Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Full-time | $80,000–$110,000 + super| Central Coast NSW |

Looking for a paediatric OT role with genuine clinical support, a manageable caseload and more space for life outside of work?

At Slam Dunk Occupational Therapy, we’ve designed this role so you can focus on being an OT, with clinical work across Monday to Thursday, a gradually built caseload, strong professional support and much of the practice administration taken care of for you.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROLE

• Four-day clinical week for full-time OTs: Client sessions Monday to Thursday, with just 2 flexible paid admin hours completed from home on Friday.

• $80,000–$110,000 + superannuation, based on experience.

• Gradual, sustainable caseload build: Your caseload and billable expectations will increase progressively, matched to your experience and confidence.

• Genuine clinical support: Regular supervision and direct access to an experienced paediatric Occupational Therapist.

• $2,000 professional development budget + 2 paid PD days each year, to support your clinical growth and interests.

ABOUT THE ROLE

You’ll support children and young people aged 0–18 across the Central Coast through a varied mix of:

• Clinic-based therapy

• School and preschool/daycare visits

• Home and community sessions

• Collaboration with parents, carers, educators and other professionals

• Therapy planning and clinical documentation

• School-holiday sessions and programs

You’ll work from our shared clinic space approximately one to two days per week, with the remainder of your clinical work completed in the community across our current Central Coast service area, approximately from Woy Woy to Tuggerah.

SUPPORT TO GROW

You won’t be expected to walk in knowing everything.

You’ll work closely with our co-founder and Head of OT, Izabela, an experienced paediatric Occupational Therapist with advanced training in Sensory Integration. Support and supervision will be tailored to your level of experience, with opportunities to build your confidence, develop your clinical interests and grow alongside the practice.

SPEND MORE TIME BEING AN OT

We manage client intake, bookings, scheduling, invoicing, payments and general practice administration, so you can spend more of your time focused on your clients and clinical work.

You’ll also receive:

• Work laptop

• Therapy resources and equipment

• Mobile phone plan covered up to $60 per month

• Kilometre reimbursement for approved work-related travel

• Flexible remote administration time

• Support with practice administration

• The opportunity to have genuine input into a growing, clinician-led practice

ABOUT YOU

You’ll be a great fit if you:

• Genuinely enjoy working with children and families

• Value meaningful, functional and engaging therapy

• Communicate well with families, educators and other professionals

• Are reliable, organised and accountable

• Are open to feedback, supervision and continued learning

• Can work independently while knowing when to ask for support

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

You’ll need:

A recognised Occupational Therapy qualification.

Current AHPRA registration, or eligibility for registration

Current OTA membership

Current Working With Children Check

Current NDIS Worker Screening Check

A valid driver’s licence

Access to a reliable and appropriately insured vehicle

Ability to travel across the Central Coast service area

INTERNATIONALLY QUALIFIED OTs

Internationally qualified Occupational Therapists are welcome to apply.

For suitable candidates who are eligible for an AHPRA supervised practice pathway, we are open to providing the required workplace supervision to support completion of the AHPRA registration process.

ABOUT SLAM DUNK OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Slam Dunk Occupational Therapy is a growing paediatric practice supporting children and families across the Central Coast.

We believe therapy should be meaningful, goal-focused and genuinely fun. We want children to feel safe, supported and engaged in therapy, while ensuring the work we do makes a real difference in their everyday lives.

We’re growing because families are already waiting for support, and we’re looking for the right OT to grow with us.

INTERESTED?

If you’re looking for a paediatric OT role where you’ll be supported, trusted and given room to grow, we’d love to hear from you.

You don’t need to tick every preferred box. New graduates, experienced OTs and Occupational Therapists looking to transition into paediatrics are all encouraged to apply.

Apply through SEEK with your CV. We’re also happy to have an informal conversation if you’d like to learn more about the role before deciding whether to apply.

To apply, please send your CV to [email protected]. We’re also happy to have an informal conversation if you’d like to learn more about the role before applying.