Clinic, community and nature-based therapy | MelbourneAre you an OT who wants the freedom to provide thoughtful, creative and genuinely child-centred therapy, without the pressure of KPIs?
Therapy4Life is looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic Pediatric OT to join our supportive team.
This is a unique opportunity to work across our Mordialloc clinic, Somerville therapy farm and local community settings while developing a caseload that reflects your interests and strengths.About the RoleYou will support children, adolescents and adults.Therapy sessions may address:Sensory processing and regulationEmotional regulation and wellbeingFine and gross motor developmentAttention, confidence and participationSocial engagement and relationshipsFeeding and mealtime participationSelf-care and daily living skillsRoutines and independenceKinder and school readinessCommunity access and functional life skillsOur OTs use child-centred, neuro-affirming, trauma‐aware and strengths‐based approaches.
Sessions are practical, engaging and purposeful, with therapy carefully adapted to each child's developmental stage, interests, goals and support needs.We place a strong emphasis on helping children transfer their skills into everyday life at home, kinder, school and in the community.
Families are supported throughout the therapy process with education, practical strategies and recommendations that can be implemented beyond the therapy session.About Therapy4LifeTherapy4Life provides OT, Therapy Assistant support and equine‐assisted and nature‐based programs for children, adolescents and adults across Melbourne.Our Mordialloc clinic includes vibrant sensory rooms, interactive projection systems and therapy spaces designed to support emotional regulation, motor development and meaningful engagement,



with beautiful beach views from every room.Our private Somerville therapy farm provides a calm and nature‐rich environment with sensory gardens, water play, messy play, a giant swing and a diverse group of therapy animals.
Sessions may incorporate animal care, equine‐assisted activities, nature‐based play and outdoor functional skill development.We also provide mobile therapy across Kingston, Bayside, the Mornington Peninsula and surrounding areas, offering a varied combination of clinic, community and nature‐based practice.What You'll Have the Opportunity to DoProvide evidence‐informed and neuro‐affirming OTDesign creative and meaningful individual therapy programsCo‐design and facilitate small therapy groupsSupport sensory processing, emotional regulation, functional skills and participationWork collaboratively with families, educators and other members of a child's support networkDeliver therapy across clinic, community and farm environmentsParticipate in reflective practice, supervision and team learningContribute your ideas, interests and clinical strengths to the continued development of our servicesWhy Join Therapy4Life?
No KPIsAbove‐award remunerationAccrued RDOsFlexible days,



hours and work locationsStructured and comprehensive in‐house supervisionA robust professional development programSupportive and experienced OTs who genuinely enjoy learning togetherRegular opportunities for team reflection and collaborationStrong administrative and Therapy Assistant supportAccess to NDIS guidance from our knowledgeable administration teamAn extensive library of assessments, templates and therapy resourcesEmployee Assistance Program accessRegular team social activitiesA relaxed, caring and inclusive workplaceThe opportunity to work with therapy animals at the farm and enjoy beach views from our Mordialloc clinicWe value work‐life balance and want our OTs to have the time, support and flexibility required to provide high‐quality therapy without feeling rushed or measured by unrealistic productivity targets.About YouYou will need:A recognised degree in Occupational TherapyCurrent AHPRA registration, or eligibility to obtain registrationA current Working with Children CheckA valid driver's licenseAccess to a reliable vehicleYou may be a good fit for our team if you are:Compassionate, reflective and relationship‐focusedCommitted to neuro‐affirming and strengths‐based practicePassionate about supporting children and familiesInterested in sensory regulation, emotional wellbeing and meaningful participationCreative, curious and open to learningComfortable working outdoors and around animalsA collaborative team member who values communication and shared growthExperience in pediatric OT is welcomed, although we also encourage applications from early‐career and developing OTs who are eager to learn and would benefit from comprehensive supervision and support.Training or experience in equine‐assisted or nature‐based therapy would be considered a valuable bonus; however, the primary focus of the position remains pediatric OT.
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📌 Occupational Therapist (Victoria)
🏢 Therapy 4 Life
📍 Victoria