Occupational Therapist (Paediatric)
Grade 1 Or Grade 2 (dependent On Experience)
Help children thrive through meaningful participation and family‐centred care
Join Better Health Network and become part of a passionate multidisciplinary Child & Family Services team dedicated to supporting children and families across south‐east Melbourne.
1 FTE Perm and Temp Contracts | Parkdale, Bentleigh East, Chelsea Locations
What We Offer
Part time or Full-Time flexible opportunity | Perm Contract or Fixed Term
Supportive multidisciplinary environment
Clinical supervision and peer support from experienced clinicians
Diverse and rewarding paediatric caseload across multiple funding streams
Opportunities to facilitate groups, health promotion and innovative service delivery
Work alongside experienced Allied Health professionals in a collaborative team culture
A healthy work‐life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave & well‐being program
Opportunity to influence service innovation and quality improvement
Boost your take home pay with NFP Salary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as: Novated leasing, work related expenses, self‐education and additional superannuation
Relocation support: If you have relocated permanently for work purposes you may be able to substantially increase your take‐home pay by salary packaging some or all of your relocation costs.
About The Role
Based across our Southern Catchment locations,



you will work closely with children, families and the multidisciplinary team to provide assessment, intervention and support for preschool and primary school aged children.
Using a family‐centred and strengths‐based approach, you will help children build meaningful skills and improve participation across their home, school and community environments.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver high‐quality paediatric occupational therapy services to children and families
Conduct standardised and observational assessments to develop therapy plans tailored to individual goals
Support children across areas including motor skills, play, self‐regulation and executive functioning
Work collaboratively with families to identify priorities and functional outcomes
Plan and facilitate group therapy sessions and health promotion activities
Collaborate with multidisciplinary clinicians and community stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes for children
Contribute to service innovation, quality improvement and best practice initiatives
Maintain accurate documentation, reporting and client records including TRAKCare
Support and mentor students and graduates within the service
About You




You are a passionate and adaptable Occupational Therapist who values collaboration, evidence‐based practice and empowering families.
You will bring
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or recognised equivalent qualification
Current AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
Experience or knowledge in paediatric occupational therapy, community health or allied health services
Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
Commitment to family‐centred and strengths‐based practice
Working with Children Check and current Victorian Driver Licence
Experience working within the NDIS funding model is desirable
Apply now by submitting a resume detailing your skills and experience, and a cover letter that outlines why you'd like to join the BHN team and why you would be suitable for the role.
Please note shortlisting and assessment will commence as applications are received.
Contact: Sherianne Wong, Team Leader CAFT Southern Catchment at for a confidential discussion.
Pre‐employment requirements: All offers of employment are subject to reference checks, a national police check, working with children check, verification of the right to work in Australia, and other required probity and screening requirements.
Better Health Network is an equal opportunity employer.
We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including those from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, and LGBTI+ communities.
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📌 Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Southern (Melbourne)
🏢 Better Health Network
📍 Melbourne