About us:

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

With over 600 employees Early Start Australia supports over 28,000 families, across our 46 clinics nationwide.

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our team at Durack and offer flexibility with full time or part time hours available.

What we offer you:

• Do the things you love to do by taking advantage of our additional leave policy (up to 12 weeks leave per year), 
• A structured training program to support your leadership and clinical development aspirations,
• 100 hours + rostered CPD hours per year including regular in-house training with industry leading clinicians, 
• Generous PD allowance plus 3 days professional development leave to pursue your clinical interests and passions,
• Up to $15,000 in grants to pursue independent research projects or attend events/conferences that support your learning and growth, 
• Dedicated hands-on admin support means more time spent with clients, supporting children and families to live a better life, 
• Other great benefits to support your mental health and wellbeing, flexible work options including clinic wellbeing budgets and reduced prices and benefits through Perkbox.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide evidence based assessment and therapy to a paediatric caseload - direct support to children with developmental delays and/or disabilities;
• Day to day in the role will include assessment and intervention sessions with a mixed caseload;
• Interventions are one-on-one with focus on evidence based practice;
• Services can be provided in our fantastic clinic space, client homes, schools and via telehealth - administer assessments, providing direct and indirect intervention, liaising with families, teachers, professionals and support staff;
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment to deliver quality, evidence-based outcomes.

Skills and Experience:

• Tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy and full, current AHPRA registration;
• Experience as an OT ideally in paediatrics;
• Exceptional communication skills that enable you to work in a culturally rich and diverse environment and collaborate in a multidisciplinary team environment,
• Passion for making a difference with a focus on making therapy fun, engaging and meaningful for clients and families,
• Experience in working with children and adolescents and confidence in your role working closely with their families is highly valued,
• Compliance requirements – AHPRA Registration; Working with Children Check; National Police Check; NDIS workers screening check; First Aid Training; Driver’s License & Vehicle.

Where to from here:

Don’t miss your chance to be part of a growing organisation committed to making a real difference to the community – Apply Now.  For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact TA consultant Belinda on 0429 086 514

More about Early Start Australia:

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

Everyone at Early Start Australia shares a passion for working with 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.

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.