Occupational Therapist | Nature Based, Paediatric Therapy | Onsite Role

Gorilla Jobs; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

PD budget

Outreach program

Work-life balance

Job summary

Gorilla Jobs is seeking an experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist for an onsite role focused on nature-based therapy just north of Brisbane. You will deliver outdoor therapies and support children to thrive in daily life, with flexible hours including a 9-day fortnight and WFH for admin tasks.

The role emphasizes a low billable target and opportunities to contribute to a small, client-first team with outreach potential and a company car option.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of paediatric OT experience and AHPRA registration.
• Passion for outdoors and nature-based therapy with children.
• Unrestricted working rights in Australia and driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy for paediatric NDIS and private clients with a focus on sensory processing, motor development and self-care.
• Deliver therapy outdoors with client-driven programs on-site; some community visits.
• Collaborate with a small team and shape caseloads and hours to suit families.
• Engage in ongoing supervision and professional development.

Skills

Paediatric OT

AHPRA registration

Outdoor therapy

NDIS experience

Job description

Occupational Therapist | Nature Based, Paediatric Therapy | Onsite Role

Are you an experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist (2+ years) with a passion for the outdoors and an interest in the benefits of nature-based therapy?

This is your chance to join a niche, dynamic, and client-first practice unlike any other - where your professional and personal passions unite.

• Salaries starting from $85,000 - $110,000 + Super
• Paediatric Caseload (predominantly school aged) on site with some community visits
• Flexible working hours, option to work 9 day fortnight & WFH for admin

Located just 30 minutes north of Brisbane CBD, this small and close-knit team is dedicated to delivering meaningful, individualised therapy that helps children thrive - not just in the clinic, but in life.

Part time & Full time role available. For more information, call 0468412***.

Why You’ll Love this Role

• Conduct therapy outdoors - canoeing, hiking, kayaking, swimming, gardening, and mud play on 7000 sqm of natural bushland
• Flexible hours, 9-day fortnight option, and WFH for admin tasks
• Salary starting at $85,000 - $110,000 + Super (based on experience)
• Low billable targets: 4-5 a day with a focus on quality, not quantity
• $1,500 PD budget annually to pursue your interests & regular in house training with the team
• Company car available for outreach and community visits, or travel allowance if using your own vehicle
• Opportunity to participate in the Kindy Uplift Program, delivering outreach to rural communities
• Build long-lasting professional relationships with colleagues, clients, and families
• Regular team social events - from kayaking and roller skating to moonlight hikes and camping trips

What you’ll be doing

• Provide therapy for paediatric NDIS and private clients, with a focus on sensory processing, motor development, emotional regulation, and self-care
• Deliver therapy outdoors, creating fun, intentional, and client-driven programs
• Collaborate closely with a small, supportive team
• Have autonomy to shape your caseload and working hours around client needs

Support you can count on

• Weekly meetings with the Director
• Regular supervision and professional development
• Flexible working conditions and genuine work-life balance
• Opportunities to shape and improve the service

About You

You're an enthusiastic, experienced OT who:

• Has 2+ years of paediatric OT experience and AHPRA registration
• Shares a love for the outdoors and isn't afraid to get your hands dirty
• Values teamwork and genuine connections - the kind that last a lifetime
• Believes in the transformative power of nature for children with neurodiverse conditions
• Prioritises work-life balance and isn't motivated solely by salary
• Has an interest in outreach and improving access to therapy in rural areas
• Has AHPRA registration
• Unrestricted working rights in Australia
• Drivers licence and own vehicle

Referral BONUS: We offer $300 to you if you refer a friend/colleague who we help into a new role!

Additional information

• Nature Based Therapy: Gardening, Canoing, Hiking, Nature Play, Swimming
• $1500 CPD Allowance per year & Fortnightly Supervision & In House Training
• Outreach: Option to participate in the Kindy Uplift program in Rural Areas