Senior Occupational Therapist

    When you join Early Start Australia, you’ll be part of an allied heath team that’s in it together.  A local team that’s right beside you, supported by leaders who know the work. From small shifts to life-changing breakthroughs, you’ll make a positive impact for children, young people, and their families across Australia. With flexibility and support to thrive, you’ll continue to grow and build a meaningful career, your way. What you’ll do at our Epping clinic: Therapy Service Delivery • Identify and complete assessments appropriate for each client • Manage a discipline-specific caseload, including complex clients, using a case management approach • Contribute to the selection and maintenance of assessment and therapy resources • Develop, implement, evaluate, and adjust tailored therapy programs aligned to client goals • Deliver services across clinic, home, school, and community settings as required • Collaborate with allied health team members to achieve optimal client outcomes • Develop and deliver specialised programs such as group therapy and parent workshops • Maintain strict adherence to privacy and confidentiality requirements • Ensure practice remains aligned with current best practice and contribute to continuous service improvement Therapy Programs • Develop and implement tailored therapy programs for each client, including: - Completing initial appointments - Developing goal plans based on identified support needs - Creating measurable, targeted intervention strategies - Collaborating with other health professionals where required (e.g. Speech, Psychology) - Preparing home and session-based resources and activities - Developing session plans as needed - Conducting school and home visits when appropriate - Monitoring progress and adjusting goals and programs accordingly - Completing reviews and reports as required - Identifying suitability for additional services or group programs and incorporating into plans where appropriateReporting and Documentation • Record all treatment notes and activities in PMS within 24 hours of sessions • Provide timely, high-quality reports to stakeholders (e.g. clients, families, health professionals, NDIA) • Ensure reports and correspondence meet ESA standards • Report and document client incidents or complaints in the appropriate systems Funding and Payments • Align therapy plans with available funding and funding types • Obtain and review NDIS plans where relevant to inform therapy planning • Provide accurate information to support correct invoicing of client-related services Professional Development • Participate in team meetings, peer reviews, and case discussions at an appropriate cadence • Maintain accurate records in line with organisational processes and manager direction • Utilise professional development opportunities to build role-relevant skills Organisational Requirements • Comply with and promote policies relating to WHS, emergency procedures, child safety, and cultural competence • Participate in risk identification, assessment, and prevention activities • Engage in networking and maintain collaborative relationships with professionals and agencies • Maintain discipline-specific registration/membership and adhere to relevant codes of conduct • Uphold privacy and confidentiality in line with organisational policy and legislation People • Support development of early career clinicians by engaging in clinical supervision and providing CPD opportunities • Participate in reward and recognition program • Participation in meetings What you’ll bring: Experience/ Skills: • Demonstrated experience delivering high quality evidence-based and goal-focused therapeutic intervention in an early intervention and/ or paediatric allied health setting • Understanding and supporting the principles of individualised services including the ability to adapt services to meet individual needs • Demonstrated ability to engage with a range of children and families and external stakeholders • Demonstrated senior clinical knowledge with significant experience in relevant discipline • Demonstrated experience mentoring, supervising and/or supporting others of the same discipline (including supervision of graduates and/ or allied health students) • Strong communication, interpersonal, organisational and time management skills • Exceptional observational and report writing skills • Ability to work independently within and collaborate across a multidisciplinary team   Qualifications / Compliance: - Relevant qualification in Occupational Therapy - Registration with AHPRA and relevant registrations - NDIS Workers Screening Check - Current Drivers’ Licence and vehicle - Current Working with Children Check or Working with Vulnerable People Registration (state specific) - National Police Check - Accredited First Aid CertificateWhat you’ll get: Flexibility and Wellbeing - Flexible hours and compressed work options - Up to 12 weeks annual leave. - Up to 16 weeks paid primary carer leave - Wellbeing support program for you and your familyReward and support - Competitive salary + bonus program - Registration and professional membership contribution - Relocation reimbursement up to $5,000, if applicable - Dedicated admin support so you can focus on what you do best. - Work in an environment that focuses on multidisciplinary collaboration, improving outcomes togetherGrowth, your way - CPD allowance + paid professional development leave - Structured mentoring and leadership programs - Ongoing opportunities to build your experience, including Fly In Fly Out (FIFO) work supporting children in remote areas - National and global career pathways through the APM GroupWho we are: We’re a dedicated and passionate team of allied health professionals helping children and young people aged 0-16 to reach their full potential. Our multidisciplinary teams work closely with families to deliver personalised, evidence-based support across communication, motor, cognitive and social development. We are a registered NDIS provider and our clinics offer therapy under different funding models. As part of the APM Group, we offer the scale and stability of a global organisation, with the feel of a local team. Apply today or reach out to Yasminon 0412166798 or [email protected] for a confidential chat to learn more.