Occupational Therapist

Our Philosophy in Early Intervention is ‘We believe in play-based learning that is fun, engaging, child-centred, which nurtures the development of the holistic child.

If your passion is for early intervention and our vision resonates with yours, we welcome you to join Fairstart on the journey to enhancing children’s lives and work in a team that is leading by delivering best practice in the Allied Health Sector.

Fairfield City Council delivers a wide range of Children and Family Services, and we’re proud to support our community through high‑quality, inclusive programs. Fairstart Early Intervention provides specialist support for children aged 0–10 with disability or developmental delay, offering services such as speech pathology and occupational therapy.

As part of our Early Intervention team, you’ll work in a supportive, collaborative environment with strong professional networks. We’re committed to helping our therapists grow—offering opportunities for skills development, ongoing learning, and clear pathways for career progression.

If you’re passionate about empowering children and families and want to be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and community impact, join us and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families.

THE POSITION: 

We are seeking to employ an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our friendly, supportive multidisciplinary therapy team. The successful therapist will be based at our modern Greenfield Park early intervention centre. These positions require applicants to deliver individual and group sessions to preschool and primary school-aged children with mild, moderate, and severe developmental delay and/or disabilities. Comprehensive staff induction and training, regular clinical supervision, peer support, and professional development opportunities are provided, as is access to the extensive clinical resource collection. New graduates with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

SALARY & EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS: 

The positions are Grade 5, salary range from $86,482 p.a. (plus superannuation), with progression to $95,459 p.a. on demonstrated competencies, with possible performance progression to $101,305 p.a. (plus superannuation). A generous car allowance is payable in addition to salary. You will receive an organisational laptop and mobile phone.

The Position:

• 1 x Occupational Therapist - full-time 35 hours per week

ESSENTIAL:

• A genuine interest in the Fairfield community’s vision, priorities, and goals, including improving the well-being of children and families and making the Fairfield Local Government Area a better place to live
• Current Occupational Therapist registration with AHRA. Membership with OT Australia and Medicare Provider is desired. Medicare provider number desirable
• Current working with children check, police check, and driver’s licence, prepared to undertake NDIS worker check if not already undertaken
• Experience managing a caseload of clients from a variety of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, completing all required documentation and administration tasks efficiently and within expected timeframes
• Experience in administering and interpreting appropriate formal and informal assessments and developing family-centred goals and support plans for clients
• Experience implementing engaging and effective interventions across a diverse range of disorders, using evidence-based and enjoyable therapy techniques
• Experience working collaboratively with other early intervention and allied health professionals
• A growth mindset, with a commitment to ongoing learning

DESIRABLE:

• Experience applying for assistive technology through the NDIS
• Experience providing intervention through a variety of models including Telehealth
• Experience supporting clients with referrals to external agencies
• Relevant community language
• Current first aid certificate
• Experience using AAC communication systems
• Understanding of positive behaviour supports

Additional Information about working at Fairfield City Council

• Strong professional development culture with a focus on your personal and professional development
• Study support opportunities, including study leave and reimbursement
• A team resource library and budget
• Strong networking opportunities, support, and advice available
• Access to the Council’s Employee Assistance Program
• Administration support from centralise administration team
• Discounted access to the Council’s Leisure Centres
• Two Health & Wellbeing Days annually
• Generous budgets for resources and PD
• Recognition and incentive programs for exceeding performance
• Paid First Aid refresher courses
• Accumulative sick leave (15 days per year)

FURTHER CONTACTS:

Enquiries regarding the position should be directed to Simone Grant on 9725 0114.

CLOSING DATE: 

Sunday 26 April 2026, 11.59pm.

HOW TO APPLY: 

Applications must address the knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience required in the Position Description. A position description is available from the contact person listed above, or from Council’s Website. To apply online visit Council’s website www.fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au/fccjobs. Applications should be addressed to the undersigned and received by the closing date. Applicants must be prepared to undergo a medical examination at Council's expense.

Fairfield City Council is a smoke-free workplace and is an EEO employer. As an inclusive workplace, we support reasonable workplace adjustment. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please notify us on your application form.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia, and may be required to undertake a national police clearance as part of the recruitment process.

Previous applicants need not apply.

We kindly ask for no recruiters at this stage.