Empowered Kids

12/06/2026

✨ School Holiday Group Programs are Coming! ✨

Looking for something meaningful, fun, and engaging for your child these school holidays?

Our Occupational Therapist-supported Group Programs provide children and teens with opportunities to:

💙 Build confidence
🤝 Develop friendships and social connections
🌱 Grow independence and resilience
🗣️ Strengthen communication and teamwork skills
🎯 Practice real-life skills in meaningful environments
🏆 Try new activities and experience success
😊 Have fun in a supportive and inclusive setting

Whether your child loves being creative, active, adventurous, or trying something completely new, our groups are designed to support participation, skill development, and confidence while making school holidays memorable.

Places are limited and many groups fill quickly, so we encourage families to register their interest as soon as possible.

👉 Visit our website to explore the full range of upcoming programs and register your interest:
https://empoweredkidsot.com.au/group-programs/

We can’t wait to welcome both familiar and new faces these holidays! 🌟

12/06/2026

A few weeks ago, members of the Empowered Kids team had the opportunity to attend the Healthy North Coast Primary Health Care Conference in Kingscliff. 💙

It was a fantastic day of learning, connection, and professional growth, with presentations from local, national, and international experts sharing the latest insights across health care.

We were especially proud to see our Director, Kristy Harris, join an incredible panel of women discussing the early identification of developmental delay and the importance of recognising concerns early to ensure children and families can access the right support at the right time.

At Empowered Kids, we’re committed to continually learning, growing, and staying connected with the wider health community so we can provide the best possible support to the children, families, educators, and professionals we work alongside every day.

We’re grateful for opportunities like these that allow us to learn from others, share our experiences, and continue strengthening outcomes for children in our community. ✨

14/05/2026

Kristy Harris, Director of Empowered Kids, is excited to be joining an incredible multidisciplinary panel of clinicians to discuss Global Developmental Delay at the upcoming Health through Ages and Stages Conference.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗶𝗱𝘀 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗖𝗮𝗻’𝘁 𝗔𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀: 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗱 𝗙𝗹𝗮𝗴𝘀
𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘈𝘨𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘴 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦

Developmental concerns often emerge gradually, making early identification and coordinated support critical. This panel will explore practical approaches to recognising developmental red flags, supporting families, and improving outcomes for children through collaborative, multidisciplinary care.

𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀
• Dr Marion Tait, General Practitioner, Bulgarr Ngaru Medical Aboriginal Corporation
• Dr Sarah Mollard, General Practitioner, HealthPathways Clinical Editor Lead and Medical Educator, HNC
• Caroline Henning, Speech Pathologist (Child and Family), Community and Allied Health, Northern NSW LHD
• Sara Gloede, Child, Youth and Family Clinical Network – Strategy and Coordination Lead
• Kristy Harris, Director & Occupational Therapist, Empowered Kids

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱
Hear from an experienced panel across general practice, allied health, and child and family services.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗸 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵
Practical strategies for identifying developmental concerns early, supporting families, and improving care coordination.

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀
📍 Peppers Salt Resort & Spa, Kingscliff
📅 Saturday May 30, 2026
⏰ 8:30am (for a 9:00am start) – 5:00pm
🎟️ $80pp Standard Rate / $40pp Student Rate
➕ CPR Training available: $30pp (limited spaces)

👉 Register now: https://lnkd.in/g5duxwsY

05/05/2026

Some weeks it’s movement.
Some weeks it’s connection.
Some weeks it’s just a good laugh together 🤍

At Empowered Kids, wellbeing isn’t an “extra” — it’s something we actively prioritise, every single week.

Because showing up as a great OT doesn’t just come from clinical knowledge… it comes from feeling supported, regulated, and connected as a team.

We invest in ourselves, and in each other — so we can show up consistently for the children and families we work with.

The best outcomes don’t happen in isolation… they come from teams who feel well, work well 💫

Therapists — what does this look like in your workplace?
Families — what small, consistent things help your household feel more regulated and connected?

We’d love to hear what wellbeing looks like for you 👇

30/04/2026

🌟 Join Our Team as a Receptionist at Empowered Kids! 🌟

Are you someone who thrives on being organised, approachable, and part of a positive team? We’re looking for a warm and reliable Receptionist to join our paediatric occupational therapy practice at Empowered Kids in Tweed Heads South.

This is a key front-of-house role where you’ll be supporting families, keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes, and becoming an important part of our admin team.

About the role:

Full-time position (38 hours per week), Monday to Friday. We are seeking someone genuinely looking for a long-term opportunity within our team✨ Commencement ASAP ✨

We’re looking for someone who:
✔️ Communicates clearly and professionally (both written and verbal)
✔️ Has confidence with computers and data management
✔️ Demonstrates strong task management and organisational skills
✔️ Can juggle competing priorities in a busy environment
✔️ Is confident supporting and interacting with families
✔️ Uses initiative and has strong problem-solving skills
✔️ Brings a flexible, proactive approach to their work
✔️ Is friendly, warm, and professional in all interactions

What you’ll enjoy:
✅ Being part of a supportive and collaborative team
✅ On-the-job training and support
✅ A stable, long-term position
✅ A meaningful role supporting children and their families

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference and be the welcoming face of our practice, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 How to apply:
Please send your resume and a short cover letter outlining why you’d be a great fit to: [email protected]

📅 Applications close: Friday 8th May 2026 🎉

Empowered Kids is a mobile occupational therapy service supporting children, families and schools.

17/04/2026

Start of group program week: fresh, organised, coffee still warm ☕✨
End of group program week: powered by snacks, vibes… and sheer determination 😅

And honestly? We wouldn’t have it any other way.

Because in between all of that…
✨ confidence grows
✨ friendships form
✨ new skills are tried (and sometimes mastered!)
✨ kids step outside their comfort zone and realise “hey… I can do this”

Our Easter school holiday groups wrap up today with our Surf & Coastal Discovery crew 🌊 and what a way to finish!

To every child who showed up and gave it a go this week… we’re so proud of you 💛

Keep an eye on our website for upcoming term groups 👀

And tell us… what group would your child love to try next school holidays?👇

13/04/2026

Warming up… strictly for therapeutic purposes 😅

Getting ready to support:
✔️ regulation
✔️ coordination
✔️ teamwork
✔️ winning & losing

…but also quietly preparing ourselves for the very serious business of not getting too competitive 👀

Because yes — therapists are also working on sportsmanship 🤷‍♀️

Tell us… are you a “just for fun” person, or secretly in it to win? 👇

06/04/2026

Last chance to jump into our group programs before spots fill! ⏳

If you’ve been thinking about giving your child the opportunity to build skills, try something new, and grow in confidence — this is it. Our groups are designed to feel fun, supportive and meaningful, with the added benefit of real skill development along the way.

✨ Small groups
✨ Supportive environment
✨ Real-world skill building

Available groups:
🎣 Gone Fishing: River Adventure
☕ Cafe Crew: Barista Skills
⛳ Let’s Golf!
🤸‍♀️ Strong Bodies: Aerial
🎳 Ten Pin Bowling
🍳 Kitchen Creation Cooking
🥊 Strike Club Boxing
🎨 Art & Sculpture
🌊 Surf & Coastal Discovery

Spots are limited and this is our final intake before a short break — don’t miss out.

👉 Register your interest now:
https://empoweredkidsot.com.au/group-programs/

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30/03/2026

There’s something special about learning new skills in the real world 🌊

Our Surfing & Ocean Discovery Group is all about building confidence, connection, and participation — in a way that feels fun, meaningful, and achievable for each child.

This upcoming session is our last group before we take a break over the cooler months, making it the perfect opportunity for your child to have a taster of what our groups are all about.

✔️ Build confidence in a supportive environment
✔️ Develop social connection with peers
✔️ Try something new (with lots of encouragement!)

Delivered in conjunction with Tweed Coast Surf School, alongside our experienced team — your child will be supported every step of the way.

Spots are limited for this one-off session.

👉 Register your interest + learn more about this and our other group programs:
https://empoweredkidsot.com.au/group-programs/