Bilingual consulting (T/A Blackburn Speech & Paediatric Therapy) – Melbourne VIC
We are a multidisciplinary allied health clinic providing speech therapy, occupational therapy, play therapy, and psychology services.
We predominately serve paediatric clients, but also provide services to teenagers and adults in the community, depending on their needs.
Our mission is to support and empower our clients through skilled, bilingual and family-centred therapy services.
Through achieving this mission, we aspire to realise our vision to be a beacon of hope for families from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds.
About You :
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy or equivalent
Hold AHPRA registration in Australia
Working with Children Check
Current Drivers License and own transport
Position Summary :
As the Occupational Therapist you are responsible for providing early intensive therapy as well as occupational therapy services and other developmental or learning needs to clients and support their families. You will support children aged 2-17 to achieve their goals. This role is also responsible for supporting continuous improvement in the business performance and effectively contribute towards the achievement of the practice's vision and purpose.
Key Requirements :
A love for working with children
Passionate about Bilingualism
Established the ability to be punctual, reliable, motivated and committed to the team and the families we work with.
A keen desire to follow direction and take initiative.
Demonstrated experience or exposure as a occupational therapist, including the management of children and adolescents in terms of assessment and treatment.
Interest in developing knowledge regarding the assessment and management of bilingual individuals.
Effective oral and written communication skills, along with strong interpersonal, organisational and time management skills.
Proven ability to function as a multidisciplinary team member and be committed to delivering high quality outcomes for children and families.
Experience working culturally and linguistically diverse communities
Experience working with children
Experience with providing group programs for children and their families
Experience in the provision of health promotion/community education activities
Be fluent in English and able to converse in Cantonese and Mandarin




Current driver's license and access to a vehicle which on occasion may be required for work purposes to conduct off site visits.
Specific skills required in management of fine motor development, sensory processing, visual perception and motor planning skills
Demonstrated time management and organisational skills and the ability to coordinate an assigned caseload
Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team and provide patient-centred practice
Punctual, reliable and committed
Clear, personable and professional communication, both written and spoken
Exceptional attention to detail
Professional communication style to all internal and external stakeholders
Good computer skills required for the company practice management software
Ability to work within a team and autonomously
Ability to follow direction and take initiative
Job Responsibility :
Paediatric caseload primarily working with ages 2-17
Meeting with parents or caregivers to conduct initial consultations.
Liaising with parents or caregivers to establish child and family-centred goals.
Conduct therapy to support children to achieve their goals.
Developing resources for therapy and home programs.
Liaising with other professionals that are involved in the child's care.
Manageable client-related responsibilities (approximately 70% of your time), with the remainder allocated for administrative duties and continued learning
Provide high quality customer service to clients and external stakeholders
Respect confidentiality and privacy of practitioners, directors, staff and clients at all times
Maintain a cooperative team environment by communicating openly and in a friendly manner, working efficiently and amicably with all members of the clinic
Provide occupational therapy to clients within the program models
Plan and implement individual and group treatment programs, including therapy assistant programs and multi-disciplinary services
Demonstrate a commitment to best practice principles in the delivery of occupational therapy services




Administer Occupational Therapy assessments and develop and implement therapy plans for any occupational therapy referrals
Monitor, evaluate and review progress and therapy plans
Undertake appropriate professional development, including self-reflection
Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to provide family centred therapy programs
Liaise with referral sources and other key service providers as required
Learn and administer early intervention therapy following the principles
Administer occupational therapy assessments, develop and implement therapy plans, under supervision as required
Monitor, evaluate and review progress and therapy plans
Develop resources to support the programmes
Undertake appropriate professional development, including self-reflection
Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to provide holistic therapy programs
If required, undertake research into case studies and examples
Commitment to meeting client and organisational expectations
Adopt and embrace the companies values and philosophy
Ensure the environment is kept in a safe and hygienic state at all times
Commitment to work as an effective team member
Promote the company and it's interests to the local and wider community
Ensure all communication is completed in a professional and polite manner, to all internal and external stakeholders
Job Functions :
Occupational Therapy
Job Benefits :
Incentive program (commissions) which can add an average of $**** to your annual salary
Company-paid skilled indemnity and public liability insurance
Professional Development and Growth
Annual PD allowance package of $****
Be supported working amongst a team of Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Play Therapists, and Psychologists.
Multidisciplinary meetings and opportunities to discuss complex cases and learn
Routine and regular one-on-one supervision, as well as discipline-specific team meetings focused on ongoing learning and professional development
A filtered caseload according to your experience, where your clients are approved by your supervisor before they are booked with you
Structured onboarding program
Structured graduate program for new graduate therapists
Report writing and travel are booked into your calendar, and do not take away from your administrative time
Ongoing opportunities for career progression, professional development, and training
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📌 Occupational Therapist (Melbourne)
🏢 Bilingual consulting (T/A Blackburn Speech & Paediatric Therapy)
📍 Melbourne