NDIS Occupational Therapy
Youth OT is an NDIS registered provider offering mobile occupational therapy for children, adolescents and young adults aged 1.5 - 25 across the Gold Coast, Logan and Northern NSW.
We support clients with NDIA-managed, plan-managed and self-managed funding, subject to their NDIS plan, available funding and service agreement.
How NDIS Occupational Therapy May Support Clients
NDIS occupational therapy may support clients to build participation, independence and safety in everyday activities. Support is based on the client’s goals, functional needs, environments and available funding.
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Self-care and daily living skills
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Emotional regulation and sensory processing
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School and early-learning participation
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Fine motor skills, handwriting and coordination
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Executive functioning, planning and organisation
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Community access and social participation
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Adolescent and young adult independence
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Assistive technology and environmental supports
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Functional assessment and reporting where appropriate
Benefits of Choosing an NDIS Registered Provider
As an NDIS registered provider, Youth OT can support clients with NDIA-managed, plan-managed and self-managed funding. Registered providers must meet relevant NDIS Practice Standards and maintain systems for areas such as complaints, incidents, worker screening and quality audits.
Support for All NDIS Management Types
Youth OT can work with clients whose funding is NDIA-managed, plan-managed or self-managed.
NDIS Practice Standards
As a registered provider, Youth OT must meet applicable NDIS Practice Standards covering service delivery, governance, participant rights and risk management.
Formal Safeguarding Processes
Youth OT maintains documented processes for complaints, incidents, feedback and continuous improvement.
Worker Screening Requirements
Workers in relevant roles must complete required screening and meet applicable qualification, registration and compliance requirements.
Ongoing Auditing and Registration
Youth OT undergoes independent audits and ongoing registration requirements through the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission.
NDIS Occupational Therapy Services
Depending on the client’s goals, functional needs and available funding, occupational therapy services may include:
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Initial occupational therapy assessment
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Ongoing occupational therapy intervention
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Functional capacity assessments
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Assistive technology assessment and prescription
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Home and environmental assessments
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Progress reports and review reports
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Collaboration with families, schools and other supports
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Family and caregiver education
Using NDIS Funding with Youth OT
Before services begin, Youth OT confirms the client’s funding management type, relevant goals, service location and support needs. A service agreement outlines fees, appointment arrangements, cancellations, provider travel and non-face-to-face work where applicable.
Clients, nominees or support coordinators should confirm that sufficient funding is available and that the requested occupational therapy services align with the client’s NDIS plan.
Provider Travel and Non-Face-to-Face Work
As a mobile occupational therapy provider, Youth OT may charge provider travel where this is permitted under the current NDIS pricing schedule and agreed in advance through the service agreement.
Non-face-to-face work may also be charged where it is directly related to the client’s occupational therapy supports. This may include documentation, report writing, resource preparation and liaison with families, schools or other relevant supports.
Applicable fees and arrangements are discussed before services begin. Clients or nominees must agree to any pricing changes before they are applied.
How to Start NDIS Occupational Therapy with Youth OT
1. Submit an Enquiry or Referral
Provide the client’s age, location, primary support needs, funding management type and relevant NDIS goals.
2. Confirm Availability and Funding Arrangements
Our team reviews the referral, confirms current therapist availability and discusses fees, travel and service agreement requirements.
3. Arrange the Initial Appointment
Where Youth OT is an appropriate provider, an initial occupational therapy appointment is arranged at home, school, in the community or by telehealth where suitable.
4. Develop Goals and Next Steps
The occupational therapist discusses the client’s strengths, functional needs and priorities, then recommends appropriate assessment, intervention or reporting arrangements.