Occupational Therapist

ABOUT POSABILITY AUSTRALIA

PosAbility Australia is a not-for-profit organisation and registered charity based in Lane Cove West, Sydney. Our mission is to maximise every child's ability to LEARN to their potential, LIVE to the fullest, and GROW to be all they can be.

We are a growing, values-driven organisation that invests deeply in our team. At PosAbility, you will find genuine collaboration, clinical excellence and shared purpose — a place where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a tangible difference every day.

ABOUT THE ROLE

PosAbility Australia is seeking a skilled and passionate Occupational Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team, with a focus on assessment and intervention for children with learning difficulties and developmental delays. This is an exciting opportunity to expand the application of occupational therapy into rich clinical territory — including literacy, writing, sensory processing, executive functioning and social participation.

You will work with children from preschool through to high school, delivering individually tailored and group-based programs, conducting comprehensive OT assessments, and collaborating with psychologists, educators and other allied health professionals. You will have the flexibility to shape your caseload around your clinical interests and the autonomy to initiate new services that reflect your passions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assessment

• Conduct comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments using a range of paediatric standardised tools

• Assess fine motor skills, gross motor skills, sensory processing, handwriting, written expression and daily living skills

• Assess literacy-related skills including reading, spelling and written language

• Produce clear, detailed written reports with evidence-based recommendations for families and schools

Intervention & Therapy

• Plan and deliver individual sessions targeting fine motor, gross motor, sensory processing, executive functioning, handwriting and daily living skills

• Implement evidence-based intervention programs to improve reading, spelling and written expression

• Design and deliver group programs addressing regulation, social skills, typing, writing and problem-solving

• Select and apply evidence-based protocols and programs appropriate to each child's profile

• Apply positive behavioural strategies to motivate, engage and support students

Collaboration & Development

• Work as part of a caring, collaborative multidisciplinary team of allied health professionals and educators

• Engage in peer supervision, internal training and ongoing professional development

• Contribute to the development of new services aligned with PosAbility's mission and values

• Support families in understanding their child's needs and advocating effectively at school and in the community

• Participate in PosAbility's Outreach Program, extending services to children in rural and regional communities

WHAT WE OFFER

 ✓   Competitive above-award salary

✓   Internal mentoring and supervision

✓   Salary packaging (NFP tax benefits)

✓   Opportunity to initiate new services

✓   Flexible scheduling — set your own hours

✓   Access to a broad range of clinical resources

✓   Diverse caseload aligned to your interests

✓   Supportive, values-driven team culture

✓   Generous professional development budget

✓   Contribute to rural outreach initiatives

ABOUT YOU — ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• Degree or higher qualification in Occupational Therapy

• Current AHPRA registration and eligibility for membership with Occupational Therapy Australia

• Minimum two years of paediatric OT experience

• Experience working with children with special needs or learning difficulties, individually or in small groups

• Familiarity with paediatric standardised assessment tools

• Excellent verbal, written and listening communication skills

• Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team

• Valid Working with Children Check and National Police Check

DESIRABLE CRITERIA

• Experience using a wide range of paediatric standardised assessments

• Experience working with school-age children in the areas of literacy, handwriting and written language

• Knowledge of current research and best practice in paediatric OT and learning difficulties

• Experience designing or delivering group programs for children

• Interest in or experience with evidence-based literacy and/or numeracy intervention programs