Senior Occupational Therapist
- Manage a diverse paediatric caseload across various settings.
- Mentor and supervise graduate and early-career clinicians.
- Deliver evidence-based assessments and therapy programs.
Senior Occupational Therapist | Darwin, NT
Lead. Mentor. Make a Difference.
Looking for a role where you can combine meaningful clinical work with leadership and career growth?
At Early Start Australia, you'll support children and families to achieve life-changing outcomes while mentoring clinicians, leading best practice and growing your career within a supportive multidisciplinary team.
Why Darwin?
Enjoy a lifestyle that's hard to beat, with year-round sunshine, short commutes, affordable living and easy access to Kakadu, Litchfield and some of Australia's most spectacular outdoor adventures. Darwin offers a unique opportunity to build your career while experiencing a relaxed tropical lifestyle and making a real impact in local and remote communities.
The Role
As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will:
- Manage a diverse paediatric caseload across clinic, home, school and community settings.
- Deliver evidence-based assessments and therapy programs.
- Work closely with families, educators and allied health professionals to achieve meaningful outcomes.
- Mentor and supervise graduate and early-career clinicians.
- Lead case discussions, peer learning and clinical development activities.
- Support complex cases, quality improvement initiatives and service innovation.
- Contribute to specialised programs, parent workshops and team development.
What You'll Bring
- Occupational Therapy qualification and AHPRA registration.
- Experience delivering paediatric or early intervention services.
- Strong clinical reasoning, communication and report-writing skills.
- Experience mentoring or supporting other clinicians.
- Passion for helping children and families thrive.
What You'll Get
- Flexible work arrangements and wellbeing support
- Competitive salary + bonus opportunities
- CPD allowance of $1500 and 3 paid professional development leave days
- Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
- Up to 12 weeks annual leave a year (purchased leave)
- Access to a fleet car
- Leadership training
- Access to Heidi Health which is an Australian-developed solution, created by therapists for therapists. From capturing therapy sessions to producing detailed notes and reports, Heidi ensures accuracy and efficiency every time.
- Registration and professional membership support
- Relocation assistance up to $5,000 (where applicable)
- Dedicated admin support
- Leadership development and national career pathways through the APM Group
About Us
Early Start Australia helps children and young people reach their full potential through evidence-based allied health services. As part of the APM Group, you'll join a global organisation of more than 16,000 people united by a shared purpose: enabling better lives.
Ready for your next adventure?
Apply today or contact Ayesha Din on 0461 101 104 for a confidential discussion.
Early Start Australia | Helping children thrive. Supporting clinicians to excel.
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