Join a Growing Multidisciplinary Paediatric Practice in Armadale

The Kids Clinic is a growing specialist paediatric practice located in the heart of Armadale, Melbourne. We are seeking passionate, experienced and motivated Clinical Psychologists, Speech Pathologists and Occupational Therapists to join our multidisciplinary team and support the increasing demand for developmental, behavioural and general paediatric services.

Our clinic provides specialist paediatric care for children and adolescents with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, developmental delays, learning difficulties, behavioural challenges, emotional and mental health concerns, and other complex developmental conditions.

We are looking for allied health professionals who enjoy working collaboratively with paediatricians and other healthcare providers to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based assessments and ongoing therapeutic support.

Current Opportunities1. Clinical Psychologist / Registered Psychologist

We are seeking psychologists with experience and a strong interest in paediatric developmental, cognitive, educational and psychological assessments.

Key areas of practice include:

- Cognitive and intellectual assessments (e.g., WISC-V, WPPSI-IV).
- Educational achievement and specific learning disorder assessments (e.g., WIAT-III and other appropriate instruments).
- ADHD and autism-related psychological assessments as part of multidisciplinary evaluations.
- Assessment of anxiety, depression, emotional regulation and behavioural difficulties.
- Adaptive functioning and developmental assessments.
- Evidence-based psychological therapies, including CBT, for children and adolescents.
- Parent coaching, behavioural intervention and family support.
- Preparation of comprehensive psychological assessment reports and recommendations for schools, families and other professionals.

Clinical Psychologists and generally registered psychologists with relevant paediatric assessment experience are encouraged to apply.

2. Speech Pathologist – Paediatric

We are seeking qualified Speech Pathologists interested in providing comprehensive assessment and therapy services for children and adolescents.

Key areas of practice include:

- Speech sound and articulation assessments.
- Receptive and expressive language assessments.
- Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) assessment and management.
- Social communication and pragmatic language assessments.




- Speech and language assessments supporting multidisciplinary autism evaluations.
- Literacy, phonological awareness and language-based learning difficulties.
- Childhood apraxia of speech and motor speech disorders.
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), where appropriately trained.
- Individualised speech and language therapy.
- Parent education, school liaison and collaborative intervention planning.

3. Occupational Therapist – Paediatric

We are seeking experienced Occupational Therapists with an interest in developmental and behavioural paediatrics.

Key areas of practice include:

- Fine motor skills, handwriting and visual-motor integration assessments.
- Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) and motor coordination difficulties.
- Sensory processing and sensory modulation assessments.
- Activities of daily living and functional capacity assessments.
- Emotional regulation and executive functioning support.
- Functional assessment of children with ADHD, autism and developmental delays.
- School readiness, classroom participation and functional skill development.
- Individualised occupational therapy interventions.
- Parent coaching and school-based recommendations.
- NDIS-related functional assessments and reports, where appropriate.

Why Join The Kids Clinic?

We aim to provide a collaborative professional environment where allied health practitioners can focus on delivering high-quality clinical care while benefiting from the infrastructure of an established specialist paediatric service.

What we offer:

- Established paediatric referral network: Opportunities to receive referrals from our paediatricians and referring general practitioners.
- Multidisciplinary collaboration: Work alongside experienced paediatricians and other allied health professionals.
- Flexible working arrangements: Choose your preferred working days and clinical sessions, subject to room availability.
- Competitive fee-sharing model: Percentage-based service fee arrangement rather than a traditional salaried position.
- Consulting facilities: Access to professional consulting rooms in our Armadale clinic.
- Administrative support:



Appointment scheduling, patient enquiries and billing support, as agreed.
- Skilled independence: Maintain clinical autonomy and responsibility for your professional practice.
- Long-term opportunities: Become part of a growing paediatric service with scope to develop specialised assessment and therapy programs.

Our Preferred Candidates

Applicants should demonstrate:

- Relevant qualifications and current AHPRA registration (Psychologists and Occupational Therapists) or eligibility for Speech Pathology Australia Certified Practising Speech Pathologist status.
- Experience working with children, adolescents and families.
- Strong clinical assessment, report-writing and therapeutic skills.
- Excellent communication and collaborative working skills.
- Appropriate professional indemnity insurance.
- Current Working with Children Check and other applicable professional clearances.
- An interest in multidisciplinary developmental and behavioural paediatric care.
- Ability to work independently under a subcontractor arrangement.

Experience in private practice, paediatric assessment services or multidisciplinary developmental clinics will be highly regarded.

Engagement and Remuneration

These positions are offered under an independent subcontractor model with a negotiated percentage-based fee-sharing arrangement.

The arrangement is intended to provide flexibility, professional independence and access to clinic facilities, administrative infrastructure and referral opportunities.

The specific fee split and service arrangements will be discussed individually, taking into account the professional discipline, services provided and support requirements.

Both established practitioners and motivated professionals seeking to expand their private paediatric practice are welcome to apply.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about helping children and adolescents reach their developmental, educational and emotional potential, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your clinical experience, areas of special interest and preferred availability.

The Kids Clinic:

758–760 High Street, Armadale VIC 3143

Website: www.thekidsclinic.com.au
Email: [email protected]

Join us in building a collaborative, comprehensive and family-centred paediatric service in Melbourne.

Pay: From $70.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16.0 per week

Work Location: In person

📌 Allied Health Professionals – Clinical Psychologist, Speech Pathologist & Occupational Therapist (Armadale)
🏢 The Kids Clinic , Armadale
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