Job Description

Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Contractor

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Bumble Bea Occupational Therapy – Berwick VIC

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Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Contractor

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(Minimum 1–2 Years Experience Required)

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Are you an experienced paediatric OT who loves actual therapy - not admin overload, rushed caseloads, or feeling like you're doing everything on your own?

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At Bumble Bea Occupational Therapy, we've intentionally built a structured, neuro-affirming, values-led practice so clinicians can focus on high-quality, ethical, child-led therapy - supported by systems that genuinely make work easier.

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We're growing the hive and inviting a paediatric Occupational Therapist (contractor) who values autonomy, clarity, and real connection. To support continuity for families and match current referral needs, we are seeking a contractor able to commit to a 2-3 consistent days per week working primarily with children aged 2–12 years. Please only apply if this availability aligns with your current clinical interests.

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Why Bumble Bea Occupational Therapy?

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You focus on therapy - we handle the admin

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- No service agreements, client invoicing, or intake administration
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- Clear documentation expectations and clinical workflows
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- Business systems and templates already established
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Clear, supportive systems (so you're never out of the loop)

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- Splose for scheduling, documentation, and practice management
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- Slack for clear, timely communication and updates You're kept up to date on everything you need to know - without inbox overload
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Google Drive resource library

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- Ready-to-use resources (Use, adapt, or ignore - your clinical autonomy is respected)
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AI-supported workflows

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- Smart templates designed to reduce documentation time
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- Opportunities to contribute ideas and improve systems
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- Innovation welcomed, never forced
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Referral bonus

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- A referral bonus is offered if you introduce a suitable Occupational Therapist who successfully commences as a contractor with Bumble Bea Occupational Therapy
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- Bonus is paid after the referred clinician has completed an initial settling period
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- Referrals are entirely optional and based on qualified fit and alignment
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Connection without pressure

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Being a subcontractor doesn't mean working in isolation.

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You'll be:

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- Connected with other paediatric OTs
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- Part of a well-connected, supportive practice
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- Invited to optional OT catch‐ups and networking opportunities
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And yes - we genuinely enjoy:

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- Catching up over good food
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- Talking therapy, business, growth, and life
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- Keeping things warm, fun, and human
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(Always optional - never expected.)

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Why stay?

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Clinicians who join Bumble Bea will stay because the practice feels calm, clear, and respectful.

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- You're trusted as a professional - no micromanagement
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- There's no pressure to over‐service or inflate hours
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- Systems reduce mental load instead of adding to it
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- You're autonomous, but never alone
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- Feedback is welcomed and acted on
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- The culture is ethical, neuro–affirming, and genuinely supportive
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Put simply: people stay because the work is sustainable.

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The Role

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- Contractor paediatric OT role
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- Community‐based (schools, kinders, and home environments)
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- Children aged approximately 2–12 years
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- Flexible days and session load by agreement
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- You manage clinical sessions and documentation - we manage the business systems
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You'll thrive in this role if you:

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- Are an AHPRA‐registered Occupational Therapist
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- Have paediatric experience (NDIS experience highly regarded)
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- Value ethical, strengths‐based practice
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- Enjoy working within structured systems
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- Want autonomy without admin overwhelm or isolation
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Ready to join the hive?

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Do you crave work where your time is respected & where you're trusted with real autonomy and rewarded with the pay you truly deserve? A workplace that encourages rest, where you can truly thrive – not just survive!

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If you're an experienced paediatric OT looking for a well‐run, connected, clinician‐respecting contractor role, we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Contractor (Victoria)
🏢 Bumble Bea Occupational Therapy
📍 Victoria