Graduate Program Now Open - Occupational TherapistsAdd expected salary to your profile for insights.We’re a passionate, collaborative, and forward-thinking team of therapists, united by our desire to make a positive difference in people's lives.If you are a therapist eager to make a difference and enjoy working within a passionate, collaborative, and supportive organization, Kern is the place for you.Whether working with individuals and their families in hospital, aged care, or community settings, we aim to set the standard for allied health services in WA.We believe that by developing innovative and effective ways to deliver therapy, we will raise the expectations for therapy service providers.Why work with Kern?As a Graduate, we understand that career development, workplace culture, and a robust support structure are essential for a high-quality team experience. To support your growth as you start your career, Kern offers:A diverse caseload aligned with your interests and passions. Our goal is to provide variety to keep you engaged and to foster professional growth and challenge.A values-driven organization with a strong emphasis on support. As a Graduate, you'll benefit from an extended leadership structure including mentors and seniors, both internal and external.A commitment to providing a high-quality, compassionate, and supportive client experience through the Kern Supports Model. We adopt a ‘team around the person’ approach to help our participants achieve their goals and live their best lives.A carefully designed new graduate development program to help you reach your professional aspirations, with ample mentoring support.A dedicated leadership and senior team committed to the Kern coaching and development framework, aimed at accelerating your growth, career progression, and job satisfaction.What’s in it for you:A competitive starting salary and a mileage allowance paid at 99 cents per km.A bonus of 5 Kern days per year, in addition to your annual leave.Flexible working options tailored to your lifestyle — part-time and full-time roles available.A technology package to enable remote work.A $200 Personal Resource Allowance to build your therapy resources kit.Extensive professional development opportunities.Apply directly and receive a $2,000 sign-on bonus.If successful, you’re also eligible for a $3,000 referral fee if you refer a friend to join our team.The RoleAs a mobile community-based OT, working within a collaborative interdisciplinary team, you will deliver high-quality, person-centered supports across the Bertram, Rockingham, and South Metro regions. You will work in partnership with families and support networks, addressing a range of disability-related needs from short-term interventions to complex, long-term support.With clinics located in Bertram and Mandurah, your caseload will be balanced based on your location.You will be supported by your clinical Team Leader, Clinical Service Managers, Seniors, Mentors, and work alongside other dedicated professionals including speech pathologists, physiotherapists, psychologists, positive behavior support practitioners, and therapy assistants.What you will need:A passion for providing excellent client care, using your current skills and a commitment to continuous professional development.Alignment with Kern’s values of Seek to Understand; Play as a Team; Be Different and Better; and Passionate about the Kern Way!Standard Qualifications:A Bachelor of Science (OT) or approved equivalent.AHPRA registration.A valid Working with Children Check.A valid NDIS Worker Screening Check.Interested?If you'd like more information, please contact Amanda Hardwick at 0488 788 362 or email amanda@kernhealth.com.au for a confidential chat or to receive our Graduate Program Booklet.Are you ready to start your career?Your journey begins now!
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