The Role
An opportunity has become available for an Allied Health Intake Officer - Senior (Community Child Health) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
Independently identify and plan innovative responses to complex child development services
Collate data regarding referrals, service delivery and client tracking
Ensure appropriate allocation of services to children with complex developmental and behavioural needs
Provide clinical intake and triage services for children with developmental and behavioural issues
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
A Tertiary degree in one of the relevant disciplines: Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology (or equivalent), Social work, Speech Pathology,
Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Eligible for membership to the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Paid Blue Card (Working with Children Check)
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading
Salary
Temporary part time (up to 9 months with possibility of extension, 30.40 hours per fortnight)
Base salary ranging from $64.64 - $69.55 per hour
About Us
The Child Development Service (CDS) is a multidisciplinary team that sits within Community Child Health under the Division of Women Newborn and Children's Health at the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service.
The purpose of the CDS is to clarify the reasons for a child's developmental concerns through both informal and formal assessments, ensure families have an understanding of their child's developmental needs, provide time-limited medical or allied health intervention and support the child and family to engage in longer term external support services if applicable.
About Gold Coast Health
Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Thursday, 30 July 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC688164
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