Optiform operates as a multi-disciplinary allied health clinic, offering evidence based and patient centred assessment and therapy for children, adolescents and adults.

Our experienced team of clinicians provide professional services including Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Mental Health, and Exercise Therapy.

About You :

- Tertiary Qualification in Occupational Therapy
- Registration with AHPRA
- Membership with Occupational Therapy Australia OR eligibility for membership with Occupational Therapy Australia

Position Summary :

About Optiform

Optiform is an established multidisciplinary Allied Health practice based in Ballarat, providing evidence-based assessment, support and intervention to individuals and families across Ballarat and wider Victoria. Our experienced clinical team includes Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Behaviour Support Practitioners and Allied Health Practitioners who work collaboratively to support people across the lifespan.

Our clinicians deliver a broad range of services including early childhood intervention, aged care support, disability support, behavioural support and participation in everyday environments such as home, school, community and workplace settings.

At Optiform, we are committed to supporting individuals to build skills, confidence and independence so they can participate meaningfully in their families, schools, workplaces and communities.

We maintain strong partnerships with local schools, educators, community organisations, health professionals and support networks to ensure collaborative and coordinated care. Our clinicians regularly work alongside teachers, learning diversity teams, paediatricians, Specialists, GPs, health teams and other allied health professionals to support children and adults in the environments where they live and learn.

Optiform is deeply connected to the Ballarat community. We actively contribute through community partnerships, support groups, and specialised programs designed to build skills and connection for individuals and families. Our team also delivers education and training for local organisations, schools, performing arts groups and community services, including workshops, webinars and professional learning sessions.

We are committed to ongoing professional development and clinical excellence. Our clinicians are supported to pursue advanced training, mentoring and skilled learning to ensure our services remain informed by current research and best practice. This commitment allows us to continually evolve our services and provide high-quality, innovative care to the communities we serve.

Optiform Vision and Values

We provide high-quality, ethical, and affirming allied health care that centres people, relationships, and community. We work collaboratively to promote autonomy, build capacity, and achieve meaningful outcomes for individuals and families.



Our team is supported through open communication, collaboration, and a responsive workplace culture that enables compassionate, evidence-informed practice.

- Our team
- Our community
- Supporting clinicians to be the very best they can be
- Providing high quality, evidence-based intervention and support to our community
- Creating positive outcomes for clients
- Diversity, in all its forms.

About the Occupational Therapy Role

The Occupational Therapist works alongside the multidisciplinary team to provide clinical occupational therapy services to clients using evidence based clinical practice skills.

The role contributes to Optiform's reputation for clinical excellence, client-centred care and collaborative practice. This role supports high standards of clinical governance, mentoring of developing clinicians and continuous improvement across service delivery, including engaging in a chosen Partfolio. The Occupational Therapist works closely with Directors, Clinical Leads and the Practice Manager to support quality outcomes for clients and the sustainability of the practice.

This position may be tailored to suit early career, experienced or senior clinicians, and operates within Optiform's clinical governance and supervision framework. The Occupational Therapist will ensure that their practice is in accordance with Occupational Therapy Australia Code of Ethics and Optiform Policies and Procedures.

Key Requirements :

- Commitment to ethical, client-centred and respectful practice
- Clinical experience working in a paediatric setting either in early childhood intervention service or the disability sector
- Familiarity and experience administering relevant assessment tools
- Experience providing assessment and intervention for a variety of communication delays/disorders including children with developmental delay, developmental coordination disorder, sensory disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder,
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work within a team, communicate collaboratively with clients, families, and medical professionals
- Demonstrated experience working effectively with children and young people of different ages and abilities as well as diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds
- Eligibility for NDIS Worker Screening; police check; and Working With Children Check

Job Responsibility :

Clinical Practice & Service Delivery

- Deliver services in accordance with Occupational Therapy Australia Code of Ethics and Optiform Policies and Procedures.




- Complete comprehensive assessments and provide direct occupational therapy services to clients.
- Provide a comprehensive treatment intervention and appropriate progression treatment to match functional goals
- Be responsible for completing appropriate administrative duties arising from each session instructed. This requires liaison with the office administration team, reporting of statistical data and completion of clinical documentation.
- Participate in multidisciplinary activities e.g. clinical team meetings, triage meetings, or case conferences, as required.

Client Experience & Communication

- Establish and maintain strong therapeutic relationships with clients and families
- Communicate clearly, respectfully and collaboratively with clients, carers, educators and other professionals
- Provide timely updates, reports and recommendations
- Deliver services using client-centred, trauma-informed and neuroaffirming practice principles
- Respond to client enquiries and concerns within agreed timeframes

Professional Practice & Development

- Maintain current registration, professional memberships and insurance requirements
- Participate actively in supervision, peer consultation and reflective practice
- Engage in internal and external professional development activities
- Incorporate feedback from supervision and review processes into clinical practice
- Adhere to Optiform’s clinical policies, procedures and professional standards

Teamwork & Contribution to Culture

- Contribute positively to Optiform’s inclusive, collaborative and values-driven culture
- Participate in team meetings, shared learning and multidisciplinary collaboration
- Support colleagues through respectful communication and teamwork
- Represent Optiform professionally in all internal and external interactions

Administration & Operational Responsibilities

- Maintain accurate client records and documentation in accordance with organisational and funding
- requirements
- Complete clinical notes within required timeframes
- Complete assessment reports within agreed deadlines
- Use practice management and communication systems accurately (e.g. Splose, Teams, Trello)
- Manage appointments, cancellations and scheduling responsibilities effectively

Contribution to the Continuation of the Business

- Meet agreed billable service targets appropriate to experience level
- Participate in group programs, school programs or specialty clinics as appropriate
- Contribute to service development, quality improvement and organisational initiatives
- Provide mentoring, supervision or leadership support as agreed

Job Functions :

Occupational Therapy

Job Benefits :

- Brand New Clinic space to help shape and build as your own.
- Additional 2 weeks of "Life Leave".
- Flexibility to work Part Time.
- True Multidisciplinary Team.

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📌 Occupational Therapist Senior (Ballarat)
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