Senior Occupational Therapist

Why This Role Matters

Senior Occupational Therapists play a critical role in supporting individuals to develop, recover, and maintain the skills needed for everyday life. Through assessment, intervention planning, and therapeutic support, they help children and families improve independence, participation, and overall wellbeing while also mentoring junior clinicians to maintain high clinical standards.

Job Description

Pepper Kids Therapy is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to join its growing team at the Eight Mile Plains clinic in Brisbane. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced clinicians, supervise early-career therapists, and contribute to leadership within a supportive multidisciplinary environment. The position provides strong professional development support, flexible working options, and a collaborative culture focused on delivering high-quality care for children and families.

Key Features of the Role

• Position: Senior Occupational Therapist
• Company: Pepper Kids Therapy
• Location: Eight Mile Plains, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Salary: $96,000 – $112,000 + Superannuation + $3,000 Professional Development Budget
• Workplace Type: Clinic and community-based work with flexible arrangements

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to children in clinic and community settings
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized therapy plans
• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions to support functional development
• Supervise and mentor early-career occupational therapists
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members including speech therapists and psychologists
• Maintain clinical documentation and ensure best-practice service delivery
• Contribute to team learning, case discussions, and professional development initiatives

Required Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Occupational Therapy

Important Requirements

• Current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Strong leadership and supervision capability
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and professional growth

Employment Options

• Full-Time permanent role
• Flexible working hours between 7:30 AM and 5:30 PM
• Opportunity to work partly from home for administrative tasks

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package between $96,000 and $112,000 plus superannuation
• $3,000 annual professional development budget and up to 4 days PD leave
• Up to 5 weeks annual leave including bonus leave
• Up to 12 weeks additional paid parental leave
• Dedicated clinical supervision and peer support
• Administrative support team handling bookings and client waitlists
• Flexible working arrangements and work-from-home options
• Career progression and leadership opportunities

Experience and Skills

• Experience working as an Occupational Therapist with pediatric clients (preferred)
• Ability to supervise and mentor junior clinicians
• Strong assessment and therapy planning skills
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team environment
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client engagement abilities

Salary Insights

• Salary range: $96,000 – $112,000 per year plus superannuation
• Additional $3,000 annual professional development budget
• Additional benefits including paid parental leave and bonus annual leave

Company Overview

Pepper Kids Therapy is a growing allied health provider focused on delivering high-quality therapy services to children and families across Australia. The organization supports a multidisciplinary team of therapists and promotes an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity, professional development, and collaborative care.

FAQs

1. Is supervision provided in this role?
   Yes, the role includes 1-on-1 supervision from experienced occupational therapy leaders and peer supervision sessions.

2. Does the role include leadership responsibilities?
   Yes, the Senior Occupational Therapist will supervise early-career practitioners and contribute to the leadership team.

3. What professional development opportunities are available?
   The organization provides a $3,000 annual PD budget and up to four days of professional development leave.

4. Is flexible work available?
   Yes, flexible working hours and work-from-home options for administrative tasks are available.

Application Tips

• Highlight your AHPRA registration and occupational therapy qualifications
• Emphasize leadership or supervision experience
• Showcase experience working with children and families
• Mention multidisciplinary teamwork and clinical assessment skills
• Demonstrate commitment to evidence-based therapy practices