Allied Health Assistant

Supporting your child’s therapy goals with skilled, supervised care.

What is an Allied Health Assistant (AHA)?

An Allied Health Assistant (AHA) is a trained professional who works under the supervision of qualified therapists, such as occupational therapists, speech pathologists, physiotherapists, psychologists, and behaviour support practitioners, to help deliver therapy activities and support your child’s ongoing goals.

At Healthy Kids at Play, our AHAs work closely with our therapy team to ensure your child receives regular, goal-driven support between main therapy sessions.

What Does an AHA Do?

AHAs are not therapists, but they play a vital role in helping your child stay on track. Under the guidance of your child’s lead clinician, they:

Deliver therapy-based activities outlined in your child’s personalised plan
Support daily routines and skill-building in areas like communication, motor skills, and behaviour
Help reinforce strategies from therapy sessions in fun, engaging ways
Work in clinic, school, home, or community settings
Provide feedback to the lead therapist on your child’s progress
Offer extra support between formal therapy appointments to keep momentum going

Every AHA session is carefully planned and reviewed by a registered therapist to ensure safety, consistency, and effectiveness.

Benefits of Working with an AHA at Healthy Kids at Play

More frequent support – Increase your child’s therapy touchpoints
Cost-effective care – AHAs provide affordable access to quality support
Real-life practice – Help your child apply skills in everyday environments
Team collaboration – Our AHAs are part of your child’s full therapy team
Flexibility – Sessions can be held in different settings, depending on your child’s goals

When Should Parents Consider an AHA?

An Allied Health Assistant at Healthy Kids at Play can be helpful if:

Your child needs more frequent support to build on therapy goals
You’re working within a limited therapy budget (i.e, NDIS plan)
Your child benefits from repetition and consistent practice
You want support in daily routines like mealtimes, play, or social skills
Your lead therapist has recommended additional implementation support

AHAs are a practical, supportive bridge between formal therapy and everyday learning moments.

Why Choose Healthy Kids at Play?

At Healthy Kids at Play, our AHAs are trained, supervised, and guided by experienced clinicians who specialise in paediatrics and family-centred care. Our team takes a neuroaffirming, inclusive approach, ensuring every child feels safe, respected, and empowered during their sessions.

We carefully match each child with an AHA who suits their communication style, interests, and developmental needs.

Contact us today to learn more or book a consultation with our team