Playful Stages Occupational Therapy Penrith

About Playful Stages Occupational Therapy

Playful Stages is a dedicated paediatric therapy clinic committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based care to children and their families. Our facility includes a state-of-the-art sensory gym spaces, a specialised assessment room and fine motor room to support a variety of therapeutic needs and a fully equipped kitchen. We are passionate about creating a fun, engaging, and supportive environment where children can develop essential life skills.

What we are looking for!

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join our close-knit team. We offer flexible opportunities to suit your lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for part-time or full-time work, casual or salary-based employment, we’re open to finding the right fit for you. Tell us what you’re looking for—we want to support your work-life balance and create a role that works for both you and our team.

Job Description

The successful candidate will work with children experiencing developmental, sensory, and motor challenges, providing individualised therapy plans tailored to their unique needs. This role involves delivering both individual therapy and group therapy sessions to support children in achieving their goals.

Additionally, the therapist will collaborate with MG Activ to run supported gym groups, ensuring children have access to structured and engaging physical activities. Throughout the school terms, various therapy groups will be conducted, focusing on skill development, social engagement, and motor planning. During school holidays, we offer adventure, bush walking, sensory based play and various other groups, providing children with opportunities to engage in outdoor activities, sensory experiences, and creative play to enhance their functional and social skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify sensory, motor, and functional challenges.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment plans focusing on sensory processing, fine motor skills, and daily living skills.
• Provide individual therapy and group therapy sessions tailored to children's needs.
• Utilise the sensory gym spaces to provide engaging therapy sessions that promote motor planning, balance, coordination, and self-regulation.
• Implement fine motor interventions in our fine motor room to enhance handwriting, grasp strength, dexterity, and other essential skills.
• Team up with MG Activ to run supported gym groups that encourage movement, strength, and coordination.
• Facilitate various therapy groups throughout the school terms, addressing social, motor, and sensory needs.
• Lead adventure and fun groups during school holidays, offering exciting and interactive experiences for children.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and educators to provide strategies for home and school environments.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of therapy sessions and progress reports.

Join the Playful Stages Team – Where Play Meets Progress!

At Playful Stages, we offer more than just a job – we offer a supportive, dynamic environment where you can grow professionally and make a real difference in the lives of children and families. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Flexible Hours: Full-time and part-time positions available, with the opportunity to tailor your hours to suit your lifestyle.
• Attractive Salary Package: Competitive salary, leave, and superannuation benefits to ensure your financial well-being.
• Ongoing Supervision & Professional Development: We value continuous growth, offering 1:1 supervision for every team member regardless of experience, along with professional development opportunities.
• Collaborative Work Environment: Opportunities to work closely with a multi-disciplinary team, including joint assessments and therapy sessions where appropriate.
• Specialised Resources: Access to a wide range of equipment, resources, and assessments in our beautiful, well-equipped facility.
• Dedicated Administrative Support: Administration support from our receptionists allowing you to focus on what you do best.
• Supportive Team Culture: Work within a friendly, passionate team of therapists who support each other and collaborate on projects.
• Streamlined Practice Management: Use our online system to save time with remote access, simplified case notes, and client information management.
• NDIS Registered Provider: A commitment to maintaining our NDIS registration, ensuring we continue to provide quality services to families.
• Professional Development Budget: $1,500/year (for full-time employees), plus PD in fortnightly staff meetings throughout the year.