allied health assistants
Our Allied Health Assistants (AHAs) are trained professionals with qualifications in Allied Health, Education, or Disability (Certificate IV or higher). Many are also working towards their degrees in an Allied Health discipline, such as Speech Pathology or Occupational Therapy.
AHAs enhance therapy outcomes by bridging the gap between sessions and real-world application, supporting skill development and progress in everyday environments.
what we help with
Implementing individual therapy programs for Speech Pathology and/or Occupational Therapy
Facilitating more frequent therapy opportunities
Enhancing therapy progress through additional practice opportunities
Helping clients practice therapy goals and generalise skills in real-world environments
Communicating progress and demonstrating therapy activities to parents/carers
our approach
Our AHAs work under the supervision of our registered Allied Health professionals to deliver personalised, evidence-based therapy programs. They provide structured and practical support to help clients achieve their therapy goals in the most effective way possible.
AHAs are trained to follow therapy programs effectively, document progress, and adjust activities as needed to support development. They provide regular feedback to both the supervising clinician and the client’s family.
By working in different settings, our AHAs help clients to apply their therapy skills in daily life, building confidence and independence.
service options
Home visits
School, kindergarten and childcare visits
Telepractice (online sessions)
Community-based support
how we work
In most circumstances, we will support you by:
Program Creation
The Allied Health Professional creates a tailored AHA program, informed by evidence-based practices and family input.
Joint Session
The clinician and AHA meet to discuss the goals and implementation of the client’s AHA program.
Resource Preparation
The AHA may prepare additional materials to support the therapy goals, as needed.
Therapy Sessions
A block of 10 AHA sessions is provided, typically weekly or fortnightly, with progress monitored and documented.
Review Session
The clinician and AHA meet to review the outcomes of the therapy block. Parents/carers are welcome to join this session, but it is not essential.
Parent/Carer Feedback
The clinician provides feedback on the AHA therapy block and provides recommendations for future supports.
accessing allied health assistant services
Sessions with an Allied Health Assistant can be funded by the NDIS. Clients can also choose to pay out of pocket.
THRIVE
Thrive is a support stream at Peninsula Plus that you might be offered, or choose to access, whilst waiting for other services or when you are experiencing an overwhelming period in your/family's life. It is a capacity building support provided to help with:
- Advocating effectively for your child and accessing other potential supports
- Sustaining your efforts and preventing carer burnout
- Connecting you with other parents and carers to reduce isolation, if needed
- Experiencing joy and fun as a family and celebrating your child's strengths