Community Services and Development,Healthcare & Medical
A little about us:
EverAbility Group have a long and proud history of providing services for people with disability across Western Australia and Tasmania. We are a purpose-driven organisation championing independence, inclusion and empowerment for people with low or no vision, disability and developmental needs across Western Australia and Tasmania.
EverAbility Group’s nearly 200 staff and over 500 volunteers support a growing group of diverse services which includes:
VisAbility - our specialised service supporting people with low or no vision.
Guide Dogs WA and Guide Dogs Tasmania – our iconic service raising and training life changing assistance dogs.
Kites Children’s Therapy – our early intervention support, advice and solutions service transforming the lives of children and their families living with disability or developmental challenges.
Job Description
About the Role: Are you an Orthoptist who is passionate about empowering people with low vision to live independently and confidently? Join VisAbility, part of the EverAbility Group, and use your expertise to change lives across Western Australia.
As an Orthoptist you will provide high‑quality assessment, intervention and support to children and adults with low vision. You’ll work within an experienced multidisciplinary team and contribute to an integrated, best‑practice model of therapy services.
About you
Conduct detailed visual assessments including visual acuity, refractive error, visual fields, eye movements and ocular health tests.
Provide education to clients to help them understand their eye condition.
Manage programs for eye movement disorders, prescribing exercises and corrective techniques
Support clients to maximise functional vision through prescription of low vision aids and assistive technology.
Develop and deliver vision therapy programs and evidence‑based interventions.
Provide advice on visual ergonomics, contact lens care, occupational eye safety and other visual health matters.
Participate in preventative screening programs.
Maintain accurate documentation in our Client Management System.
Mentor students and support the growth of the orthoptic profession.
Work collaboratively with clients, families, internal teams, and external stakeholders.
Keep up to date with new low vision aids and evaluate their value and application to clients
Desired Skills and Experience
Essential Skills
Tertiary qualification in Orthoptics.
Current Australian Orthoptic Board Registration.
Strong understanding of disability and aged care services, legislation and person‑centred practice.
Excellent interpersonal, communication and analytical skills.
Ability to apply innovative approaches to service delivery.
Previous experience in disability or health settings (preferred).
Desirable Skills
Experience working with low vision individuals.
Knowledge and experience prescribing assistive technology and low vision aids.
Required Compliance Documents
National Police Clearance
NDIS Worker Screening Check
Working with Children Check
Australian Orthoptic Board Registration
Annual Influenza Vaccination
Benefits You’ll Enjoy: In return, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including:
Up to 3 days additional paid leave during year-end holiday season!
Salary packaging, an opportunity to increase your take-home pay!
17.5% annual leave loading, where applicable
Free parking and easy public transport access
Stay active with free on-site gym facilities.
Thrive in a culture that values flexibility and supports work–life balance
Ongoing professional development and training
Employee Assistance Program
How to apply?
Apply at Join our Team - EverAbility Group and let’s chat about what life at EverAbility Group could look like for you.
Applications close at 4:00 PM on Friday, 20 March 2026.
(We may interview early, so please apply as soon as you can.)
For further information contact Kirsty McAullay- Senior Program Manager Independent Living Services at Kirsty.McAullay@visability.com.au
We encourage people with disability and of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background to apply. Everyone is welcome, as we are an inclusive and diverse workplace.
