Autism jobs in South Australia

Job no: 945894
Work type: Part time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Allied and Scientific Health

Women’s and Children’s Health Network, Sub-Acute and Allied Health, North Adelaide 5006
Salary – AHP2 - Allied Health Professional L2, $94,997.00 to $110,052.00 + 12% Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
Part Time (0.4 FTE) – fixed term (temporary) contract until 20 August 2028

About WCHN
Join the Women’s and Children’s Health Network (WCHN), South Australia’s leading provider of care for women, babies, children and young people. We’re shaping the future of healthcare through compassion, innovation and excellence — with our communities at the heart of everything we do.

What WCHN Can Offer You

Access to salary packaging benefits of up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (e.g. mortgage, rent, utilities, groceries), plus an additional $2,650 each FBT year for meal entertainment expenses.
Access to Fitness Passport (workplace health and fitness program that gives you and your family access to a wide choice of gyms and pools across South Australia.)
Free public transport to and from the Women’s and Children’s Hospital for SA Health metropolitan hospital staff (excludes network community sites).
Support for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
Relocation financial support may be negotiated, subject to eligibility. Click here for details and contact the enquires person for further information.

About the role

The Child Development Unit Coordinator functions as an experienced clinician within an interdisciplinary team in the assessment of and intervention planning for children who present with diverse and complex developmental issues, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Key duties of the role

Plan, coordinate and oversee a high-quality multi-disciplinary assessment service for children presenting with complex developmental concerns
Provide support, counselling, information and advice to parents/caregivers for children and young people who have been referred to the Child Development Unit and are waiting for their differential assessment
Provides information and support to parents, caregivers, referrers, and community members regarding assessment pathways, funding options, and intervention services for children and young people, while ensuring culturally responsive service delivery
Contributes to the effective and professional functioning of the Child Development Unit by promoting a positive, collaborative, and supportive multidisciplinary team environment
Maintains and develops clinical and professional skills while contributing to the delivery of training and education

Skills and Experience

Relevant degree qualification in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology, or Speech Pathology with professional registration/membership eligibility
Current registration with AHPRA or relevant professional body (e.g., Speech Pathology Australia)
Demonstrated experience working with children with developmental delay, disability, and their families
Experience working within multidisciplinary teams, including community or hospital-based services
Demonstrated skills in case coordination, communication, and managing complex clinical workloads

Enquiries can be directed to

Jacob Hall

Administration Manager

81617287

jacob.hall@sa.gov.au

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To learn more about this role — including key selection criteria, special conditions and minimum requirements — please refer to the attached role description and the document checklists below:

Immunisation Requirements Checklist
Applicant Documents Checklist

If you would like further information on applying and winning this role, go to our SA Health Careers Site for the Australian Applicant Guide or if you are an international applicant, check out the International Application Guide.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Application Closing Date: Thursday 13 August 2026 11:55PM

Advertised: 30 Jul 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 13 Aug 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time