Western Sydney Local Health District
Reference number
REQ630484
Occupation
Occupational Therapy
Work type
Full-Time
Location
Sydney - West
Salary
$76,364 - $89,232
Closing date
10 February 2026 at 11:59pm
Deliver evidence-based therapy to children up to 8 years
Join a multidisciplinary team in a supportive environment
Make a meaningful impact on children and families' lives
Manage and deliver paediatric occupational therapy, building skills and confidence in children up to 8 in a community health setting.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1/2
Remuneration:$76,364 - $108,943 per annum
Hours Per Week:38(Job Share may be considered for part time hours)
Location: Auburn Community Health Centre
Where you'll be working
Join Auburn Community Health Centre's Integrated and Community Health Child and Family Health Service, supporting children and families across a person and family-centred model. Our collaborative team provides holistic care to children in a community setting.
* Work in a vibrant, multidisciplinary team
* Engage with families from diverse and culturally rich backgrounds
* Access professional development and clinical supervision opportunities
* Participate in innovative community programs and service evaluation
* Contribute to a positive, supportive, and inclusive workplace culture
What you'll be doing
As a Child and Family Occupational Therapist, you will provide assessment and therapy interventions for children up to 8 years of age, helping them achieve their developmental potential and improve participation in daily activities.
* Identify, assess, and treat children with neurological, developmental, or motor difficulties
* Deliver individual, group, and educational interventions to children, families, and carers
* Maintain accurate client and program documentation and prepare reports where required
* Provide guidance and education to parents, preschools, schools, and other agencies
* Participate in professional development, quality improvement, and clinical research initiatives
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Criteria:
* Registration: Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
* Qualifications: Recognised Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
Selection Criteria:
1. Recognised Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy and current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
2. Current Drivers Licence valid within Australia
3. Demonstrated experience in providing Paediatric Occupational Therapy services.
4. Demonstrated ability to work in partnership with families to provide effective intervention for children within a limited session model.
5. Experience working effectively with families from differing psychosocial, socioeconomic and /or culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds.
6. Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team within a community setting.
7. Highly developed and effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills in English.
8. Demonstrated ability to use a range of computer based applications
Requisition ID: REQ630484
Applications Close: 10th February 2026
Previous applicants for temporary positions are encouraged to apply.
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