The OT Mentor

11/11/2025

Today is Allied Health Assistants Day – a chance to celebrate the incredible contribution AHAs make to healthcare.

In paediatric OT, our AHAs play such a vital role in supporting children to reach their goals. Their energy, patience, and dedication allow us to do so much more as a team. We are so grateful for their work and the difference they make every day!

10/11/2025

Today on Remembrance Day, we pause to honour the service and sacrifice of those who have served, and those who continue to serve, for our country.

At 11am, we observe a minute’s silence to reflect on their courage and commitment.

Lest we forget. 🌹

31/10/2025

Happy Occupational Therapy Week! 🎉

This week we celebrate the incredible breadth of our profession — from supporting children to thrive at school and home, to empowering adults to rebuild independence, to helping communities create inclusive environments.

OT is about so much more than activities — it’s about participation, belonging, and living life to the fullest. Here’s to all the OTs making a difference every day!

30/10/2025

Happy World Teachers’ Day! 🍎✏️
Teachers play such a vital role in supporting children’s development, not only in the classroom but also in their everyday growth.

As paediatric OTs, we are so grateful to the teachers who collaborate with us, adapt learning environments, and encourage children to thrive. Today we celebrate their dedication, creativity, and unwavering belief in every child’s potential.

30/10/2025

Today is Day for Daniel — a day to remember Daniel Morcombe and raise awareness about child safety.

As paediatric OTs, part of our role is helping children build the skills and confidence to navigate their world safely. It’s also about empowering families, schools, and communities to create environments where children feel secure, supported, and protected.

Let’s stand together to promote child safety and keep the conversation going — because every child deserves to grow up safe.

25/10/2025

Happy Grandparents Day! 💐
Grandparents play such a special role in children’s lives — offering wisdom, love, stability, and often the kind of patience that only comes with experience.

In paediatric OT, we often see the quiet but powerful impact grandparents have, whether it’s practising therapy activities at home, providing encouragement, or simply being a safe and loving presence. Today, we celebrate and thank them for the important part they play.

24/10/2025

Happy Children’s Day! 🌟
Today we celebrate the joy, curiosity and resilience of children everywhere.

As paediatric OTs, we’re privileged to walk alongside children as they learn, grow and discover their unique strengths. Every small step forward — a new skill mastered, a challenge overcome, a smile of pride — is worth celebrating.

24/10/2025

🌟 OT Community: Join Our Next Group Supervision Call! 🌟

Ever wondered how to truly support a neurodivergent teen struggling with motivation, organisation, and life skills?

In our group supervision session today, one of our members brought a real-life case: a 12-year-old girl with ADHD who found cleaning her bedroom overwhelming.

Together, we explored practical, neuro-affirming strategies—like using her interests as a springboard, breaking tasks into bite-sized steps, and building in routine and predictability.

Here's what you'll get as an OT Member:
• 👥 Access to a vibrant, supportive OT community
• 💡 Regular group supervision calls with real case studies and actionable strategies (our next call is Friday October 31)
• 🛠️ Practical resources for ADHD & executive functioning
• 🤝 Peer support, NDIS navigation tips & professional networking

Next Group Supervision Call: We'll be diving into more real-world cases just like this—sharing ideas, problem-solving together, and leaving with tools you can use straight away in your practice.

Why join?
• Learn how to use motivation and dopamine strategies for teens with ADHD
• Discover ways to make life skills engaging and achievable
• Get support with NDIS challenges and connect with like-minded OTs

Ready to feel more confident, connected, and inspired in your OT practice?

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Let's learn, share, and thrive together—one case at a time. 💙

Join this online group supervision call only for paediatric occupational therapists.

22/10/2025

"Looking forward to group supervision with my paeds OT's tomorrow! There are a couple of spots still left, come and join us! Link in the comments.

Join this online group supervision call only for paediatric occupational therapists.

14/10/2025

It's October! October is my birthday month, so I've put together an extra special month for you in the Kids OT Pod.
Starting with a great self-care topic "Spoon Theory" to help you manage your energy as we ramp up towards Christmas (Already?! 😅)
Then a training on the DRef Assessment, my favourite Executive function assessment.
On Oct 17 Kids OT Pod Coach Vonnie is leading a fantastic training on anxiety in teens and older children, so tune into that if you have clients who struggle with anxiousness!
And to top it all off we have 2 fantastic group supervision sessions at the end of the month. CPD accreditation reports are due in November and I know that it can be tricky to get the interactive hours done, so we're hosting extra sessions this month that anyone can join. So bring your tricky cases, or just come and listen to what other paeds OTs are navigating.
Look forward to seeing you there!

13/10/2025

We are expanding our early intervention services in Tuncurry and Taree and have an exciting position available for an occupational therapist - immediate start or early 2026 start can be negotiated. New grad or experienced clinician. Package negotiable for experienced clinicians.

We'd love to hear from you! Click the link below for more information and how to apply.

https://www.seek.com.au/job/87807461

13/10/2025

Today is Allied Health Professionals Day 🎉 — a day to recognise the incredible contribution of allied health workers across Australia.

From speech pathologists to physios, psychologists to OTs, and many more — allied health professionals are at the heart of helping people live their best lives.

As a paediatric OT, I’m proud to be part of this vibrant community of skilled, passionate professionals who work together to support children and families every day.