Occupational Therapist, Early Childhood (0–9 Years)
Core
Deliver assessments and interventions focused on child development, participation, and functional outcomes for children aged 0–9 years with developmental delays, autism, and sensory processing challenges.
Role type
Paediatric Occupational Therapist (Early Intervention)
Builds
Family-centred therapy plans and functional improvements for children and their families
Domain
Allied Health / Paediatrics / Early Childhood Development
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Clinical reasoning, Evidence-based practice, Functional assessment, Assistive technology prescription, Multidisciplinary collaboration, Family-centred care
Responsibilities
Deliver assessments and interventions focused on child development, participation and functional outcomes; Support children experiencing developmental delays, autism, sensory processing challenges and functional skill difficulties; Provide therapy across clinic, community, educational and home environments; Complete functional assessments and develop family-centred therapy plans; Prescribe and recommend assistive technology and therapeutic supports where appropriate; Develop comprehensive reports and recommendations to support funding and therapy outcomes