Occupational Therapist Graduate Program

About the role

Join Early Start Australia’s Graduate Program as an Occupational Therapist and support children in achieving developmental milestones across clinic, home, school and telehealth settings.

Key responsibilities

• Assist children with fine motor, hand‑eye coordination and daily living skills such as dressing, feeding and personal hygiene.
• Educate and involve parents, carers and teachers to facilitate ongoing development and learning.
• Support children with behavioural challenges by promoting positive coping strategies.

Required profile

• Degree in Occupational Therapy and eligibility for AHPRA registration.
• Graduated within the last 12 months or graduating in 2025.
• Valid driver’s licence, Working with Children Check, Police Check and willingness to obtain NDIS Workers Screening, First Aid and CPR certifications.

Required skills

• Excellent communication and time‑management abilities.
• Attention to detail when planning and delivering therapy sessions.

What we offer

• Competitive salary with flexible working arrangements.
• Up to 12 weeks of annual leave plus a purchased leave program.
• Over 100 hours of rostered CPD annually, including monthly training and professional development allowance.
• Generous paid parental leave and discounts on groceries, movies and other services.
• Mentorship from experienced clinicians and 1‑on‑1 senior clinician support.