Job Description
Posting Start Date: 01/07/2026
Req ID: 5859
Job Title: Occupational Therapist (Grade 2)- Child Health
Employment Status: Permanent Part Time
Job Location: Hastings, Rosebud
Job Description:
Permanent Part Time - 30.4 hours per fortnight
Located in Hastings and Rosebud
Classification: Occupational Therapist Grade 2 Year 1 - Year 4 (VF6 - VF9)* plus super
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland.
We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between.
More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive.
Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.
The Team & Role
Join a supportive, multidisciplinary team working with children experiencing mild to moderate development delays and make a meaningful difference with early intervention. This role balances direct clinical work, capacity building and community connection with a variety of clinic, and collaboration work.
A day in the life:
Start your morning on site with a friendly and supportive team of Speech Pathologists, Social Workers, Psychologists, Physiotherapists, Early Educational Advisors, Dietitians and Podiatrists, all collocated, making collaboration easy and genuine
Complete Initial Assessments using a holistic family-centred approach informed by the social model of health
Deliver short-term , goal-focused therapy that builds a child's everyday participation at home, kinder or school
A focus on children with mild to moderate delays see progress and impact
A balance of OT initial assessments and short-term therapy, working with children and their carers to build capacity
Offer supervision and support to Grade 1’s and students and contribute to peer supervision
Participate in monthly multidisciplinary screening days with your colleagues
Connect with kinders, schools, paediatricians & M&CHN
Attend regular OT discipline and local team meetings
Access regular and supportive supervision with an open-door policy for support.
If you enjoy working in a team culture that fosters employee engagement, innovation, and collaboration with management that encourages inclusivity of all team members, an authentically positive culture and professional growth, then we would love to hear from you!
Please click here to see the position description.
Skills & Experience Required
Recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy and maintain current full registration with AHPRA
Ability to assess occupational performance in the areas of fine motor skills, handwriting, sensory processing, regulation, organisation, and self-care skills, and determine appropriate intervention relevant to the child and their family.
Proven ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment
Developed multidisciplinary skills with a wide range of children (ages 0 – 12 years)
Experience providing evidence–based therapy services to children with developmental delays and their families within the community sector
Established skills and commitment to working in child-centred and family-focused practices including skills in working with vulnerable and disadvantaged families
Skills in supervision and development of Occupational Therapists and/or OT Students
Benefits
Generous Leave enjoy 5 weeks* of annual leave each year, with purchased leave* options available
Paid Parental Leave eligible primary carers receive 14 weeks of paid parental leave*
Annual Leave Loading receive 17.5% leave loading* on top of your ordinary weekly hours when taking annual leave.
Step into state-of-the-art facilities
Take advantage of low-cost onsite parking
Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing
Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots
Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport
Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program
Grow your skills through top-tier education and training partners
Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders
Next Steps
For role specific information please contact Virgina McRae at
[email protected]
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact the People Experience Team on 03 9784 2700 (option 1) or
[email protected]
The role ceases advertising on 15 July 2026 : Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/
Additional Information
Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities.
To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/
- Please refer to Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 – 2026 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/
It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.
Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.
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