New Graduate Occupational Therapist

About the role

Early Start Australia, a national allied health organisation and registered NDIS provider part of the APM Group, is hiring a new graduate Occupational Therapist for its Armadale clinic. The team works with children, young people and families aged 0-16 years to help them reach their full potential, and is looking for an enthusiastic OT who brings energy, empathy and creativity to the work.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based assessments and therapy to a paediatric caseload.
• Provide direct, family-centred and community-based support to children with developmental delays and/or disabilities.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver outcome-focused care.
• Partner with families, educators and key stakeholders to provide education, support and advocacy.
• Develop individualised therapy plans that help children achieve their goals and take part in everyday activities.
• Evaluate and refine practice continuously to ensure best-practice service delivery.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and current AHPRA registration.
• Experience working with children and/or individuals with disabilities.
• Passion for supporting children and families.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Current compliance checks, or willingness to obtain them: Working with Children Check, National Police Clearance and NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Current driver's licence and access to a vehicle.

What we offer

• Flexible working arrangements and compressed work options.
• Up to 12 weeks annual leave through additional leave programs, and up to 16 weeks paid primary carer leave.
• Wellbeing support services for you and your family.
• Competitive salary plus bonus program, and professional registration and membership contribution.
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $5,000 where applicable, and dedicated administrative support.
• CPD allowance, paid professional development leave, mentoring and leadership development, and career progression opportunities.