At a Glance
- Tasks: Support families by coordinating access to paediatric allied health services for children.
- Company: Child Development Services dedicated to helping children with developmental differences.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work-life balance, and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Work from any Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service facility.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Allied health qualifications and registration in relevant fields like Occupational Therapy or Psychology.
The predicted salary is between 81187 - 81187 $ per year.
About us:
Child Development Services supports children aged 0-8 with developmental differences and complex delays, bringing allied health professionals together to understand each child's unique needs. You'll help families make sense of their child's development, build confidence in navigating their journey and connect them with early intervention and community supports that give their child the best opportunity to grow and thrive. The best part? This role can be based from any Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service facility.
About the role:
- Support Child Development Services (CDS) and Community Paediatric Services through a single-entry intake model for children and families.
- Act as the first point of contact for families accessing paediatric allied health services.
- Review, assess and triage referrals based on each child's clinical needs and family circumstances.
- Apply clinical judgement and problem-solving skills to guide referral management and initial clinical support.
- Coordinate access to appropriate services, ensuring children and families receive the right care, at the right time and in the right place.
About you:
- Strong contemporary allied health knowledge, evidence-based paediatric practice and independent clinical judgement to manage complex referrals, solve problems and deliver culturally safe, appropriate care.
- Proven ability to lead quality improvement, develop and evaluate policies and procedures, contribute to research and uphold clinical governance, safety and compliance.
- Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary hospital and community teams, build government and non-government partnerships, and provide clinical advice, coaching and advocacy for children, families and stakeholders.
- Hold qualifications and registration with the appropriate registration authority to practice in any of the following: Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Social Work, Speech Pathologist, Physiotherapist.
What we offer:
- Total remuneration value of up to $81,187 p.a. is comprised of an hourly rate between $66.92 - $71.77 p.h., 12.75% employer superannuation contribution, and 17.5% leave loading.
- Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities.
- Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety.
- Generous Salary Sacrificing Options.
- Paid Parental Leave.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Discounted Private Health Insurance.
- Fitness Passport.
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply:
To apply, please submit the following: Your current CV or resume, including referees. A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description. Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
For assistance: Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6J695335 Applications close: Tuesday, 3 November 2026.
Allied Health Clinical Intake Officer (Paediatric) employer: Queensland Government
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