Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Exciting Opportunity for a Paediatric OT wanting endless growth & opportunity!

Are you a passionate and experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist ready to take the next step in your career? Looking for something extra in your role to continue to grow as an OT? If you're seeking a role that goes beyond the ordinary and offers continuous professional development, this could be the perfect fit for you!

We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic individual to join our team as a Paediatric Occupational Therapist at Happy Dots.

As a leading provider of Paediatric Occupational Therapy & Speech Pathology services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of children and their families through personalised, evidence-based interventions, through a sensory / play based approach.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful Impact: Be part of a team that changes lives daily, helping children and families achieve milestones and breakthroughs.

• Mentorship & Growth: We are committed to your professional development and offer comprehensive mentorship programs to support your transition from graduate to expert practitioner.

• Cutting-Edge Resources: Access state-of-the-art facilities and advanced therapeutic equipment, enabling you to deliver the highest quality care.

• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced therapists, educators, and healthcare professionals in a supportive and collaborative atmosphere.

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with flexible scheduling options, ensuring your well-being and job satisfaction.

• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary package and benefits, recognising and rewarding your hard work and dedication.

So what are the perks?

• Full onboarding process (including opportunity to shadow experienced therapists, learning portal opportunities & more)

• Experienced OT for your supervisor.

• Opportunity to run a school holiday group targeted to your own personal interests

• Beautiful variety in caseload (mix of clinic visits, community visits & telehealth).

• Regular alignment meetings for us to provide feedback on how you are progressing in your role

• In house training opportunities including access to our trauma informed supervision sessions with a Paediatric Psychologist.

• External training opportunities- generous budget allocated to you for professional development, including paid time to attend courses.

• Opportunity to partake in our community outreach program in rural & remote areas. 

• Flexible work arrangements. You might prefer to work a 9 day fortnight? Or only 3 days per week among other commitments?

• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for mental health / wellbeing support 

• Company Car availability for community visits 

• Admin support- we take care of your schedule which gives you more time to focus on therapy with your clients. Plus your own allocated admin time each day 

• Participation in our quarterly team days

• Well resourced clinic and community outreach kit provided 

• Social events- mid and end of year functions.

• Volunteering opportunities throughout the year 

• Monthly mentoring to help you keep on track with your personal & professional goals (including assistance with your CPD plan).

• Relocation assistance

• Provision of any technology required for your role (laptop, computer).

• Opportunity for non-clinical days where your focus is our team learning & development.

Requirements

• Minimum 12 months experience in Paediatrics

• Completion of Occupational Therapy degree

• Passion for working with children and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on their lives.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with children and families.

• Empathy, patience, and adaptability to cater to each child's unique needs.

• Working with Children's Check

• Police Check

• First Aid

• NDIS Worker Screening Check