Head of Occupational Therapy: Education & Leadership

Star HR; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Star HR is seeking a Clinical Manager & Occupational Therapy Educator in Cairns to lead and mentor a team of clinicians across four North Queensland clinics. This role focuses on management and education with no caseload, offering a competitive six-figure base salary and a strong support network from the senior leadership team.

You will drive professional development, oversee OT education programs, and strengthen local referral networks through community engagement, while maintaining a flexible,

Qualifications

• Tertiary Qualifications in Occupational Therapy with AHPRA Registration.
• Strong clinical background across age range is valued.
• Leadership experience in the workplace with collaborative style.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Driver's license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary Cairns team including Occupational Therapists and Speech Pathologists.
• Drive staff engagement and role satisfaction across the team.
• Initiate community engagement projects and represent the service.
• Design, plan and facilitate OT education within the business, from a Graduate Program to Senior Clinician support.
• Develop and implement updated Occupational Therapy best practice across the business.
• Collaborate with managers to contribute to the senior leadership team.

Skills

Leadership

Educational leadership

Mentoring

Education

Occupational Therapy degree with AHPRA registration

Job description

Star HR is seeking a Clinical Manager & Occupational Therapy Educator in Cairns to lead and mentor a team of clinicians across four North Queensland clinics. This role focuses on management and education with no caseload, offering a competitive six-figure base salary and a strong support network from the senior leadership team.

You will drive professional development, oversee OT education programs, and strengthen local referral networks through community engagement, while maintaining a flexible,