Clinical Team Leader (Occupational Therapy)
Clinical Team Leader (Occupational Therapy)
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$ 110000 - 110000
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Job Description
Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist ready to take the lead
Sensational Kids is on the lookout for a motivated and experienced OT to join our team as a Clinical Team Leader. This is a meaningful leadership opportunity for a clinician who still loves client work but is equally passionate about mentoring others and shaping team culture. Wed love to welcome a new leader to our team someone who brings warmth wisdom and a great sense of team spirit.
Were a fun supportive and values-driven paediatric allied health practice where collaboration and kindness are central to how we work. If youre passionate about supporting kids developing clinicians strong collegial connections and growing as a leader within a fun values-driven multidisciplinary team wed love to meet you!
Why work for Sensational Kids
Weve ranked 4th in Healthcare in the 2023 AFR Best Places to Work Awards and for good reason! With 18 years of paediatric experience we offer a vibrant supportive environment where people genuinely care about each other. Sensational Kids offers therapy in a fun collaborative and values-driven environment. Our multidisciplinary team includes OTs Speech Pathologists Psychologists Music Therapists Dietitians and Counsellors.
Sensational Kids is a values-driven practice committed to creating a workplace that values integrity learning fun professionalism and innovation. Were proud of the culture weve created and remain staunchly committed to prioritising high-quality care for families and a safe rewarding work experience for our team.
About the role
Location: Sensational Kids Kensington VIC
Type: Permanent Part-Time (4 days) or Full-Time 30 to 38 hours/week MonFri
This is a blended role that includes both clinical work and team leadership. As a Clinical Team Leader youll support your colleagues to grow and succeed while continuing to deliver best-practice therapy yourself.
As Clinical Team Leader youll:
- Provide general clinical guidance sharing your expertise to support a multidisciplinary team of clinicians
- Facilitate clinical reviews debriefs and case discussions
- Support therapists to manage their caseloads effectively and meet professional goals
- Contribute to onboarding and training of new team members
- Monitor and promote team wellbeing and liaise with management to address emerging needs
- Assist with client triage resource development and quality improvement initiatives
- Maintain a reduced personal caseload delivering high-quality therapy to a diverse range of children and families
- Collaborate with other Clinical Team Leaders and the broader leadership team to keep improving the way we work
- Contribute to service development quality improvement and staff onboarding
- Collaborate with leadership and management on staff wellbeing recruitment and client care
- Provide clinical supervision to other Occupational Therapists (internally and potentially externally)
- Foster a positive high-performing team culture
- This role is perfect for someone who enjoys mentoring others thrives in a team and is ready to lead with warmth openness professionalism and purpose.
Essential selection criteria and requirements for the role
- Full AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
- Current Working With Children Check & NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Your own Professional Indemnity Insurance
- 4 years of clinical experience with paediatric experience preferred
- A team player with a collaborative spirit and willingness to grow
- Experience working with an NDIS participants caseload
- A collaborative spirit a strong ethical foundation and a love for teamwork
- Leadership or supervisory experience within allied health
- A collaborative mindset and a genuine interest in supporting others
- Strong understanding of the NDIA or eagerness to further develop knowledge
- You must be able to work in Australia on a permanent basis
Perks & Benefits What youll receive when working at Sensational Kids
- 9.5 hours (FTE) of admin time each week to support balance
- Structured onboarding and Foundational Skills Programs
- Dedicated supervisor and peer support from other Clinical Team Leaders
- 4 weeks of annual leave 2 days of wellbeing leave each year
- Generous professional development budget paid PD leave
- Whole team Team Days devoted to professional development and wellbeing
- Purpose-built therapy spaces and your own dedicated room and computer
- Access to a huge resource library
- DIR Floortime training and ongoing in-house support
- Clinic Admin and Therapy Assistant teams to support your workflow
- A vibrant multidisciplinary team and strong peer support
- Supportive leadership and clear communication
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) staff recognition and Rewards Program
- Regular team socials a genuinely positive culture and leadership that cares
- Reimbursement for travel and paid travel time where applicable
- Remuneration above award and based on experience
How to Apply
To apply please email your CV and a brief cover letter addressing the key criteria.
For questions contact Amber Day on (03)or email
Applications are open now start date immediately but there is some flexibility for the right candidate.
Job Types: Full-time Part-time
Pay: $90000.00 $110000.00 per year (gross FTE plus superannuaion)
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
