WANTED … People with Passion, People with HeartAllied Health Assistant (Food Play – Dietitian Focus)
Join a Thriving Allied Health Clinic – Hervey Bay, QLD
Immediate Start | Flexible Hours (15–36 hrs/week)
Are you passionate about helping children build healthy, joyful relationships with food?
Do you thrive in creative, play-based environments where your work makes a real difference?
Are you ready to bring energy, empathy, and purpose to every day?
Spectrum Village is searching for a vibrant, values-driven Allied Health Assistant to support our Dietitian-led Food Play Program in Hervey Bay, QLD.
This isn’t just a support role — it’s a chance to empower children through sensory food exploration, promote confidence at mealtimes, and deliver life-changing early intervention in partnership with our warm, multidisciplinary team.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Supporting our therapists to deliver engaging, play-based food programs under NDIS funding
- Facilitating sessions that help children improve their relationship with food through the SOS (Sequential Oral Sensory) approach
- Providing centre-based client care
- Assisting with therapy resources, session prep, and implementation of individualised therapy treatment plans
- Documenting clear, concise, and audit-compliant session notes
- Working collaboratively with our occupational therapists, speech therapists, dietitians, and allied health assistants
Why Join Spectrum Village?
- Immediate Start Available – We’re ready!
- Inspiring Workspaces – Brand new therapy rooms designed for creativity and calm
- Ongoing Support – Clinical mentoring, admin support, and a genuinely kind workplace culture
- Training & Supervision – Regular 1:1 supervision and team meetings
- Real-World Impact – Be part of something meaningful for local children and families
We’re Looking For Someone Who:
- Has experience working with children (essential)
- Is passionate about food education, sensory engagement, and child development
- Understands and respects neurodivergence (Autism, ADHD, ODD, etc.)
- Has excellent communication and organisation skills
- Is flexible, reliable, and aligned with family-centred, strengths-based care
- Wants to be part of a fun, supportive team committed to making a difference
You Might Be:
- A uni student studying Dietetics, Occupational Therapy, or Speech Pathology
- A graduate (or near completion) of a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
- Someone with a background in early learning, education, or food/nutrition programs
Minimum Requirements:
- Current Driver’s Licence
- Blue Card (Working with Children)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- First Aid & CPR
- National Police Check
Position Details:
- Part-time role available
- 15–36 hours per week
- Immediate Start Available
- Flexible scheduling to suit study, family, or lifestyle needs
How to Apply:
To apply, please provide the following:
✅ A short video (max 3 mins) introducing yourself and answering:
- What’s your greatest achievement in life?
- What do you feel your ‘superpower’ is?
- What’s the most important thing you can bring to the team?
✅ A cover letter outlining your suitability for this role
✅ A current resume with references
Submit your application to:
jess@spectrumvillage.com.au
This is more than a job — it’s a chance to be part of something special.
Apply now for an immediate start and help children discover joy in food, play, and connection.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $25.00 – $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 36 per week
Benefits:
- Employee mentoring program
- Extended annual leave
- Professional development assistance
Supplementary Pay:
- Weekly bonus
Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 04/07/2025
Expected Start Date: 14/07/2025