- 12-month program with 1:1 clinical supervision valued at up to $32,600
- Deliver meaningful, evidence-based therapy using the social model
- Attractive salary + super + PD allowance + vehicle options + bonuses
Apply today for our Interdisciplinary Practice Graduate Program
mid-year intake starting in August, or choose to start sooner with our
monthly intakes.
Job title – Graduate Occupational Therapist
Location – Newcastle, Maitland or Central Coast
Employment Type – Full time, Part time (4 days per week) or 9-day fortnight
Salary – $77,200 – $80,104 per annum (inclusive of annual leave loading) + superannuation + vehicle options + mobile + laptop + options to boost salary up to $10,000
Supervision and Support – Valued at up to $32,600
Professional Development – PD allowance negotiable
Step into a career that empowers you and others.
Whether you’re about to graduate, newly qualified or already working after university, our graduate program is designed to meet you where you are.
You’ll get the support you need to grow your confidence, build your skills and create lasting, positive change for people with disability.
About Everyday Independence
With over 40 hubs across Australia, Everyday Independence is a dynamic allied health organisation committed to changing the game for people with disabilities. Working in the social model, our united team of talented change makers is on a mission to make inclusion possible for all Australians.
As one of the Australia’s largest therapy providers, Everyday Independence is growing with confidence and welcoming passionate, purpose driven practitioners who want to make a real impact. At Everyday Independence, you’ll find job stability, structured mentoring and supervision, continuous learning and professional development, career pathways and a values-driven culture.
What Awaits You in Our Graduate Program
The Interdisciplinary Practice Graduate Program is designed to support and inspire you every step of the way
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What You’ll Do
- Be supported to deliver evidence-based therapy in environments that matter most to participants -homes, schools, workplaces, and communities.
- Empower participants to overcome barriers and achieve their personal goals.
- Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team to share ideas and create innovative solutions.
- Build meaningful relationships that drive positive change with participants.
Your First Year Includes:
- Comprehensive Induction: Your first month is dedicated to building foundational skills and understanding interdisciplinary teamwork.
- 1:1 Clinical Supervision: Get personalised guidance from experienced mentors and supervisors to enhance your clinical confidence and skills
- Structured Learning: Dive into both interdisciplinary and discipline-specific modules, covering the fundamentals of therapy planning, high-impact interventions, multi-modal communication, and managing complex behaviours.
- Professional Development: Strengthen your clinical expertise with a tailored approach while also developing essential professional skills like time management, coaching, and participant engagement
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Learn alongside other disciplines to broaden your impact.
Why Choose Us?
- Career Pathways: Explore seven clinical areas with opportunities to specialise and lead.
- Support Network: Connect with mentors, supervisors, and a nationwide team of passionate therapists.
- Learn from Leaders: Work alongside industry experts who will inspire your growth.
- Reducing non-billable admin tasks: Utilising an AI-powered health scribe as part of our commitment to improve service delivery.
- Competitive Salary Package: Attractive remuneration, plus additional benefits such as vehicle options, laptop, phone, and performance and loyalty bonuses.
- Bonus Potential: Earn up to $3,000 annually for meeting role expectations and up to $10,000 annually by increasing your billable time to support more participants.
- National Flexibility: With hubs across Australia, grow your career wherever life takes you.
- Work-Life Balance: Wellbeing initiatives, purchased leave options, paid parental leave and confidential wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Tools for Success: Start with a Surface Pro, phone, and everything you need to thrive.
- Vehicle Options: Choose kilometre reimbursement or lease a company vehicle.
What You’ll Need
- A recently completed Occupational Therapy degree and current (or pending) AHPRA registration.
- Ability to obtain a NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check.
- A valid driver’s license and willingness to work in community settings.
Our Graduates Say
“As a graduate at Everyday Independence, I have never felt out of my depth because I always knew I had the support of a therapy mentor and my team members to help me through any challenging or new situations. Since joining the graduate program, I’ve never looked back.”
– Charlotte, Graduate Occupational Therapist
Be the difference. Be a change maker. Apply now and start your journey with us.