Description:
DescriptionAbout us
Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation providing disability and therapy services for children, adolescents and adults in the Northern Territory. We deliver innovative and flexible services to empower people to thrive and live a great life, and we are committed to a philosophy that respects the rights of individuals to make informed choices about their lives.
About the role
Carpentaria welcomes applications from Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Psychologists, Physiotherapists, and Allied Health Assistants who are interested in joining our dynamic multi-disciplinary team. In this role you will work collaboratively with clients and stakeholders to deliver person-centred services to enhance participation and independence, empowering people with a disability to live a full life and achieve their goals.
We have positions available in Darwin or Alice Springs, with the opportunity to also be part of our remote clinical team and deliver FIFO services across remote communities in the Top End and Central Australia.
Why work with us?
We provide a positive work environment that encourages and promotes work/life balance, a sense of humour and having fun. In this role you will work with an awesome team who will encourage and inspire you to develop and progress your skills and career, whilst supporting Territorians with disabilities to live their best life.
This position offers a fantastic opportunity to progress your career in the disability field, with opportunities for ongoing clinical support, supervision, leadership and professional development.
We value our teams, and our employees enjoy a range of benefits including:
- Competitive salary
- Salary packaging available (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional salary)
- Additional remote area salary packaging benefits (Alice Springs only)
- 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
- $1,500 professional development allowance per year
- Relocation assistance available for interstate candidates
- Comprehensive induction program and shadowing of all disciplines
- Flexible work arrangements
- Latest technology including iPad, laptop, sit-stand dual screen workstation, and high quality therapy assessment resources
- Access to internal professional development mentoring and resources (including case meetings, team projects, specialist interest groups)
- Support to access PHN Professional Development grants
- Opportunity to be part of our remote clinical team and deliver services across remote NT communities
- Access to employee discounts and wellness benefits
- Access to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- On-site café and free on-site carparking (Darwin only)
- Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it!
Express your interest
To apply, please submit your resume and a one-page cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you think you will be a great fit for our team.
Please note that positions are open to candidates seeking either full-time or part-time employment, based in Darwin or Alice Springs.
We are committed to creating a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity and fairness and is safe, inclusive, and collaborative. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all abilities, the LGBTQ+ community, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
For further information about the role, or a detailed position description, please contact:
- People & Learning at hr@carpentaria.org.au or phone: (08) 8920 9400
- Craig Willingham, Director of Regional Services at craig.willingham@carpentaria.org.au or 0447 799 316