Occupational Therapist and Speech Pathologist

Play grow thrive; Mornington; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Supervision & mentorship

Competitive remuneration

Family-centred culture

Job summary

Play Grow Thrive is seeking an Occupational Therapist or Speech Pathologist to join our mobile paediatric practice across the Mornington Peninsula. Flexible arrangements, autonomy, and meaningful, family-centred care are core.

Our mission focuses on neuroaffirming, play-based, relationship-centred therapy that supports children in their daily environments. We welcome clinicians who value connection, collaboration, and lifelong learning, with opportunities to shape a growing service and work

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Occupational Therapy or Speech Pathology.
• Current Working With Children Check.
• National Police Check.
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle.
• Eligibility to work in Australia.
• Current registration or membership with AHPRA (OT) or Speech Pathology Australia.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and therapy services within homes, schools, kindergartens, and community settings.
• Develop individualised therapy plans reflecting each child's strengths and goals.
• Build strong relationships with families and empower parents through education and practical strategies.
• Collaborate with educators, teachers, and other health professionals.
• Complete reports, recommendations, and progress documentation.
• Deliver therapy that is engaging, meaningful, and connected to everyday life.
• Advocate for neuroaffirming, strengths-based practice.
• Contribute to service growth and development.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Collaboration

Independent work

Family engagement

Play-based therapy

Neuroaffirming

Education

Relevant qualification in Occupational Therapy or Speech Pathology

Job description

Occupational Therapist and Speech Pathologist

Occupational Therapist / Speech Pathologist

Play Grow Thrive | Mornington Peninsula

Nurturing growth through play

Are you the kind of therapist who believes there is always a reason behind a child's behaviour?

Do you value connection before compliance, curiosity before judgement, and meaningful progress over quick fixes?

At Play Grow Thrive, we're looking for a passionate Occupational Therapist or Speech Pathologist to join our growing mobile paediatric practice supporting children and families across the Mornington Peninsula.

This role offers flexibility, autonomy, meaningful clinical work, and the opportunity to grow alongside a values-driven practice making a genuine difference in the lives of children and families.

About Play Grow Thrive

Play Grow Thrive is a family-centred mobile paediatric therapy service supporting children with:

• Autism
• ADHD
• Emotional regulation challenges
• Everyday participation challenges

We provide therapy within children's natural environments including homes, schools, kindergartens, and community settings.

Our approach is:

• Play-based
• Neuroaffirming
• Relationship-centred
• Family-focused
• Practical and functional
• Grounded in understanding the whole child

We believe behaviour is communication, understanding comes before change, and meaningful progress happens when children feel safe, supported, and understood.

Our mission is to help families move from confusion and overwhelm to confidence, connection, and thriving together.

About the Role

This is a flexible position that can be tailored to suit the right clinician.

Whether you're looking for part-time, full-time, contractor, school-hours, we'd love to create a role that supports both your professional goals and personal life.

As part of this role, you will:

• Provide assessment and therapy services within homes, schools, kindergartens, and community settings
• Support children with a range of developmental, sensory, communication, emotional regulation, and participation needs
• Develop individualised therapy plans that reflect each child's strengths, interests, and goals
• Build strong relationships with families and empower parents through education and practical strategies
• Collaborate with educators, teachers, allied health professionals, and support teams
• Complete reports, recommendations, and progress documentation
• Deliver therapy that feels engaging, meaningful, and connected to everyday life
• Advocate for neuroaffirming, strengths-based practice
• Contribute ideas and help shape a growing service committed to high-quality family-centred care

Who We're Looking For

More than experience, we're looking for the right person.

Someone who genuinely enjoys working alongside children and families and who aligns with our values of connection, understanding, and collaboration.

You might be a great fit if you are:

• Caring and compassionate
• Empathetic and emotionally intelligent
• Fun, playful, and able to build trust with children
• Proactive and motivated
• Curious and interested in understanding the "why" behind challenges
• Collaborative and relationship-focused
• Confident working independently while remaining connected to a team
• Strong in communication and family engagement
• Passionate about neuroaffirming and family-centred practice
• Committed to ongoing learning and professional growth

We Understand Mobile Therapy Can Feel Isolating

Working on the road offers incredible flexibility and the opportunity to support children in the environments where they learn, play, and grow every day.

But we also understand that mobile therapy can sometimes feel isolating.

As therapists, we've experienced those moments where you wish you could quickly bounce ideas off a colleague, debrief after a challenging session, celebrate a breakthrough, or simply feel connected to a team that understands the work you do.

At Play Grow Thrive, we are committed to creating connection, collaboration, and support, even when we're working across different locations.

You will be supported through:

• Regular clinical supervision and mentoring
• Opportunities for case discussion and collaborative problem-solving
• Ongoing professional development and learning
• Open communication and responsive support
• A culture where questions are encouraged and no one is expected to figure everything out alone
• Genuine connection with a team that shares your values and passion for supporting children and families

As both a therapist and a mother, I understand the importance of feeling supported in your role. While mobile therapy offers incredible freedom and flexibility, I believe clinicians deserve strong professional support, encouragement, and opportunities to connect.

You’ll have the autonomy to work independently while knowing you're part of a team that genuinely has your back.

Why Join Play Grow Thrive?

Flexible work arrangements designed around your life and goals

Competitive remuneration and flexibility tailored to experience and role structure

Regular clinical supervision, mentoring, and professional support

A supportive and collaborative culture built on kindness, trust, and communication

The opportunity to work creatively and holistically with children and families

Meaningful work that creates lasting impact in children's everyday lives

Family-centred values at the heart of everything we do

The chance to help shape and grow a values-driven practice from the ground up

Grow With Us

Play Grow Thrive is in an exciting stage of growth, and we're looking for clinicians who want to grow alongside us.

We're not simply building a mobile therapy service — we're building a community of clinicians and a long-term vision for holistic, family-centred care on the Mornington Peninsula.

While this role offers flexibility and autonomy now, there will also be opportunities for clinicians who are interested in developing their career over time.

As the practice expands, our vision is to create a purpose-designed clinic space that complements our mobile services and provides even more opportunities for children and families to thrive.

We envision a warm, welcoming environment equipped with therapeutic resources such as:

• Sensory and regulation spaces
• Therapy swings and suspended equipment
• Gross motor and movement-based play equipment
• Parent consultation and education spaces
• Purpose-built environments that support connection, regulation, play, and participation

We are passionate about creating a space where children feel safe, engaged, and excited to learn, while families feel supported and understood.

Alongside this growth, there will be opportunities for team members to contribute to and lead areas such as:

• Clinical mentoring and supervision
• Team leadership opportunities
• Program development and service innovation
• Practice growth and management roles
• Development of specialised clinical programs and areas of interest
• Contributing to the design and development of future clinic-based services

Whether your goal is to deepen your clinical expertise, become a mentor, step into leadership, help shape innovative therapy spaces, or contribute to the future direction of the practice, we want to support your professional journey.

We believe great therapists thrive when they feel valued, supported, challenged, and empowered to continue growing.

Relevant qualification in Occupational Therapy or Speech Pathology

Current AHPRA registration (Occupational Therapist) or Speech Pathology Australia membership

Current Working With Children Check

National Police Check

Valid driver's licence and reliable vehicle

Eligibility to work in Australia

A Note From Sarah

I created Play Grow Thrive because I wanted families to experience support that feels practical, compassionate, and achievable in everyday life.

My experience as both a therapist and a mother has shown me that families don't need perfection. They need understanding, connection, and strategies that genuinely fit their lives.

The same philosophy applies to the team I hope to build.

I want Play Grow Thrive to be a place where clinicians feel supported, valued, encouraged to grow, and trusted to bring their unique strengths to their work.

If you're looking for a role where relationships matter, curiosity is valued, and meaningful impact is at the centre of what you do, I'd love to hear from you.