Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Experienced on New Grad - Toowoomba QLD (JOB -10003856)

Health Workforce Queensland; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider is seeking a Paediatric Occupational Therapist in Toowoomba, Queensland. This full-time role allows for flexibility in scheduling, offering an environment characterized by teamwork and mentorship. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Occupational Therapy and aims to make a significant impact by delivering tailored therapy solutions to children and families. The role involves collaboration with a supportive team and the option for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Laptop and phone provided

Relocation assistance may be available

Qualifications

• Current registration with AHPRA and Occupational Therapy Australia is required.
• A valid driver’s licence is necessary.
• Experience or willingness to work with children is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver meaningful, evidence-based therapy to children and families.
• Collaborate with caregivers and team members to provide holistic care.
• Design and implement customised therapy plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaborative approach

Ability to design therapy plans

Education

Bachelor or Masters degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

• Open to New Graduates!

• Enjoy flexibility that fits your life

• Deliver customised solutions to make a real difference

• Professional growth through ongoing development and career advancement opportunities

Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Experienced on New Grad – Toowoomba, Queensland.

Employment Type: Permanent – Full-Time.

Practice Information:

This practice offers Occupational Therapy and Educational Support for children and young adults, aged 0-18. Their vision is to equip families and children with strategies and supports that enable them to become powerful advocators while helping to create a future paved with possibilities. Their mission is to provide support to families of children/young adults who have recently received a diagnosis or deemed eligible to receive services under NDIS guidelines but not currently able to access services due to extensive waiting lists.

Position Description

• Teamwork that feels like family - You won’t be going it alone. Work alongside a welcoming team of Occupational Therapists, an Educator, and Dietitian, where shared learning, group work, and mentorship are woven into the everyday. They lean on each other, celebrate wins together, and navigate challenges side-by-side.

• Shape your caseload, shape your career - Whether you’re passionate about early intervention, love working with neurodivergent children, or want to co-lead group programs, they’ll support you to build a caseload around your strengths and interests. This includes individual, joint, and group sessions.

• Real flexibility - design a schedule that works for your life — choose your own hours and days, Monday to Friday. You can work from the clinic or deliver therapy where it matters most: in homes, schools, kindergartens, and community settings.

• Support that lifts you up. Regular paid supervision to help you grow with confidence

• Ongoing internal and external professional development aligned with your interests.

• Option to purchase up to four additional weeks of annual leave

• Laptop and phone provided for all clinical staff

• Your role delivers meaningful, evidence-based therapy to children and families

• Collaborate with caregivers and team members to provide holistic care

• Design and implement customised therapy plans Monitor progress, celebrate achievements, and adjust interventions as needed

• Participate in joint sessions and team planning for shared clients.

Position Requirements

• A Bachelor or Masters degree in Occupational Therapy

• Current registration with AHPRA and Occupational Therapy Australia

• A warm, collaborative approach and excellent communication skills

• A valid driver’s licence

• Working With Children

• Check NDIS Worker Screening Check

• Access to a vehicle (kilometre reimbursement provided)

After Hours Requirements

No

Salary Information

$80,000 - $110,000 per annum.

About Toowoomba

Toowoomba, Queensland is a vibrant city known as the "Garden City" for its stunning parks and gardens. Nestled atop the Great Dividing Range, about 125 km west of Brisbane, it offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, history, and modern living. With its cool climate and four distinct seasons, Toowoomba is famous for its Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers, a spring festival showcasing the city’s gardens, food, and wine. The city is dotted with heritage-listed buildings, offering a charming small-town feel while still being a regional hub for education, healthcare, and the arts. The community vibe is strong, with plenty of local cafes, markets, and cultural events. Surrounded by national parks and hiking trails, it’s ideal for nature lovers seeking both outdoor adventures and a relaxed, family-friendly lifestyle.

For more information on this position, please contact our team via [e-mail].

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Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.

JOB – 10003856