Pediatric OT - Neuro-Affirming, 9-5, Growth

SPOT Paediatrics; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Role development

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Flexibility to work from home during学校

9am–5pm with no carry over

Team days and birthdays off

Job summary

SPOT Paediatrics, based in Hove and serving the southern Adelaide area, seeks a neuro-affirming Occupational Therapist to support children and families. The role involves clinic and community work, joint sessions with speech therapists, and preschool therapy in long daycare centres under the Flying Start Initiative.

You will work with a supportive team, engage in diverse work, and maintain 9am–5pm hours with opportunities for early finishes. A focus on development and caregiver coaching is key.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years paediatric occupational therapy experience preferred.
• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy (Bachelor or Masters Degree) and OTA/AHPRA membership.
• Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Check are required.
• Current driver's license and First Aid Certification.
• Australian permanent residency status required.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy for children and coach caregivers in areas like regulation, self-care, mealtimes, and sensory processing.
• Collaborate with speech pathologists for joint sessions and liaise with external providers to support children and families.
• Contribute to program development and delivery of evidence-informed supports in childcare centres.
• Complete documentation in a timely manner (notes, reports, NDIA/NDIS documentation).
• Participate in regular team meetings and professional development sessions.

Skills

Paediatric OT experience

Education

Bachelor or Masters in Occupational Therapy

Job description

SPOT Paediatrics, based in Hove and serving the southern Adelaide area, seeks a neuro-affirming Occupational Therapist to support children and families. The role involves clinic and community work, joint sessions with speech therapists, and preschool therapy in long daycare centres under the Flying Start Initiative.

You will work with a supportive team, engage in diverse work, and maintain 9am–5pm hours with opportunities for early finishes. A focus on development and caregiver coaching is key.