Occupational Therapist – Emerge Allied Health, Launceston and Northwest Coast
About Emerge Allied Health
Emerge Allied Health is a multidisciplinary paediatric allied health team delivering neuroaffirming, relationship-based supports across Tasmania. The team takes its clinical work seriously, but the workplace is warm, down-to-earth and genuinely connected.
You’ll find:
- Thoughtful clinical conversations
- Shared problem-solving
- Regular supervision and support
- Genuine flexibility
- Colleagues who celebrate each other’s wins
- Respect for different communication, thinking and working styles
And, importantly, there’s room to be yourself. That might mean a movement break, a snack between appointments or contributing something to the well-stocked craft cupboard.
Recognised for What We Do
Emerge has been recognised for its work in regional health, paediatric allied health and workplace culture.
- Launceston Chamber of Commerce
Business of the Year - Excellence in Regional Health Innovation Award
Winner - Australian Allied Health Awards – Paediatric Excellence
Finalist - Australian Allied Health Awards – Team Culture Excellence
Finalist
Meaningful work. Good people. Plenty of room to be yourself.
Emerge Allied Health is looking for an Occupational Therapist who enjoys working with children and families and wants to be part of a team that genuinely supports one another.
The role will cover the North and Northwest Coast of Tasmania.
Whether you're an experienced clinician or early in your career, this is an opportunity to join a supportive multidisciplinary team where your ideas, interests and professional goals are valued.
About the Role
At Emerge, you’ll support children and young people to participate in the activities, relationships and environments that matter to them.
Your work may include:
- Individual assessment and intervention
- Working alongside families, educators and other professionals
- Facilitating groups, workshops and community-based programs
- Contributing to multidisciplinary planning and service development
- Sharing your clinical interests and strengths with the wider team
You’ll have the opportunity to develop a varied caseload that reflects your strengths and interests.
You don’t need to know everything. Emerge values clinicians who are curious, reflective and willing to work collaboratively.
Sometimes the best clinical conversations start with:
“Let’s work this out together.”
About You:
We’re looking for an Occupational Therapist who brings:
- Current or eligible registration with AHPRA
- An interest in working with children, young people and families
- A neuroaffirming, strengths-based and relationship-focused approach
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- A commitment to family-centred and evidence-informed practice
- The relevant screening and registration requirements to work with children in Tasmania
Experienced clinicians and early-career Occupational Therapists are encouraged to apply.
Your responsibilities, support and opportunities for development will be shaped around your experience and professional goals.
What’s on Offer:
- A genuinely supportive multidisciplinary team
- Regular supervision from experienced clinical leaders
- Flexibility that recognises you have a life outside work
- A varied caseload shaped around your strengths and interests
- Protected time for collaboration and professional development
- Opportunities to contribute to innovative, place-based community projects
- Established systems, resources and administrative support
- Opportunities to develop your clinical interests and share your ideas
- A workplace where your professional strengths and individual working style are valued
Interested?
If you’re looking for meaningful work, a supportive team and the opportunity to make a genuine difference, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, send Sharon:
- Your CV
- A short introduction telling us what you’re looking for in your next role
Not ready to formally apply?
A confidential, no-pressure conversation is always welcome.
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