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Overview
Graduate Occupational Therapists - Start your career with purpose, structure and support! At Tashacare, we do things differently. Our well-established, evidence-based Graduate Program is built to give you the tools, support, and flexibility you need to thrive - personally and professionally. Why Tashacare?
Compensation and Benefits
$75,000 + Super
Approx. $5,000 annual travel allowance
Annual leave loading
$5,000 annual professional development allowance
2 days paid study leave
Quarterly reward and recognition program
Support That Starts on Day One
Weekly 1:1 supervision with your Team Leader
Weekly group clinical supervision with senior clinicians
Graduate Program Officer (a recent grad) to guide you through your first 12 weeks
Monthly multidisciplinary team meetings
Structured progression of client load and billables
Intake and billing support teams to reduce admin load
Leadership coaching and career pathway support from Year 2 onwards
A Professional Environment You'll Be Proud Of
Newly renovated clinic on High Street, Northcote - voted the coolest street in the world
12 consulting rooms including a sensory room
Your own desk, laptop and iPhone - no hot desking!
Access to extensive clinical and non-clinical resources
Versatile work options: clinic, home-based or community
Risk management framework with duress protocols to ensure your safety
A Culture That Feels Like Home
Open-plan allied health space promoting collaboration
Dog-friendly workplace
Regular team events: trivia nights, bowling, boat cruises, paint and sip, and more
Diverse, inclusive team of early career and senior clinicians
About the Graduate Program
We know the transition from study to practice can be overwhelming. That's why we've designed a 12-month program to build your confidence, clinical capability and career direction - without burning you out.
Your First Month Includes
12-week orientation with shadowing and soft skill development
No KPIs or billables in Week 1
Caseload capped at 15 clients
Group supervision tailored specifically for graduates
Weekly sessions with your Graduate Program Officer
Billable Expectations Increase Gradually Over The Year
Month 2: 3 hours/day
Months 3-6: 4 hours/day
Months 6-12: 5 hours/day, with a caseload of 25-35 clients
Caseloads are tailored to your interests, location, and experience level - you'll always have a say in the clients you take on.
Who We're Looking For
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (or equivalent)
Registration (or eligibility) with AHPRA
Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check
Driver's licence and own vehicle
Next Steps
We'll arrange an onsite interview around your availability
You'll be paired to start with another graduate for peer support
A personalised professional development plan will be built with your Team Leader
You'll hit the ground running - confident, connected and backed every step of the way
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Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Individual and Family Services
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📌 Graduate Occupational Therapist
🏢 Therapy Pro
📍 Melbourne