✨ We’re Hiring: Paediatric Occupational Therapists✨
Love making a real difference for children and their families? Join the KidsPT team!

Based at our Ivanhoe clinic, these roles blend clinic and community/home visits (Melbourne’s North and East suburbs) within clinical leadership. You’ll support children and families through NDIS and private caseloads, alongside a passionate, collaborative multidisciplinary team.

2 Roles:

Occupational Therapist (minimum 1 year experience)

Senior Occupational Therapist- Clinical lead

Flexible options: Full-time or part-time (minimum 3 days)

About us

KidsPT is an NDIS registered paediatric allied health team providing Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Speech Pathology to children, parents/carers and support services such as schools, kindergartens and the wider community.

Our mission is to empower children and families to reach their full potential through evidence-based, neurodiversity affirming, child and family-centered care. We are committed to advocating for the inclusion and participation of children and their families within the broader community.

We offer a range of services, including:

Individual clinic-based therapy at our new, purpose built Ivanhoe Clinic.

Individual community-based therapy (metro Melbourne) including visits to home, school, kindergarten, and local facilities.

Therapy-led groups within our Ivanhoe Clinic and local community facilities.

Education, training and consultancy to service providers and parents including childcare centers, kindergartens, and schools.

Developmental Assessments (Gross Motor, Fine Motor, Speech, Language and Communication, Sensory Processing, and more).

KidsPT Gross and Fine Motor Products.

About the role

Reporting to a clinical Team Leader or the Director, and part of a multidisciplinary team, you’ll deliver person and family-centred services to children and young people with developmental delay, neurodevelopmental conditions or other areas of concern. You’ll assess, plan, and implement therapy programs that make a meaningful difference every day.

The Senior, Clinical Lead role will lead a team of Occupational Therapists, providing formal and informal supervision, support induction, professional development and contribute to team culture and development

Key responsibilities of the role will include:

Deliver family-centred therapy within an integrated, multidisciplinary team.

Assess developmental, gross motor and functional skills to identify strengths and challenges.

Develop and implement individualised therapy plans and interventions.

Assist with developing and rolling out group programs that promote connection, skill development, play, communication, positive self concept and participation.

Assist with developing and rolling out presentations to community facilities such as childcare centres, kindergartens and schools.

Prescribe and support the use of equipment and additional resources and supports.

Collaborate with families and other caregivers, service providers and professionals to ensure coordinated care.

Deliver therapy in clinic, home, and community settings.

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, client progress, goals and outcomes.

Contribute to a high performing team and culture through informal discussions, supervision, team meetings, case conferences and professional development activities.

Collaborate with the multidisciplinary leadership team to develop and support business operations and opportunities for growth.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will be a Paediatric Occupational Therapist with a strong commitment and belief in supporting young people to be the best they can be . You will be passionate about supporting families and fostering inclusivity. Your excellent communication skills and passion for what we do will make you a valuable addition to the team.

You will be a team player, have a confident outlook and be solutions focused. You will have the ability to work well autonomously and contribute within the team. KidsPT is seeking someone who will be a great fit to the team and has a positive outlook in all they do.

KidsPT welcome applications from:

Mid-career Occupational Therapists seeking professional growth

Exceptional early career Occupational Therapists (minimum of 1 year experience) who are curious, adaptable, and eager to learn.

Senior Role:

Experienced clinicians with proven leadership skills.

Experienced clinicians with leadership aspirations.

Full-time or part-time opportunities are available.

Key Skills:

Has experience in working with children and young people.

Is committed to neurodiversity affirming practice.

Thrives in a collaborative, team-based environment.

Embraces a growth mindset and loves to keep learning.

Communicates with empathy, warmth, and clarity.

Is adaptable, organised, and committed to delivering high-quality care.

Qualifications

Degree in Occupational Therapy and current AHPRA registration.

Current Working with Children Check, Medicare Provider Number, NDIS Worker & Police Check.

Current driver’s licence and access to your own car.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

Supportive, multidisciplinary team culture.

Ongoing supervision, mentoring and professional development.

Opportunities to develop leadership skills and shape innovative therapy programs.

Flexible work options to support work-life balance.

Purpose-driven organisation making a genuine community impact.

New, purpose built clinic space and resources.

KidsPT is growing our team and have multiple positions available:

Senior Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

Physiotherapist

If this sounds like you and you want to join a team that celebrates learning, collaboration, and making a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

To learn more about us please visit: https://kidspt.com.au/

To Apply

Please contact Amy McNamara (Director) to find out more about this role, or simply email your resume to become our next KidsPT Physiotherapist!

Phone- 0410 426 346 or (03) 9490 0999

Email- [email protected]