Experienced Mental Health OT (Bayside and West Metropolitan)

About Be Positive Therapy:

Where meaningful therapy meets a culture that truly supports its practitioners. As a trusted provider across the NDIS and Aged Care sectors we deliver personalised therapy and assessment services that make a real difference in peoples lives. With an established presence across Victoria and Tasmania and growing services in Queensland were growing our Mental Health team and are looking for an Experienced Mental Health Occupational Therapist across Bayside and Melbournes western metropolitan suburbs who brings warmth professionalism and a genuine passion for supporting clients.

This role is ideal for an OT who values flexibility high-quality clinical practice and autonomy while delivering meaningful person-centred care.

The Role Experienced Mental Health Occupational Therapist

In this dynamic role you will manage your own caseload within our Mental Health stream in the Bayside or Western Metropolitan areas supporting clients in community settings to achieve functional and recovery-focused outcomes. Youll have access to strong clinical support resources and a collaborative team environment to help you thrive.

Your week will typically include:

• Managing your own caseload across the NDIS and/or Aged Care sectors
• Working with psychosocial disability inclusive of neurodiverse participants; conducting functional assessments and participant focused occupational therapy interventions
• Completing home modification and assistive technology assessments (as required)
• Developing and implementing tailored therapy plans aligned to client goals
• Writing high-quality reports and maintaining accurate case notes
• Participating in multidisciplinary case conferences and care planning
• Working flexibly across community office and work-from-home settings

In this role you will:

• Support clients to achieve meaningful functional and recovery-oriented outcomes
• Deliver high-quality evidence-based occupational therapy interventions
• Develop clear compliant reports aligned with NDIS and organisational standards
• Collaborate with families carers and stakeholders for holistic client care
• Engage in ongoing learning through supervision mentoring and professional development
• Contribute to quality improvement and support the development of others where appropriate

What Youll Bring

• A relevant tertiary qualification (minimum bachelors degree) in Psychology Social Work Allied Health or a related field.
• Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
• 2-3 years experience working within mental health with confidence managing complex caseloads
• Strong assessment clinical reasoning and report writing skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively
• Highly developed time management and organisational skills
• A genuine commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice

Desirable:

• Experience within the NDIS
• Knowledge of functional capacity assessments assistive technology or home modifications

Why Youll Love Working with Us:

Flexibility That Fits You: Work from home in the community or from one of our office locations.

Support from Day One: Structured induction and 1:1 supervision tailored to your experience and goals.

Grow Your Skills: Access an industry-leading professional development program plus external training opportunities.

Make an Impact: Help clients improve independence participation and overall wellbeing.

Work Your Way: Part-time (4 days/week) or full-time (5 days/week) with travel support included.

Team Vibes: A connected supportive team with regular social events and a positive culture.

Professional Growth: Support available to gain your OTA Mental Health Endorsement

Great Perks

• Bonus programs to boost your earnings
• Generous salary with annual reviews
• Technology package (laptop phone monitor etc.)
• Novated leasing options
• Refer a friend bonus
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health insurance discounts
• Admin support to reduce your workload

Our Culture

At Be Positive Therapy were committed to building a high-quality trusted service while creating a workplace where every team member feels valued supported and inspired. We are a flexible and inclusive employer and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples culturally and linguistically diverse communities the LGBTIQ community and people with disabilities.

Ready to Join Us

If this sounds like the right fit for you wed love to hear from you.

Apply via Seek or send your Resume and cover letter to for a confidential chat.