? We're Hiring: Occupational Therapist | Paediatric Allied Health | Clayton South & Heidelberg

Are you an Occupational Therapist who lights up when a child hits a milestone they've been working toward for months?

Whether you're a new graduate ready to launch your career or an experienced OT looking for a practice that genuinely invests in your growth — we want to meet you.

? About First Step Therapy Services

At FSTS, we specialise in paediatric therapy for children aged 0–18 years across our Clayton South and Heidelberg clinics. Our multidisciplinary team takes a strengths-based, family-centred approach — building real, functional goals with children and the people who love them most.

We're growing, and we're looking for an OT who wants to grow with us.

✨ What makes FSTS different

We know what early-career and mid-career OTs actually need — and we've built our support structure around that:

- ? Structured New Graduate Program — you won't be thrown in the deep end
- ?‍⚕️ Weekly 1:1 supervision with a Senior Occupational Therapist
- ? Monthly in-service training and ongoing PD investment
- ? A collaborative multidisciplinary team (physio, OT, allied health)
- ? Clinics built around kids — genuine, warm, and fun to work in
- ? A leadership team that mentors,



not just manages

? Your day-to-day will include

- Paediatric assessments and therapy across developmental, sensory, and functional domains
- Functional Capacity Assessments and reports (full training provided)
- Home modification assessments and reports (full training provided)
- Complex equipment prescription — seating, wheeled mobility, and more (full training provided)
- Collaborating with physiotherapists, educators, support coordinators, and families

? What you need

- Bachelor's or Master's in Occupational Therapy
- AHPRA registration (or imminent graduation — new grads welcome!)
- A genuine passion for working with children with additional needs
- Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
- Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening, First Aid/CPR, and a valid Australian driver's licence

? Ready to take the first step?

Reach out to Tammy directly on 0451 091 261 for a chat, email your CV to [email protected], or apply via the link below.

We'd love to hear your story. ?

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📌 Occupational Therapist (Melbourne)
🏢 First Step Therapy Services
📍 Melbourne