We're partnering with a growing paediatric Occupational Therapy provider in Melbourne's northern suburbs, looking for a passionate Occupational Therapist to join its team in Thomastown.

This is an excellent opportunity for a New Graduate, Early Career or Experienced Occupational Therapist who enjoys working with children and families and wants to be part of a supportive, close-knit team.

You'll work across a combination of clinic and community settings, supporting children and adolescents under 18 with a range of developmental and functional needs.

Whether you're starting your OT career or looking for a more supportive workplace, this organisation is focused on finding the right person and helping them succeed.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Competitive salary package, tailored to your experience
• 24 billable hours per week for full-time clinicians
• Flexible working hours and the opportunity to structure your week around your preferences
• Hybrid role across a new Thomastown clinic and community settings
• 100% paediatric caseload, supporting children and adolescents under 18
• Structured New Graduate Program with hands-on clinical mentoring
• Weekly face-to-face supervision, with additional support available when needed
• Two weeks of clinical shadowing with an experienced OT Director
• Gradual caseload build-up tailored to your experience
• Paid professional development opportunities
• Clinical resources funded or reimbursed
• Kilometre reimbursement for community travel
• Work closely with an experienced OT Director who maintains her own clinical caseload
• Small, supportive team where your ideas and contributions are valued
• Regular team bonding initiatives, including lunches and wellbeing activities
• Established client waitlist and opportunities to build long-term relationships with families
• Full-time preferred, with flexibility available for the right clinician

Your caseload will involve a combination of clinic-based appointments and community visits across Melbourne's northern suburbs.

Depending on your experience and clinical interests, your responsibilities may include:

• Paediatric Occupational Therapy assessments
• Sensory processing and emotional regulation
• Fine and gross motor skill development
• Self-care and daily living skills
• Play-based interventions
• School readiness and participation
• Social and emotional development
• Functional assessments and goal setting
• Parent and caregiver education
• Report writing and clinical documentation
• Working collaboratively with families, schools and other professionals

Excellent Support for New Graduate Occupational Therapists 

You'll work closely with the practice Director, an experienced Occupational Therapists who continues to manage her own paediatric caseload.

Your New Graduate Program includes:
Initial Shadowing
Spend your first two weeks shadowing the Director, observing assessments, therapy sessions and how she works with children and families.

Supported Clinical Practice
Once you're ready to begin seeing clients, the Director will shadow your sessions and provide practical feedback to help build your confidence.

Weekly Face-to-Face Supervision
Receive dedicated weekly supervision, with additional sessions available when you need extra guidance.

Gradual Caseload Development
Your caseload will be introduced progressively, allowing you to build confidence and develop your clinical skills without being overwhelmed.

Ongoing Learning
Access paid professional development, clinical resources and regular opportunities to discuss cases and ask questions.

New Graduates, Early Career and Experienced Occupational Therapists are all encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Recognised tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Current AHPRA registration or eligibility
• Current driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Willingness to provide community-based therapy across Melbourne's northern suburbs
• Relevant employment screening checks
• Australian working rights

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Next Steps - Apply now or email your resume to cian@gorillajobs.com.au or call +61 046 746 7296  to discuss what you are looking for in your next Occupational Therapist position.

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