportunity to work holistically, apply your clinical expertise, and be part of a supportive, purpose-driven organisation. If you’re ready to make an impact and grow your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Our experienced OTs in our team who specialise in complex home modifications, ensuring clients can live safely and independently in environments tailored to their needs. Additionally, our team is actively involved in Supported Disability Accommodation (SDA) and Supported Independent Living (SIL) referrals, giving you the opportunity to work on life-changing projects that support long-term independence and quality of life for people with disabilities.

We offer a truly unique opportunity for Occupational Therapists who are passionate about making a meaningful impact across both aged care and disability sectors. In addition to OT responsibilities within the NDIS, our team is empowered to provide referrals through both the Home Care Package (HCP) and the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP).  This dual capability allows you to support clients with a more holistic and flexible approach, blending aged care services with disability-focused interventions to meet diverse and evolving needs. Whether you're working with older adults seeking independence at home or individuals with disabilities requiring tailored support, you'll have the tools and pathways to make a real difference.

Key Responsibilities:

As an Occupational Therapist (OT) your responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Conduct specialist assessments (e.g., functional capacity, independent living skills) aligned with participants’ NDIS goals.
• Develop tailored intervention plans and detailed reports to support skill development and capacity building.
• Collaborate with participants, families, support coordinators, and allied health professionals to deliver person-centred care.
• Monitor client progress, maintain accurate documentation, and adjust interventions as needed.
• Ensure services are delivered within NDIS funding allocations and in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.

About You!

We are looking for a skilled Occupational Therapist who has:

• A qualified and passionate Occupational Therapist with strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills.
• Someone who thrives in a collaborative, person-centred environment and is committed to empowering people with disabilities.
• A professional with a solid understanding of the NDIS framework and experience working with diverse participants.
• An excellent communicator who can build effective relationships with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Organised and proactive, with the ability to manage caseloads, meet reporting requirements, and adapt to changing needs.
• A client-minded professional who puts participants at the centre of everything they do, focusing on strengths, goals, and meaningful outcomes.

Employee benefits

genU offers a range of benefits, including:

• Salary packaging: Non-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 per annum, plus additional meals and entertainment benefits.
• Discount shopping programs: Save at over 450 retailers, including Coles, Woolworths, JB HI-FI and Officeworks.
• Study Discount: 25% study discount for undergraduate and postgraduate courses at Torrens University.
• Employee referral program: Earn a bonus for referring successful candidates at completion of their probationary period.
• Health and wellbeing support: 24/7 access to a holistic employee assistance program.
• Professional development: In addition to a comprehensive induction program and ongoing professional development, genU is committed to providing opportunities for career progression.

Requirements

To be eligible, you must have or willing to complete:

• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Current Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module.
• Current registration with relevant professional body (if you are an Allied Health professional under AHPRA this is mandatory)
• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy

Ready to make a difference?

We are committed to supporting individuals throughout the recruitment and selection process, ensuring accessibility for all applicants. If you require adjustments or an alternate application format, please contact Ryan at recruitment@genu.org.au (quoting the job title and number). 

For further details about the role, reach out to Lyndal Rickard at 0477 015 950 or lyndal.rickard@genu.org.au (Hiring Manager).

If you’re ready to make an impact and grow with us, apply now!