Occupational Therapist - Early Start Australia Graduate Program
We are seeking a graduate Occupational Therapist to join our team. Our graduate program offers a comprehensive onboarding experience, ongoing support, and a caseload that allows for a smooth transition into the role.
What Sets Our Graduate Program Apart
A smooth transition: We provide a great onboarding experience, a high level of supervision, and ongoing support, as well as a caseload that you can ease into. You will also have a dedicated buddy to help you settle in and fortnightly technical training to boost your clinical skills and confidence.
Your own mentors: You will be mentored by an experienced clinician, delivering therapy in one of our well-equipped clinics, client's homes, and schools, and via telehealth. You will also have 1-on-1 mentoring with a senior clinician to support your career ambitions.
Connected with the brightest: Our teams are well-connected, and you will have access to world-renowned professionals and learn from some of the best minds across Australia.
Collaborate as one: Our close-knit and supportive multi-disciplinary teams inspire an environment of connection and collaboration. You will work with dedicated Allied Health and client support professionals, collaborating on treatment plans and sharing knowledge to contribute to a holistic care approach for our clients.
Balance the way you work: You will enjoy a combination of working in-clinic and in-community.
More Benefits For Our Grads
* A collaborative service model that values all client-related activities, giving you lots of time to spend on the extras that help them achieve their therapy goals
* Over 100 hours of rostered annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours per year
* Up to 12 weeks of annual leave per year with our additional purchased leave program
* Reduced prices and benefits from groceries to movie tickets
* Generous paid parental leave
* Time allocated to therapy support activities, allowing you to spend more time with your clients and follow up, communicate, and collaborate on everything needed to achieve their goals
Your role as an OT Grad
* Help children achieve their development milestones, such as fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination, to help with play, school, or independent skills
* Educate and involve parents, carers, and others to facilitate the development and learning of children
* Help children with developmental delays learn everyday tasks, such as bathing, getting dressed, brushing their teeth, and feeding themselves
* Help children with behavioural issues maintain positive behaviours in all environments
About Our Grads
We are looking for Grads who share our passion for making a difference and making therapy a fun, engaging, and meaningful experience for families. You should be enthusiastic and thrive in an environment that welcomes fresh ideas.
You Will Also Have
* A degree in Occupational Therapy
* Eligibility for AHPRA registration upon graduating
* Graduated in the last 12 months or graduating in 2025
* A full valid driver's license, with access to your own vehicle with third-party insurance
* A valid Working with Children Check, or be willing to obtain
* A clear current Police Check, or be willing to obtain
* NDIS Workers Screening Clearance, or be willing to obtain
* First Aid and CPR certification, or be willing to obtain
* Excellent communication and time management skills, and attention to detail
More About Early Start Australia
Early Start Australia is a national multidisciplinary Allied Health organisation working towards a brighter future for all Australians. Our team of Allied Health professionals offers therapies to support all ages, needs, and abilities, with a strong focus on care for children.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment.
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