Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Early Career or Experienced
Play To Live Occupational Therapy – Werribee VIC
Play To Live Occupational Therapy
is a community-based paediatric service located in Melbourne's Western Suburbs, predominately servicing suburbs within the Wyndham area. We are excited to announce that we are expanding the team, with new occupational therapist positions available.
We're seeking an
early career therapist
or
experienced therapist
to join our team.
About The Role:
You will support children aged 0-12 to achieve their goals through community-based therapy. Play To Live Occupational Therapy predominately works with NDIS, Medicare, and privately paying clients. You will have a varied caseload, including Autistic and ADHD'er clients, and clients with other developmental differences or genetic differences.
You will work closely with families, kindergartens, schools, and other allied health professionals as you provide services within the child's natural environment. You have the opportunity to have autonomy over scheduling, or receive support if this is a preference.
What we offer?
Above award base salary: 80k-115k + Superannuation and reimbursements depending on experience level
Reimbursement of skilled indemnity and public liability insurance
Reimbursement of AHPRA registration fees
Structured on-boarding program and new graduate program
Client-free day every week to allow for reasonable planning and documentation time
Manageable case-load of 4 clients per client-facing day - we have a strong focus on quality over quantity
Flexible working arrangements to assist you in achieving a great work-life balance, including the option to work from home during client-free time
Ongoing opportunities for career progression, professional development, and training with $**** annual PD budget




Opportunity to complete workshops and webinars on neurodiversity-affirming practice and access 1:1 support to implement this into your practice
Fantastic resources including assessments, toys, games, books, and technology including business laptopand phone
Your role with include:
Meeting with parents or caregivers to conduct initial consultations.
Liaising with parents or caregivers to establish client centered and strengths-based goals.
Creating therapy plans to support children to achieve their goals.
Collaborating with other professionals including allied health, GP's, and teachers
Providing therapy support within the child's natural environment including home, school, kinder, and/or childcare.
Learning to conduct standardised Occupational Therapy and developmental assessments.
Writing progress reports, including NDIS reviews, GP letters, and summary reports.
About You
As our newest Occupational Therapist, you will have a passion for paediatrics and a caring and empathetic approach to your work. You will have,
or
have the ability to acquire:
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or equivalent
Full AHPRA registration
Adequate written and verbal communication skills or the ability to request for accommodations in order to complete the role
Australian drivers license and fully insured car
Working with Children Check and National Police Check
Professional Indemnity and malpractice insurance
Desired background/experience but not required:
NDIS knowledge and experience
Paediatric placement or experience
Understanding of Neurodiversity Aff...?
Understanding of Autism, ADHD, Global Developmental Delay, and Down Syndrome
Understanding of sensory processing
New Graduates and experienced therapists are welcomed.
If you require accommodations for the interview process please contact us on the details above to arrange accommodations prior.
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📌 Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Early Career Or Experienced (Melbourne)
🏢 Play To Live Occupational Therapy
📍 Melbourne