Ability WA
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    Ability WA
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    Company Profile

    Company overview

    Website

    Ability WA

    Industry

    Social & Welfare Services

    Specialities

    Supporting people living with a disability, Offering Therapy Services for our customers

    Company size

    1,001-5,000

    Primary location

    Ability Centre 106 Bradford Street, Coolbinia WA 6050
    Empowering people to realise their abilitiesAbility WA is a not-for-profit disability service provider that has been supporting Western Australian families for more than 70 years.We are committed to providing our customers and their families with the services and supports they need. Ability WA supports people living with cerebral palsy, autism and other physical and intellectual disabilities.Our innovative and responsive services can be provided from early infancy through to adulthood. Ability WA has built its reputation as a leading disability services provider by providing excellent service, empowering our customers to realise their abilities.

    Our mission statement

    Our Purpose - Empower people to realise their abilities.

    Reviews overview

    3.149 ratings in total
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    84%
    Rate salary as high or average
    47%
    Employees recommend this employer to friends

    What’s it like working at Ability WA?

    AI summary of recent reviews
    Ability WA stands out for its supportive team culture where colleagues are described as passionate and dedicated to their work. The organisation is particularly appreciated for its meaningful client interactions, flexible work arrangements, and supportive learning environment with good supervision and peer mentoring opportunities. Staff consistently express satisfaction in making a difference in their clients' lives and value the warm, friendly workplace atmosphere.

    However, the organisation faces several operational challenges. The management structure could benefit from improved communication between different levels, while the evolving NDIS environment requires continuous adaptation. Some employees note that workload and administrative duties can be demanding, and as a not-for-profit organisation, there are occasional challenges with resource allocation and infrastructure support.

    Recent reviews

    5.0
    Physiotherapist
    Jun 2025
    Murdoch WA 61508 to 9 years in the role, current employee
    Great support and flexibility in the role, opportunities for development and job satisfaction supporting wonderful customers and their families.
    The good thingsAmazing experience working with customers across a lifespan with varied diagnoses, great support as a new graduate and beyond. Opportunities for leadership and personal growth. The hours are flexible with out of work commitments and great to be part of amazing work with our customers!
    The challengesNavigating changes in the disability sector puts some pressure on not for profit organisations like Ability WA and the teams within.
    5.0
    Therapy Services Operational Manager
    Apr 2025
    All Perth WA1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    Purpose-led, people-focused, and powerfully stretching sums up my experience at Ability WA
    The good thingsAbility WA is truly values-led, flexible, and has an incredibly supportive leadership team. The work is varied and meaningful. The people Ability WA attracts are innovative, empowering, connected, and genuinely person-centred. It’s a rare and inspiring culture to be part of.
    The challengesLike many purpose-driven organisations within a very challenging external environment, resourcing can sometimes be tight, requiring creative problem-solving and prioritisation.
    5.0
    Team Leader
    Apr 2025
    Murdoch WA 615012 to 13 years in the role, current employee
    A dynamic, supportive workplace with great career growth opportunities.
    The good thingsIt has been a positive experience with plenty of career growth opportunities. Flexibility is a major plus, especially for those with young families. The team culture is fun, supportive, and engaging. Leadership development is a priority, with managers who genuinely invest in helping employees grow.
    The challengesWhile the ever-changing nature of the NDIS can be challenging, the organisation does a great job keeping us informed and supported through the changes.
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