Thriving Kids Physiotherapist: Early Intervention

Victorian Government; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Thriving Kids Physiotherapist role in Victoria aims to support children aged 0-8 with developmental delay or autism. You will work with families, educators and health professionals to bolster development, participation and inclusion in everyday life.

The role emphasizes family-centred, evidence-informed assessment and intervention, building parents’ and carers’ skills, and delivering time-limited support across home, early childhood and school settings. Applications close 4 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Qualified Physiotherapist eligible for registration/membership.
• Knowledge of child development, early intervention and family-centred practice.
• Experience with children aged 0–8 years and families/carers.
• Ability to apply evidence-informed assessment, intervention and advice.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-informed physiotherapy assessment and intervention tailored to each child and family.
• Support parents and carers to build skills and confidence for everyday development.
• Deliver targeted, time-limited support to enhance participation and inclusion.
• Collaborate with families, schools, health and community services in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Contribute to building new service delivery models across settings.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Collaboration

Child development knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Physiotherapy

AHPRA registration

Job description

Thriving Kids Physiotherapist role in Victoria aims to support children aged 0-8 with developmental delay or autism. You will work with families, educators and health professionals to bolster development, participation and inclusion in everyday life.

The role emphasizes family-centred, evidence-informed assessment and intervention, building parents’ and carers’ skills, and delivering time-limited support across home, early childhood and school settings. Applications close 4 November 2026.