Occupational Therapist

About the job

Occupational Therapist (Paediatric)

Part-Time | Footscray, Melbourne

Join the Bloom Speech Pathology & Co Team!

We're excited to be welcoming our very first Occupational Therapist to Bloom Speech Pathology & Co.

Since opening our Footscray clinic, we've built a great community and now our clients are seeking a trusted Occupational Therapist. Now, we're looking for the right Occupational Therapist to help us grow the "& Co" in Bloom Speech Pathology & Co.

This is an opportunity to join an established paediatric Speech Pathology practice with an existing client base and strong referral pathways. You'll work alongside our Speech Pathology team while helping us establish Occupational Therapy services within the practice.

We'll work with the right clinician to create a role that suits your lifestyle and career goals.

Your caseload will include children aged 1–18 years across our purpose-built Footscray clinic, kindergartens, schools, homes and the wider community.

Why Work With Us?

At Bloom Speech Pathology & Co, we're all about creating a workplace that feels good and fits in with your life.

Our clinic director is an experienced Speech Pathologist who has built this clinic with clinicians in mind. Bloom has been thoughtfully designed to support great therapy while making your workday enjoyable.

As our first Occupational Therapist, we know you may be wondering what support you'll have. While you'll be the first OT in the practice, you won't be expected to figure everything out on your own. We'll provide regular supervision, external Occupational Therapy-specific supervision and plenty of opportunities to collaborate with our Speech Pathology team.

Workplace Perks

Spacious, Light-Filled Therapy Rooms

Our large therapy rooms are filled with natural light and provide plenty of space for movement, floor play and collaborative therapy.

Dedicated Sensory Gym

Our sensory gym includes:

• Swings

• Monkey bars

• Ball pit

• Trampoline

• Crash mats

• A wide range of sensory equipment

We know how valuable movement and regulation can be during therapy, and we'd love to hear your ideas about what else we could add to our space.

Everything You Need

You'll have access to:

• Portable work laptop

• Large ergonomic monitor

• Work mobile phone

• Therapy iPad

• Assessment library

• Well-stocked therapy resource room

• Budget to continue growing our Occupational Therapy resources

Relax and Recharge

Our staff room is more than just a break room. It's a place to unwind, with:

• Fully equipped kitchen

• Comfortable staff area

• Shower facilities

• Regular team lunches and connection activities

Our Innovations & Beliefs

Regulation is Everyone's Responsibility

At Bloom, we believe regulation and connection aren't the responsibility of one profession alone.

Our Speech Pathologists have a strong understanding of sensory regulation and regularly incorporate sensory-informed, neurodiversity-affirming approaches into therapy. We understand that communication, participation and learning are closely linked to regulation.

We're excited to welcome an Occupational Therapist who can strengthen this knowledge, share their expertise and work alongside us.

Evidence-Based Practice

We value evidence-based practice and lifelong learning.

Regular case discussions, collaboration and professional development help us continue growing as clinicians.

Neurodiversity-Affirming Practice

Our approach is relationship-based, strengths-focused and neurodiversity-affirming.

We value working alongside children and families in ways that respect individual differences and support meaningful participation.

Culture at Our Core

We're a small team that enjoys working together.

We ask questions, share resources, celebrate wins and support each other through the trickier sessions.

Our goal is simple: to create a workplace where people enjoy coming to work.

Location Benefits

Easy Access

Located in the heart of Footscray, our clinic is within walking distance of Footscray Station, Middle Footscray Station, Tram 82 and several bus routes.

We also provide onsite car and bike parking.

Don't have access to your own vehicle? A clinic vehicle may be available for school, home and community visits.

Foodie Heaven

Working in Footscray means you're surrounded by some of Melbourne's best cafés, bakeries and restaurants. Lunch breaks just got a whole lot tastier.

The Ways We Support You

We're committed to helping you feel supported from day one.

You'll receive:

• Induction and onboarding

• Regular clinical supervision

• External Occupational Therapy-specific supervision

• Peer mentoring and opportunities for joint sessions

• In-house case conferences and multidisciplinary team meetings

• Professional development budget, paid in addition to internal PD

• Opportunities to develop Occupational Therapy groups

• Flexibility to tailor your role as the service grows

As our Occupational Therapy service develops, there may also be opportunities to increase your hours, develop specialist areas of interest or step into a senior role if that's something you'd like to pursue.

The Position

We're looking for an Occupational Therapist who enjoys working with children and families and values working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

You'll work with children aged 1–18 years across clinic, kindergartens, schools, homes and the community.

Your role will include:

• Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention

• Fine motor, sensory, emotional regulation and functional skill development

• Parent coaching and education

• Collaboration with teachers, educators and other professionals

• Report writing and NDIS documentation

• Developing and facilitating Occupational Therapy groups

• Working closely with our Speech Pathologists to provide coordinated, family-centred care

Your caseload will include a mix of private and NDIS-funded participants.

Essential Criteria

• Bachelor or Masters qualification in Occupational Therapy

• Current AHPRA Registration

• Current Working with Children's Check

• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)

• Current Driver's Licence

• Professional Indemnity Insurance

• Ability to build strong relationships with children and families

Salary

Competitive salary plus superannuation, based on experience.

We'd Love to Hear From You!

If you're looking for a workplace where you'll feel supported, have opportunities to collaborate and enjoy working with a great team, we'd love to hear from you.

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