Occupational Therapist - School Readiness Clinician

Position overview

• Employment Type: Part time (48 hours per fortnight), Fixed term position
• Commencing: As soon as possible  -   Ending: 31 December 2026
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Grade 2 - Occupational Therapist, Psychologist, Speech Pathologist or Social Worker
• Salary Range: $90,235.60 - $106,906.80 pro rata, plus superannuation

About the role

Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist, Speech Pathologist, Social Worker or Psychologist who is wanting to about make a difference in children's lives? South West Healthcare's (SWH) is on the lookout for an enthusiastic clinician to work as part of the multidisciplinary School Readiness team. The SWH School Readiness team operates in partnership with the Department of Education and Training (DET) as part of the School Readiness Funding initiative. This program works in a capability building model to provide kindergartens with support to deliver evidence-based, quality programs to ensure children get the most out of their early learning.

The SWH School Readiness Allied Health Team are the 2023 Victorian Public Healthcare Award Winners in the category of keeping people healthy and safe in the community and have been providing service excellence to over 50 kindergartens across 5 local government areas since 2019.

The Team

You'll be joining an experienced and dedicated group of professionals, including Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists and Social Workers. Together, you will work in partnership with the Department of Education and Training (DET) to deliver essential services.

Your Impact

Collaborating with educators, teachers, and families, you will help create environments that enhance:

• Speech, language, social interaction, and early literacy and numeracy outcomes
• Self-regulation and positive, pro-social behaviours
• Social and emotional well-being and mastery of everyday tasks
• Fine and gross motor skills

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• Ongoing clinical supervision
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH is the largest health service in South West Victoria, providing acute, mental health, rehabilitation, and aged care together with an extensive range of primary and community health services across the South West catchment. SWH is the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, presenting an exciting opportunity for SWH to provide strong leadership and support across the entire region. With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 30 August 2026. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026 or Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists Victorian Public Sector (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025.

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
• Current Immunisation status

South West Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer and commits to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity by providing a trusting workplace that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. We are committed to The Child Safe Standards, which aim to protect children and young people.

Note: If you experience any difficulties using this website or require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au