Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Chatabout Speech Pathology; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring program

Beautiful workspace

Professional development budget

Supportive multidisciplinary team

Job summary

ChatAbout Speech and Occupational Therapy in Sydney's Casula clinic is seeking an Occupational Therapist early in their career to join a friendly multidisciplinary team. You will conduct evaluations, develop treatment plans, and integrate evidence-based practices to support children and families.

The role offers structured mentoring, professional development opportunities, a brand-new workspace, and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Recognised degree in occupational therapy.
• Registered or eligibility to register with AHPRA.
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates.
• Strong clinical skills, including assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic intervention.
• Demonstrated experience using a client and family-centred approach.
• Demonstrated experience working with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and engage with clients and their families.
• Working with Children Check and Police Check.
• Driver’s licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess clients' functional abilities and identify areas for intervention.
• Develop individualised treatment plans based on assessment findings, client goals, and evidence-based practice guidelines.
• Keep up to date with current developments in Occupational Therapy and ensure these are reflected in service delivery.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records.
• Provide education and support to clients and their families.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Client-centred approach

Mentoring opportunities

Education

Recognised degree in occupational therapy

Registered with AHPRA or eligibility

Job description

At ChatAbout Speech and Occupational Therapy, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, client-centred care that empowers children to achieve their goals and enhance their overall well-being. This role is suitable for early career Occupational Therapists. We are committed to fostering professional growth and development, with opportunities for continuing education and structured mentoring.

We are seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team and contribute to our mission of supporting and advocating for the needs of our clients and their families. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment at our Casula clinic, where you will have the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients.

This role offers a wide range of clinical experience, with the current caseload including assessment and treatment of children with attention difficulties, autism, coordination difficulties, learning difficulties, sensory processing and social/emotional difficulties.

Benefits & culture:

• Structuredmentoring -and access to continuing education;
• Beautiful workspace -beautiful brand new office space;
• Professional development - generous professional development budget in addition to in-house professional development;
• Wonderful team - Join a friendly, supportive, and dynamic multidisciplinary team!
  

About the role

We have a rare opportunity for a passionate OccupationalTherapistto join our wonderful Casulateam!

What we offer:

• Generous yearly professional development budget,
• Administrative support that looks after drafting service agreements, booking appointments, processing payments, etc. on your behalf,
• Structured mentoring program,
• In-house professional development sessions,
• Peer support and 1:1 supervision,
• Brand new working space,
• Clinic-based, offering 1:1 therapy and group therapy (e.g., social skills, Lego, board-games and arts and crafts);
• Opportunity to create and implement special interest projects;
• New graduates are welcome to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess clients' functional abilities and identify areas for intervention,
• Develop individualised treatment plans based on assessment findings, client goals, and evidence-based practice guidelines,
• Keep up to date with current developments in Occupational Therapy and ensure these are reflected in service delivery,
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care,
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records,
• Provide education and support to clients and their families.

Qualifications:

• Recognised degree in occupational therapy,
• Registered or eligibility to register with AHPRA,
• Current First Aid and CPR certificates,
• Strong clinical skills, including assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic intervention,
• Demonstrated experience using a client and family-centred approach,
• Demonstrated experience working with a multi-disciplinary team,
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and engage with clients and their families,
• Working with Children Check and Police Check,
• Driver’s licence and access to a vehicle,
  

If you have further enquiries about this role, please feel free to send us an email at *****@chatabout.com.au.