Pediatric Occupational Therapist - New Grad, Flexible Start

Early Bird Therapy; Canberra; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular clinical supervision

Professional development budget

Unlimited PD days

Laptop and iPad provided

Flexible start date

Job summary

Early Bird Therapy is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our Fyshwick team. You will provide OT services to young children and support home, school, and early childhood visits.

We tailor caseloads to your interests, from play and fine motor to feeding and regulation, ensuring you grow as a professional each day. You will work closely with families and educators to set family-centered goals, run groups, and collaborate with other professionals while keeping detailed records and benefiting

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy and AHPRA registration, or eligibility for registration on graduation.
• Current Working with Vulnerable People registration, or ability to obtain prior to commencing.
• Driver's licence and reliable vehicle.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to build rapport with children and families.
• Eligibility to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Work with families and educators to improve child outcomes using family-centred, functional goals.
• Run therapy groups.
• Collaborate with other professionals.
• Keep accurate records.
• Participate in professional development and supervision.

Skills

Team collaboration

Child engagement

Verbal communication

Written communication

Play-based therapy

Education

OT degree

AHPRA eligibility

WWVP registration

Job description

Early Bird Therapy is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our Fyshwick team. You will provide OT services to young children and support home, school, and early childhood visits.

We tailor caseloads to your interests, from play and fine motor to feeding and regulation, ensuring you grow as a professional each day. You will work closely with families and educators to set family-centered goals, run groups, and collaborate with other professionals while keeping detailed records and benefiting