SUMMARY
Senior Occupational Therapist – Lead Clinician
Location: Melton
Employment Type: Full-time or Part-time
Salary: $103,000 – $130,600 total package (incl. super), plus performance bonuses, relocation and other incentives.
THE ROLE
As a Senior OT you will provide advanced clinical services and supervise a team of four Occupational Therapy Clinicians. You will shape a growing team, influence clinical quality and continue delivering meaningful outcomes for children and families.
CASUALD - MIXED NDIS CLIENTS
* Autism and neurodivergence
* Global developmental delay
* Sensory processing differences
* Motor planning and coordination challenges
* Emotional regulation and functional skill development needs
* School participation, play, and daily living skill goals
SERVICE DELIVERY
Flexible therapy model with the option to work across clinic, home, school, community, and telehealth.
LEADERSHIP & SUPERVISION
* Provide clinical supervision to 4 Occupational Therapy Clinicians (OTCs)
* Support skill development, clinical reasoning, and caseload management
* Lead peer‑learning, quality improvement, and discipline‑specific development
* Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and service development initiatives
EXPECTATIONS
* Realistic target of five billable hours per day, including documentation, planning, reports, and travel
* Protected non‑billable time for supervision and team leadership
* No pressure to overbook – bonuses commence from 80% caseload
WHY JOIN?
* Competitive Salary: $103,000 – $130,600 total package (incl. super) based on experience + performance bonuses.
* Bonuses & Incentives:
o Performance incentives
o Sign‑on and relocation bonuses
o Free gym access at our Melton clinic
* Leadership Support & Development:
o Dedicated leadership mentoring
o Opportunities to lead discipline‑specific initiatives
o Access to internal and external PD budgets
o Participation in service development and strategic planning
* Flexible Work Options: Shape your ideal mix of clinic, home, school, and telehealth services.
* Supportive, Collaborative Culture:
o Team grown from 5 to 75+ in just four years through genuine support and collaboration
o Friendly and approachable leadership team
o Strong multidisciplinary environment including OT, SP, Psych, and Behaviour Support
* Career Progression: Clear pathways towards advanced senior, clinical educator, or management roles .
* Parental Leave Flexibility: Customised leave and bonus structures to support your personal needs.
* Visa Sponsorship: Available for eligible clinicians — we are an approved or pending registered sponsor (AHPRA registration required).
YOU BRING
* Degree in Occupational Therapy and AHPRA registration (or eligibility)
* Experience working with paediatric & adult clients under the NDIS
* Strong skills in sensory processing, functional skills development, emotional regulation, and play‑based intervention
* Interest or experience in supervision or team leadership
* Commitment to client‑centred, evidence‑informed practice
* Excellent communication, teamwork, and documentation skills
* WWCC and valid driver's licence
NEXT STEP
Apply now or contact us for more information or a chat.
We're proud to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ communities, veterans and people with disabilities.
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