Contractor Occupational Therapist for Cheltenham VIC
Job Type: Contract position | Casual position
Job Description
Occupational Therapist (Contractor) | Paediatric Focus | Cheltenham & Outreach
Cheltenham Clinic + Community Outreach (Home, Kindergarten, School)
Flexible Contractor Role | Full-Time or Part-Time Options
Competitive Contractor Rates / Percentage Split + Benefits
Are you an Occupational Therapist passionate about making a meaningful difference in children's lives?
Our client is a growing paediatric therapy practice dedicated to helping children reach their full potential through personalised, evidence-based, and family-centred care.
They are now seeking a motivated Occupational Therapist Contractor to join their warm, collaborative team in the Bayside area.
About the Role
As a Contractor Occupational Therapist, you will enjoy a varied and rewarding caseload across clinic and community settings.
You will:
Provide engaging, evidence-based OT assessments and interventions for paediatric clients
Deliver therapy in a modern, well-resourced clinic environment
Conduct outreach sessions in natural environments including homes, schools, and kindergartens
Develop individualised, goal-directed therapy plans tailored to each child and family
Support children with developmental, sensory, motor, and functional challenges
Collaborate closely with families, educators, and multidisciplinary professionals
Monitor progress and adjust intervention plans to ensure meaningful outcomes




Maintain high-quality documentation and contribute to best-practice care
Stay up to date with current evidence-based paediatric approaches
What's On Offer
Flexible contractor arrangement with autonomy over your schedule
Competitive contractor rates / percentage split
Adaptable working hours to support work-life balance
Strong professional development and paediatric training opportunities
Mentoring and supervision from experienced clinicians
Supportive, close-knit multidisciplinary team culture
Meaningful paediatric caseload with variety across clinic and community settings
Opportunities for ongoing career growth within a growing organisation
You'll Bring
Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
Current AHPRA registration
Genuine passion for paediatric and family-centred care
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team
Commitment to ongoing professional learning and evidence-based practice
Additional Requirements
Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
Current Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
Valid Driver's Licence and access to reliable transport
About You
You are a compassionate and motivated Occupational Therapist who enjoys working with children and families in both clinic and natural environments.
You value collaboration, growth, and delivering meaningful, child-focused outcomes.
If you're looking for a flexible contractor opportunity where you can truly make an impact in paediat.
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📌 Contractor Occupational Therapist For Cheltenham Vic (Melbourne)
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