Occupational Therapist - Community & Rural Outreach

We are looking for a passionate and adventurous Occupational Therapist to join our growing Allied Health team in a dynamic role that blends city-based community care with fly-in fly-out (FIFO) outreach to remote South Australian communities. This unique opportunity is ideal for an experienced OT who’s ready to make a tangible impact and be part of an innovative, supportive team making healthcare more accessible across the state.

Role: Community Occupational Therapist – Home Care & FIFO Outreach

To be successful in this role:

• You will deliver person-centred OT services to clients across metropolitan Adelaide and remote South Australia, including Home Care Package recipients, NDIS participants, and paediatric clients.
• You will complete functional assessments, prescribe assistive technology, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support independent living and quality of life.

Essentials:

• National Police Clearance (no older than 2 years)
• Up to date Influenza vaccination
• Must hold a Bachelor or Master of Occupational Therapy and current AHPRA registration (unrestricted)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check
• Minimum of 1–2 years’ community OT experience (aged care and/or NDIS preferred)
• Valid SA driver’s licence and willingness to fly in small aircraft for outreach
• Current First Aid and CPR certification

About St. Louis:

St Louis Care is a proud, family-owned organisation that has been delivering personalised, compassionate care to South Australians since 1946. Guided by our core values of respect, dignity, fairness, and choice, we are committed to empowering individuals to live life to the fullest through tailored, person-centred support.

Our motto, "Let our family take care of you," reflects not only our dedication to the people we support but also to the team who makes it all possible. Our staff are our greatest asset, and we invest in their growth, wellbeing, and success. At St Louis Care, we foster a strong culture of care, where diversity is celebrated, professional development is encouraged, and every team member has the opportunity to thrive.

St Louis Care is made up of four specialist service areas:

• St Louis Homes – NDIS-approved provider for younger onset dementia
• St Louis Home Care – Government-approved and private home care provider
• St Louis Nursing Home – Boutique residential aged care
• St Louis Allied Health – FIFO allied health services supporting remote South Australian communities

Benefits:

• Competitive salary – $100,000 (HPSS OT Level 2, Year 1–4) + 11.5% super
• Take-home fleet vehicle (fuel and registration covered)
• Professional development allowance and career progression support
• Flexible working arrangements, including 4-day work week options
• Mentorship from experienced Allied Health leadership
• Paid CPD, student supervision opportunities, and Level-3 progression pathway
• Quarterly wellness allowance and genuine work-life balance culture
• FIFO incentives including time-in-lieu or loading for overnight stays

Apply Now:

If you are excited about this opportunity, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a one-page cover letter highlighting your community OT experience and outlining your favourite clinical win. Be sure to include two professional referees.

We appreciate all applications; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For questions about the role, please contact Joseph Wallace-Ellis, Allied Health Manager – Home Care, on (08) 8332 0950 for a confidential chat. Applications will close once the right candidate is found.