Occupational therapist - paediatrics permanent i full time or part time

Why you'll want to work here

Join a multidisciplinary team of more than 70 clinicians, working closely across occupational therapy, psychology, speech pathology, physiotherapy, dietetics, behaviour support, early intervention teaching, and creative therapies. The support is collaborative, with shared thinking, supported problem solving, and a strong sense of professional respect.

Behind you is a well-established organisational backbone, including Business Growth & Marketing, People & Culture, Finance and Claims, Quality & Safeguarding and other Teams giving your work stability, and high-level governance and clarity.

You'll work closely with a visible, accessible leadership team that is actively invested in clinical quality, workforce wellbeing, and building systems that support good clinicians to do their best work.

Where this role sits

This position sits within the Capacity and Therapy Services business unit at ConnectAbility, encompassing Early Links, delivering early, meaningful intervention for children, young adults, adults and families.

For over 30 years, ConnectAbility has been dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities by connecting them to meaningful communities, resources, and services. Founded by passionate community members in Newcastle in 1992, we've grown into a leading not-for-profit service provider throughout Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens, Maitland, Hunter Region, and the Central Coast. In 2023, ConnectAbility proudly merged with Early Links, professionals in allied health and early intervention teaching with over 40 years' experience delivering evidence‐based support.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our Occupational Therapy team on a Full Time basis (Part Time will be considered). This role may be based at any of our office locations including Maitland, Ashtonfield, Kurri Kurri or Muswellbrook.

This is an opportunity to develop or continue providing fulfilling therapy to children in need, amongst a dedicated team. We have a diverse caseload made up of all age groups across the paediatric and young adult spectrum.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing evidence-based occupational therapy intervention and comprehensive assessments in line with professional and ethical guidelines.
• Using a holistic, trauma-informed, client-centred approach when working closely with families, carers, teachers and other health professionals to support clients.
• Providing consultancy support and working collaboratively with members of the client's team and other service provider stakeholder involved in their support network.
• Contributing to organisational goals and working within a large team of allied health professionals.
• Completing progress notes and relevant reports.
• Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of clients, reporting any child protection or WHS concerns.

About You

You're a value-centred, collaborative clinician who combines expertise with empathy and passion. You'll bring:

• A passion for working with people with a disability and supporting their development.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of a person-centred approach.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, consultation, and negotiation skills.

Essential Requirements

• Tertiary Degree qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Current registration with AHPRA
• Current driver's licence
• Comprehensive vehicle insurance and registration
• Willingness to obtain prior to commencement:
  • Working with Children Check (paid employment)
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check
  • NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
  • First Aid & CPR certification

What We Offer

• Purpose-Driven Work: Make a lasting difference for children and families.
• Professional Growth: Ongoing training and supervision support.
• Supportive & Inclusive Culture: Passionate, diverse team that values collaboration, respect, and wellbeing.
• Benefits: Salary packaging, paid lunch breaks, paid first aid and CPR training once started, annual flu vaccinations, corporate health and fitness membership, health insurance discounts, EAP.
• A seat at the table: Your voice matters. We actively encourage clinical input, innovation and ideas to continuously improve practice.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If this sounds like the role you've been waiting for, we'd love to hear from you. Apply via Seek or through our website today.

If you would like to discuss this role further, please contact Stephanie Thomson, Occupational Therapy Senior Leader on 4962 1000.

ConnectAbility is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.