Occupational Therapist (Experienced or Senior)

Who we are

Shift & Co is a for-purpose organisation supporting neurodivergent adolescents and adults across Canberra. What we're about is simple: helping neurodivergent people through the challenges they're facing, without losing sight of what matters to them.

OT here sits alongside mentoring, an accessible art studio and social groups built around D&D, Warhammer and community outings — so the work is broader than a clinic and the people you support have more around them than a therapist. We're a small team based at Hawker, 6 years in.

You don't need to be senior. If you've got a few years behind you and want to do the work properly, this is for you. If you are senior, there's room to lead.

What We Offer

• A realistic caseload, where all of it — supervision, admin, meetings, training, notes, planning — happens in paid hours and is accounted for. Nothing follows you home.
• Dedicated project time to build or specialise in an area of practice you care about

• Real flexibility: full-time or part-time, school hours, compressed weeks, work from home
• $100,000 – $125,000 + super, depending on experience
• Regular support and supervision tailored to your experience
• Clinical autonomy to direct your workload/caseload
• Admin support for scheduling and intake
• PD allowance and paid PD days

The Role

• 1:1 OT focused on executive functioning, routines, daily living, sensory needs and emotional regulation
• Complete or oversee assessments, such as Sensory or Functional Capacity and Assessments and NDIS reporting
• A genuine say in how the OT service grows — pathways, resources, procedures — alongside the founder and Clinical Lead, not on your own
• Bring an OT lens to team learning and multidisciplinary discussion
• For senior clinicians: the go-to for complex assessments. Supervision of newer OTs as the team grows — in paid time, when you're ready

What We're Looking For

• AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist

• Experience as a practicing OT

• Experience with assessments and NDIS report writing or solid the appetite to build them

• Experience with neurodivergent adolescents or adults highly regarded

• Interest in supervision, or willingness to grow into it

• A commitment to neurodiversity-affirming practice

• WWVP registration and NDIS screening, or willingness to obtain

How to Apply

Please email your CV and cover letter to hello@shiftnco.com

Join a Team That Cares

Together, we'll help individuals thrive and you'll grow professionally and personally along the way. Apply today to be part of something different.