Occupational Therapists | 2026 Regional Graduate Program
Apply to the Occupational Therapists | 2026 Regional Graduate Program role at Novita in South Australia.
Job Type
Permanent – Full Time
Location
South Australia
Job Category
Allied Health
About Novita
Novita nurtures ambition of every size and shape, for a career that grows with you, in a team that supports you. Novita is South Australia’s most established provider of therapy, assistive technology, community programmes and community living services for people with disabilities and we’re evolving every day. Novita brings you the benefits of structure along with the freedom to grow within an environment that’s big, but personal. We equip you with the tools to thrive as the whole person you are, embracing whatever makes you tick, so you can reach your true potential.
Work at a place that supports you to achieve your best so you can support others to achieve theirs.
Job Description
If you’re nearing completion of a Graduate or Postgraduate qualification that qualifies you for registration and practice as an Occupational Therapist, have you explored regional opportunities?
We have multiple opportunities available in the following locations (please specify your preferred location in your cover letter):
- Whyalla
- Berri
- Broken Hill
- Port Lincoln
About The Graduate Program Role
Our graduate program starts with a supportive and extensive six‑month orientation that includes:
- An intensive initial orientation, blending collective learning with all our new graduates and practical time at your office to meet and shadow your peers
- Weekly clinical supervision with further informal supports
- Regular coaching from your team leader to adjust to the challenges of work
- A diverse clientele with a chance to deliver services to children, young people and adults living with disability, as part of a multi‑disciplinary team
Novita Also Offers Graduates
- Continuing clinical supervision, to develop a clear professional development plan
- Supportive workplace with great team culture
- Prospect to work with and learn from a broad range of other highly skilled allied health professionals
- In‑house training programs to develop discipline‑specific skills and knowledge in providing assessments, consultations and therapy programmes
- Access to regular team meetings and opportunities to share ideas and build positive, strong working relationships
About You
Desired Skills and Experience
- Registration (or impending registration) with the professional body relevant to your discipline
- An innovative, resourceful and creative therapy approach that reflects a competent level of professional knowledge and skill
- Demonstrated exemplary customer service skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients, family members, colleagues and leaders
- Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Check
- Valid driver’s licence and willingness to use your own vehicle for work‑related travel is desirable
We’re serious about safeguarding our clients. If you don’t have a current NDIS Worker Check and SA Working with Children Check, we’ll let you know how to obtain these prior to starting work with us.
Why Join Novita in a Regional Location?
- A diverse caseload and full scope of practice; become a specialist generalist and build broad skills
- Small, close‑knit teams with strong transdisciplinary collaboration and meaningful relationships
- A laid‑back lifestyle with short commutes, beach and/or country living depending on location and travel across regional SA
- Experience working across varied funding models including grants and provider partnerships
- Ongoing supervision, learning and professional development tailored to your growth
- A tailored salary and benefits package that recognises your commitment to regional service
- Relocation support including accommodation assistance to help you settle in smoothly
You’ll Also Enjoy a Range of Other Benefits
- Total salary package includes base salary, annual leave loading and 12% superannuation
- Salary packaging up to $15,900 of your salary, increasing your take‑home pay
- Additional salary packaging benefits including meal and entertainment expenses, accommodation and venue hire, private novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
Apply Now
For a confidential conversation before applying, contact Kate Nicholson on or
Applications are now open for our 2026 Graduate Program and will close when positions are filled. Don’t delay – achieve your amazing at Novita. Please note, applications received in late December may not receive a response until early January.
Novita is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal and fair consideration for employment. Applicants with a disability and/or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are actively encouraged to apply.
Potentially successful candidates will be required to complete background checks prior to confirmation of employment.
Work at a place that supports you to achieve your best so you can support others to achieve theirs.
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