Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Therapies for Kids; Inner West; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house support

Competitive remuneration commensurate

RUOK and EAP initiatives

Job summary

Therapies For Kids in Sydney is seeking both experienced and graduate Paediatric Occupational Therapists to join our team, with full-time and part-time positions available. In this role, you will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop individualised treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based Occupational Therapy to support children's motor, sensory, self-care and social-emotional development.

You will collaborate with families, teachers and other professionals, document progress, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy with current registration as an Occupational Therapist in Australia.
• Full Australian working rights.
• Strong clinical skills in assessment, intervention planning, and evidence-based practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience working with both physical and intellectual disabilities desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify the unique needs of each child and develop individualised treatment plans.
• Deliver high-quality occupational therapy services to support children's development of fine and gross motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, and social-emotional skills.
• Collaborate with families, teachers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic, child-centred approach.
• Documenting client progress and maintaining accurate records in accordance with professional standards.
• Participate in regular team meetings and professional development activities to stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Occupational Therapy

Registration in Australia

Job description

Therapies For Kids has an exciting opportunity for experienced and new graduate Paediatric Occupational Therapists to join our team, with full-time and part-time positions available.

In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting children with diverse needs to reach their full potential through evidence-based occupational therapy interventions. Our varied caseload includes children with physical disabilities, neurodivergent children, and typically developing children.

What you'll be doing

Conducting comprehensive assessments to identify the unique needs of each child and develop individualised treatment plans

Delivering high-quality occupational therapy services to support children's development of fine and gross motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, and social-emotional skills

Collaborating with families, teachers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic, child-centred approach

Documenting client progress and maintaining accurate records in accordance with professional standards

Participating in regular team meetings and professional development activities to stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices

What we're looking for

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, with current registration as an Occupational Therapist in Australia

Full Australian working rights

Strong clinical skills in assessment, intervention planning, and evidence-based practice

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams

Experience working with both physical and intellectual disabilities desirable

What we offer

• In-house support
• Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience
• Supportive Environment including RUOk and EAP initiatives

Visit our Careers Page to find out more about the TFK experience: https://therapiesforkids.com.au/careers/

About us

Therapies for Kids is a leading provider of high-quality paediatric allied health services in Sydney. Our mission is to empower children and their families to reach their full potential through evidence-based, family-centred care. We are committed to neuro affirming practice. With a talented and passionate team of transdisciplinary allied health professionals, we deliver a range of services, including occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech pathology, exercise physiology and music therapy.

To find out more, visit: https://therapiesforkids.com.au/

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