Join BRAMS as an Occupational Therapist or Senior Occupational Therapist and Make a Real Impact in Allied & Community Health

• Earn a competitive salary of $120K to $130K PLUS Super
• $5K Relocation Assistance to help you move to Broome, WA!
• $1,300 Annual Remote Location Allowance & Salary Packaging Options! 
• Free Access to BRAMS Primary Health, Dental and Allied Health Services
• 6 weeks of Annual Leave + Christmas Closure Leave & MORE!
• Flexible Working Arrangements, including Full-time & Part-time Options

Our Story. Our People. Our Purpose.

Broome Regional Aboriginal Medical Service (BRAMS) is a well-established Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation that has been caring for the Broome community for more than 40 years. Headquartered in Broome, Western Australia, BRAMS provides comprehensive, holistic and culturally responsive primary health care, aged care, NDIS and community services to Aboriginal people and their families.

BRAMS is proud to operate under the vision: Healthy People – Strong Community – Bright Future, and upholds a Model of Care rooted in cultural respect, quality and community leadership.

To learn more, visit: www.brams.org.au

Your Next Chapter Starts Here

BRAMS is seeking an Occupational Therapist and a Senior Occupational Therapist based in Broome, WA, on a full-time or part-time basis, to help Aboriginal people and families build independence and participation in daily life.

Reporting to the Allied Health Manager, both roles focus on Aged Care and Disability (NDIS), with support to Primary Health Care, across clinic, home, group and community settings. You'll manage a generalist caseload within the multidisciplinary team, with room to specialise and bring NDIS expertise that strengthens the OT team.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Complete functional, cognitive and environmental assessments
• Deliver therapy, rehabilitation and reablement programs
• Prescribe assistive technology and recommend home modifications
• Educate consumers, families and carers on goals and self-management
• Participate in case coordination, care planning and case conferences
• Maintain accurate clinical records across funding streams
• Supervise allied health assistants, graduate OTs and students

At the Senior level, you will also:

• Provide clinical leadership and advice across multidisciplinary teams
• Develop service delivery models, clinical protocols and quality initiatives
• Coordinate student placements, training and team development

Is This You?

The successful candidate will hold a tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and current registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia. Occupational Therapist applicants will bring at least two years' post-graduate experience, while Senior applicants will bring demonstrated experience at a senior clinical level.

You will also bring:

• Experience across community, primary health, aged care and/or disability (NDIS) settings.
• Evidence-based, person-centred practice with consumers who have complex needs.
• Knowledge of NDIS, Aged Care and Primary Health Care frameworks.
• An understanding of culturally safe practice and the social determinants of health.
• Sound clinical reasoning and strong communication skills.
• Leadership and mentoring capability (Senior level).

You'll also bring personal qualities that align with BRAMS' values:

• Compassion, respect and the ability to build trust with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Professionalism, passion and an organised approach to your work.
• A supportive, nurturing manner with graduate colleagues and the confidence to share ideas.
• Adaptability and a collaborative, solution-focused approach.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

What's in It for You

BRAMS offers a competitive salary of $120,000 to $130,000 + Super, along with a supportive and inclusive work environment and a host of benefits, including:

• Relocation Assistance of $5,000, with potential for additional support
• $1,300 Annual Remote Location Allowance
• Flexible Working Arrangements, including Full-time and Part-time options
• Salary Packaging to maximise your take-home pay
• 6 weeks of Annual Leave to support work-life balance
• Additional Christmas Closure Leave
• Access to clinical supervision
• Study Leave and Access to ongoing professional development
• Free Access to Primary Health, Dental and Allied Health services through BRAMS
• A meaningful role in one of Australia's most culturally rich and visually stunning regions

Broome: Your Next Adventure

With a rich history and extraordinary natural landscape, Broome is synonymous with turquoise waters, red pindan soil and white sandy beaches that draw visitors from across the globe. You can sail, snorkel or dive in pristine waters, spot rare dolphins from wide, empty beaches, or explore nearby ancient gorges that make Broome truly unique.

Beyond tourism, Broome is a thriving community experiencing strong growth and investment, offering all the amenities of a modern town with the laid-back lifestyle of the Kimberley. It's the perfect place to achieve the balance between career, purpose and lifestyle you've been searching for.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

BRAMS is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants are subject to child safety screening processes and must uphold BRAMS' safeguarding values at all times.

Sound Like You? Let's Chat.

This is a rewarding opportunity for passionate and values-driven Occupational Therapists to deliver high-quality, culturally safe and evidence-based care that supports the independence and wellbeing of Aboriginal people and families in Broome.

Not sure which level you fit? BRAMS would love to explore how you can be part of its growing team, so APPLY NOW!