Current Job Vacancies
Move and Play Paediatric Therapy is currently looking for the below roles.
Move and Play Paediatric Therapy is a leading multidisciplinary children's allied health therapy provider located in the Mackay region, in Queensland. We are a locally owned and run business, providing high quality and family friendly therapy services, helping children of all ages and abilities within our region to develop into happy, confident and thriving kids.
Described by our team in their own words, we are ‘supportive, collaborative, flexible and fun’. We pride ourselves on looking out for each other, having fun, working collaboratively, and delivering the best outcomes for children and families. We aim to make a real difference in the lives of our clients, their families, each other, and our community.
Occupational Therapist | Full Time or Part Time
Are you passionate about working with children and families?
Are you looking for a supportive, collaborative, flexible and fun workplace? And the opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team?
Are you a new grad looking to get a fantastic start to your career? Or are you an experienced OT ready to step up in your career?
If you answered YES, then keep on reading, as we could be just what you are looking for!
Our Vision - Our dream…
To create a community where all children, regardless of their developmental delays or disabilities, and their families, are valued and are given every opportunity to realise their value.
Our Mission - What drives us, everyday…
To help children with developmental delays and disabilities to move and play to the best of their abilities, and provide them with a pathway to living their best life.
To empower and connect parents and families so they can create a meaningful life beyond therapy.
To build a community that wholeheartedly includes and supports children of all abilities and their families to live their best lives.
We are looking for motivated, fun and passionate Occupational Therapists.
You might be an experienced clinician looking for the next step in your career with an amazing team. Or you might be an new grad looking for a fantastic start to your career as an OT in paeds. As long as you share our vision and values, we can provide an amazing career pathway for you to be the best OT and human you can be.
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As an OT at Move and Play, you will be joining our multidisciplinary team of occupational therapists, physios, speech pathologists, and allied health assistants. Our primary Clinic is based in Mackay, and we also have a Clinic in Cannonvale (5 mins from Airlie Beach)! You will support children from infancy through to adolescence, with a variety of developmental needs and disability presentations, and their families using a family centred approach. Your therapy supports for children and families may occur across a number of environments including our clinic, a child's home, daycares/kindys/schools, or within relevant local community settings.
This position is open to occupational therapists at all stages of their career. We have established clinical and professional development programs, internal and external mentoring, in-house training and development, clinical educator for student placements, and opportunity for project work.
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Opportunity to work with a team of experienced and passionate therapists, who thrive on collaboration, teamwork and fun.
Flexible working arrangements - 9 day fortnights, 8 day fortnights, 4 ½ day weeks all possible.
Established, interesting and varied caseload, with the ability to work across many areas of occupational therapy.
Opportunity to work utilising a multidisciplinary and transdisciplinary approach, with joint therapy sessions common
Receive regular mentoring and peer support from therapists experienced in paediatrics, as well as access to internal and external professional development. If you are an experienced therapist you will be given opportunity to further your career through further training and specialisation, delivering clinical education, or helping to support the team and service.
Professional development budget and professional development leave to support your growth as a clinician
Dedicated administrative support
Live in beautiful coastal Mackay, close to the Whitsundays. A great place to explore if you are adventurous, or relax, raise a family, and enjoy the slower pace of life compared to the bigger cities.
Relocation funding is available if you will be moving to Mackay for the role.
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Bachelor or Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy
AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
Current Professional Indemnity Insurance
Current valid Blue Card
Current driver's licence
NDIS worker screening check
Vaccination against COVID-19
Creativity and passion for helping children be the best they can be
Our website moveplaypaedtherapy.com.au and Facebook page – Move and Play Paediatric Therapy, also provides additional information about us. Visit us online to meet the team and see what we do!
If this sounds like your dream job, we would love to hear from you! Please send your Cover Letter and Resume to our Business Manager
Psychologist | Full Time
Move and Play Paediatric Therapy is a leading multidisciplinary paediatric allied health service based in Mackay and Airlie Beach. We are an experienced multidisciplinary team of OT's, Physio's, Speechie's and AHA's, and we pride ourselves on looking out for each other, working collaboratively, delivering high quality client-centred outcomes for children and families, and serving our community.
We are currently seeking a highly motivated Psychologist with a passion for helping children and families!
Our Vision - Our dream…
To create a community where all children, regardless of their developmental delays or disabilities, and their families, are valued and are given every opportunity to realise their value.
Our Mission - What drives us, everyday…
To help children with developmental delays and disabilities to move and play to the best of their abilities, and provide them with a pathway to living their best life.
To empower and connect parents and families so they can create a meaningful life beyond therapy.
To build a community that wholeheartedly includes and supports children of all abilities and their families to live their best lives.
We are on the lookout for a motivated, fun, and passionate Psychologist to join our team!
Whether you’re an experienced clinician seeking the next exciting step in your career or a new graduate eager to begin your journey in paediatric practice, we’d love to hear from you.
If you share our vision and values, we’ll provide a supportive environment and an amazing career pathway to help you thrive as a Psychologist and as a person.
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As a Psychologist with Move and Play, you will be responsible for supporting children and adolescents, and their families with a variety of developmental, neurodevelopmental, disability, or mental health presentations. Our service uses a collaborative family centred approach and delivers supports using a mix of in clinic and community-based services.
You will work both independently and collaboratively with the rest of the team to provide therapeutic supports for children and, when relevant, their family members. Therapeutic interventions may include individualised 1:1 sessions, small group therapy, telehealth-based therapy, as well as workshops and seminars.
To support the growth of our clinic, we are very excited to introduce Psychology as an additional service and discipline. As this position will be new, we will work alongside you and an external mentor to establish a clear scope of practice that combines both our service goals and your clinical strengths and experience. We have established clinical and professional development programs, including internal and external mentoring and career development pathways, to enable your continued learning and growth.
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An amazing multidisciplinary team to be part of. We work closely together, offer joint appointments with 2 or 3 disciplines, and support each other to provide holistic quality care to children and families.
Flexible work and roster options – A variety to choose from including 4-day week, 9-day fortnight, 4 ½ days a week, work from home days or half days - we are dedicated to ensuring your roster suits your lifestyle!
Structured in house mentoring with an experienced team of senior therapists and team leaders. We will set you up with an external mentor to provide you with the specific support needed for your clinical practice.
Diary schedules that ensure you have enough time to do ‘all the things’ - we have dedicated time for report writing, non-face to face activities, mentoring, meetings etc.
15 minutes minimum of dedicated preparation and planning time before or after every appointment so you have time to reflect and plan for each client session.
Flexible ‘project block’ hour in your diary each day that you can use for client related activities, mentoring, or completing projects.
Team lunches, social activities, and team R&R sessions to connect with each other and keep our vibe high.
Professional development allowance and leave to help you attend training and events.
Structured career pathways and regular guidance to continually foster your growth. We hope to grow our psychology service in the future, to ultimately providing an opportunity for team leadership for the right candidate.
Dedicated administrative support from our Client Services Team so you can focus on the clinical needs of our clients.
Live and work in one of the most beautiful parts of the country. A great place for people of any age looking for a fun, relaxed, friendly place to live. We have everything you could want or need, without the hustle and bustle (and cost!) of city living.
Relocation funding is available if you will be moving to Mackay for the role.
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AHPRA registered psychologist (full registration preferred, however will consider provision registration)
Current Professional Indemnity Insurance
Current driver's licence
NDIS worker screening check
Vaccination against COVID-19
Creativity and passion for helping children be the best they can be
Our website www.moveandplay.com.au and social media pages (Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moveplaypaedtherapy ; Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moveplaypaedtherapy/ ) provide additional information about us. Visit us online to meet the team and see what we do!
If this sounds like you and you’re eager to thrive in a supported team environment, we’d love to hear from you! Please apply via SEEK or send your Cover Letter and Resume to the Business Manager via manager@moveplaypaedtherapy.com.au
Our website and Facebook page provide additional information about us if you wanted to learn more about us, meet the team and see what we do!
