Senior Occupational Therapist (Deakin)

Job Description Senior Occupational Therapist | Deakin, ACT | Free Parking Deliver Impact. Advance Your Career. Early Start Australia (ESA) is a national leader in early intervention and allied health services. With 46 clinics nationwide and a workforce of 600+ clinicians, we support more than 28,000 families across Australia through high-quality, evidence-based therapy services. We are seeking an experienced Senior Occupational Therapist to join our established Deakin (Canberra) clinic, contributing to a high‑performing multidisciplinary team and providing best-practice clinical outcomes. The Opportunity This role is ideal for a senior clinician looking to:
- Deliver high‑quality occupational therapy services
- Support and mentor junior clinicians
- Contribute to service quality, governance, and continuous improvement
- Progress toward leadership opportunities within a structured organisation What We Offer
- Competitive salary package aligned to experience
- Up to 12 weeks of leave per year
- Structured clinical supervision and leadership development pathways
- Annual CPD allowance and access to internal training programs
- Flexible caseload options including NDIS, private, or school‑based services
- Leadership development through ESA’s Leadership Academy
- Relocation assistance up to $5,000 (interstate or international)
- Supportive clinical governance and compliance frameworks
- Free on‑site parking About You You will demonstrate:
- A tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy
- Current AHPRA registration
- Experience working with paediatric and/or disability caseloads
- Strong clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice
- The ability to support, mentor, or informally lead clinicians
- A collaborative and qualified approach to service delivery Apply or Enquire Contact: Yasmin Snow | 0412 186 798 Email: Early Start Australia is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qqkvn