This is a fantastic opportunity for a Occupational Therapist who has a passion for making therapy fun, engaging and meaningful for children and their families.

• A fun and welcoming working environment with a great team culture
• Generous salary and uncapped bonus scheme
• Rostered CPD hours and annual professional development allowance
• Flexible leave program, with the opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible working hours and days 

About the Role:

At Early Start Australia, we love what we do and believe in the enormous potential that lies within every person to achieve their goals and live their best life.

Located in the spectacular coastal town of Albany, you will have the opportunity to work both in clinic and across various community settings in the Great Southern region. 

Delivering services in our fantastic clinic space, at client’s homes, schools and via telehealth, you will be supported by a dedicated administration team, freeing your time for you to do what you love and do best!  Our clinic offers a varied caseload, with a strong focus on supporting individuals across the lifespan.

This position is well supported, with opportunities for collaboration, support and clinical development offered through connections with our occupational therapists, speech pathologists, physiotherapist and positive behaviour support practitioners. 

Team members from this clinic also travel to Albany during Summer and Winter school holidays, offering you a lovely opportunity to connect face to face with like-minded health professionals. We are passionate about helping you to provide amazing support to clients and families in the Great Southern region.

This role offers flexibility with full time or part time hours available and will provide you with an opportunity to take your career to the next level with plenty of professional development opportunities available.

What we offer you:

• A fun and welcoming working environment with a great team culture!
• A well-resourced clinic with your own dedicated therapy room
• Generous salary and uncapped bonus scheme
• Career progression and professional development opportunities tailored to your individual goals
• Rostered CPD hours and annual professional development allowance
• Flexible leave program, with the opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Paid parental leave
• Discounted health insurance
• Access to our Mental Health and Wellbeing Program
• Discounts and savings at retailers across Australia

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide evidence-based assessments and therapy to a paediatric, adolescent and adult caseload – providing direct, family based and community-based support to individuals with developmental delays and/or disabilities
• Day to day in the role will include assessment and intervention sessions with a mixed caseload in terms of both age and modality of intervention.
• Services can be provided in our fantastic clinic space, client homes, schools and via telehealth 
• Work collaboratively within a transdisciplinary team environment to deliver quality, evidence-based outcomes

What do you need to join?

• Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy
• A passion for working with individuals who have disabilities to help each client to achieve their own goals, potential and participate in their community in a way that is meaningful for them.
• Exceptional communication skills that enable you to work in a culturally rich and diverse environment and collaborate effectively in a transdisciplinary team environment
• Effective time management and attention to detail
• Passion for making a difference with a focus on making therapy fun, engaging and meaningful for clients and families!
• Compliance – AHPRA Registration, Working with Children Check, National Police Check, NDIS workers screening check, First Aid Training, Driver’s License & Vehicle

Apply now:
Don’t miss your chance to be part of a growing organisation committed to making a real difference to the everyday lives of children and their families – Apply Now.  For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Belinda on 0429 086 514 or belinda.hewitt@earlystartaustralia.com.au

About us:

Early Start Australia is a national multidisciplinary allied health organisation committed to delivering evidence-based early intervention and therapy services to children, adolescents and adults and their families. 

Everyone at Early Start Australia shares a passion for working the individuals seeking support and their families/supports to make a real difference to their everyday lives. You will be part of a close, connected team who like to have fun!

Early Start Australia offers a highly supportive workplace, interested in your development. With access to some of the best and brightest minds across Australia, you can expect continued learning and development opportunities and career growth to match your personal and professional goals.

As part of the APM Group, Early Start Australia offer you a small practice feel with plenty of corporate support services and job security, allowing you to focus on delivering quality care and support.

Early Start Australia places a high priority on the principles of respect, equity and diversity. As an employer of choice, we strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.