AddressAre you an experienced, passionate Occupational Therapist looking for your dream role? If you have 4+ years in paediatric practice and are eager to make a meaningful impact, Kids First Children's Services in Sydney’s Northern Beaches is where you belong.
Why Choose Kids First?Experience the Difference at Kids First:
We are an award-winning, vibrant team driven by our Core Values: Care, Kindness, Compassion, and Making a Contribution. Since 2007, we’ve supported thousands of children aged 2-18, bringing together the expertise of child psychologists, speech pathologists, occupational therapists, and early childhood/special educators.
Transforming Your Professional Journey:
At Kids First, your role extends beyond therapy. You’ll be part of a nurturing and accomplished team in which collaboration and professional growth are an everyday reality. You’ll share your knowledge and skills with multi-disciplinary colleagues while also benefiting from their diverse perspectives and clinical excellence.
Why Settle for Less When You Can Overcome Common Challenges with Us?Feeling overwhelmed by high workloads and burnout?
At Kids First, we ensure a manageable caseload and provide ample support to keep burnout at bay. Our team approach means shared responsibilities, giving you the time and space to focus on delivering the best care without feeling overwhelmed.
Limited career progression opportunities holding you back?
Kids First offers a planned career pathway for every team member that takes their personal and professional priorities into account. Want to become a clinical mentor? Specialise in an area of professional interest? Move through the ranks or make your ideas for innovative intervention a reality? We genuinely want you to be involved in taking our practice forward,
Tired of the administrative grind?
Our dedicated Customer Service Team handles scheduling, billing, and documentation. You can concentrate on what you do best - providing excellent clinical care.
Hungry for professional development?
Continuous learning is a priority at Kids First. With a generous PD allowance and regular professional development opportunities, you'll tap into a wealth of knowledge from our regular MDT case conferences, weekly OT Hub meetings and external training sessions.
Feeling isolated in your current role?
Join our collaborative and supportive clinic-based team that enjoys an authentic sense of community. We really enjoy one another's company and regular team meetings, case discussions, and social events will keep you connected and engaged.
Worried about financial instability?
Leave contacting behind and enjoy the stability of a generous salary package, paid leave, and a structured Remuneration & Rewards programme that acknowledges the contribution you make to young lives and our practice.
Facing a diverse caseload with limited support?
Benefit from a varied caseload and the backing of a multi-disciplinary team. You'll have the resources and expertise to manage a wide range of client needs effectively.
Struggling to maintain work-life balance?
We value your personal time and strive to ensure a healthy work-life balance with flexible hours and a supportive work environment
Are You the Perfect Fit?
- Communication & Connection:
Do you excel at building strong relationships with children and their families, communicating with warmth and empathy?
- Team Collaboration:
Do you thrive in a collaborative setting, working seamlessly with passionate colleagues across various disciplines?
- Experience & Leadership:
With at least 4 years in Paediatric Occupational therapy, are you ready to step into a mentorship role, guiding and inspiring emerging therapists?
- Expertise in Assessments:
Do you have a robust understanding of assessments that support children's learning and development?
- Location:
Do you live within a comfortable commute to Brookvale, Sydney?
- Career Growth:
This is a full-time role with ample opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Competitive Benefits:
An above-award pay scale, generous PD allowance, an innovative Remuneration & Rewards programme and ‘early finish Fridays’.
- Diverse Caseload:
Work with children aged 2-18 and their families, tackling a variety of challenges and making a real difference in their lives.
- Mentorship Opportunities:
Share your expertise and nurture the next generation of therapists, contributing to a culture of growth and excellence.
- Team Culture:
Regular social events, continuous professional development, and a supportive, inclusive atmosphere that values every team member.
We invite you to watch a short video below that offers a glimpse into our team and what it’s like to work at Kids First!
Sound Like a Fit? We’d Love to Hear from You!Send your cover letter explaining why you’re a great fit for Kids First, your CV and 2 recent professional references to Kids First founder, Sonja Walker (*****@kids-first.com) or give us a call on (02) 9938 5*** for a confidential chat.
We can't wait to meet you!
