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Sydney & Western Sydney | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities | Hybrid & Community-Based Work

At Lifestart, we began in 1996 when eight families came together with a shared belief: children with disability deserve better support. Today, we operate across NSW with eleven offices and support more than 10,000 children, young people, families, and carers nationwide. Our work is grounded in lived experience, collaboration, and a commitment to improving outcomes for every child we support. Our Therapy and Behaviour Support teams work alongside families to deliver meaningful, individualised supports that help children and young people build skills, confidence, and independence within their communities.

We are now inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from passionate Allied Health professionals to join our talent pool across:

  • Occupational Therapy
  • Speech Pathology
  • Physiotherapy
  • Positive Behaviour Support

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Key responsibilities

  • Work alongside children, young people and their families to set goals, develop strategies and support their implementation
  • Empower our clients and families to develop independence in areas such as self-care and everyday routines, sensory processing, play and motor skills, emotional regulation and inclusion in chosen activities and settings
  • Opportunity to develop specialist areas of interest such as prescription of Assistive Technology and minor Home Modifications, Sensory Processing and Emotional Regulation
  • Work with a varied caseload alongside a team of experienced allied health professionals and behaviour support practitioners including speech pathologists, physiotherapists and behaviour clinicians.
  • Provide support to families through a keyworker model of practice and parent coaching
  • Opportunity to provide support through telehealth, engaging with families online for assessment and intervention.
  • Opportunity to support families though group programs such as Toilet Training workshops, Transition to School and High School and other interest-based groups.

Key Selection Criteria

  • Qualification in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration
  • Minimum 2+ years' experience
  • Professional experience, or demonstrated commitment to working with children and young people
  • Experience and/or interest in using person and family centred, strength-based approaches
  • Highly organised, and able to work with technology in a changing environment
  • Understanding of inclusion, cultural sensitivities and the needs of diverse communities
  • Align with Lifestart's values and believe you would be a great fit
  • Valid Working with Children's Check (WWCC) Clearance (or willingness to obtain)
  • Valid NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDISWC) Clearance (or willingness to obtain)
  • Fully vaccinated for the Covid-19 Virus (3 doses) or accepted medical exemption certificate
  • Current driver's licence and use of own car

Our Benefits

  • Competitive salary plus superannuation and leave loading
  • Increase your take-home pay with up to $6,500 salary packaging
  • Additional leave benefits including an extra week of paid leave in December, extra personal leave, and cultural/ceremonial leave
  • Flexible working conditions, including hybrid options
  • Access to novated vehicle leasing, travel allowances, and expense reimbursements
  • A strong focus on employee wellbeing, including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Career pathways in both clinical and leadership roles
  • Access to structured professional development, supervision, and peer support
  • Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families

Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families that need a little bit of extra support.

Why Join Lifestart?
  • Competitive salary + super + annual leave loading
  • NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) + $2,650 meals & entertainment
  • One week of paid gifted leave, one additional week of personal leave (15 days total), and cultural/ceremonial leave as part of Lifestart's commitment to acknowledge the diverse backgrounds of our employee.
  • Access to novated vehicle leasing, travel allowances & expense reimbursement.
  • Flexible working conditions, including hybrid option.
  • A strong focus on employee wellbeing, including access to a free Employee Assistance Program with complimentary counselling sessions, and dedicated days for team building and bonding.
  • Access to structured professional development, supervision, and peer support, with a strong emphasis on career succession.
  • Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families.

Ready to Apply?

If you believe you are a good fit for Lifestart, we look forward to receiving your application. Please include your resume and a cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

If you'd like to have a confidential conversation about your application or have any questions, you can email careers@lifestart.org.au.

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