Graduate Occupational Therapist | Start February 2027

Allay Occupational Therapy; Geelong; Sur place; AUD 65 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Professional Development

Clinical Supervision

Flexible working arrangements

Rostered Days Off

Family friendly working arrangements

Employee Assistance Program

Résumé du poste

Allay Occupational Therapy in Geelong, Surf Coast and Melbourne is seeking a Graduate Occupational Therapist to start February 2027, joining paediatric and youth teams to support children from 0 to 25 years. You will work with families, schools and carers to build daily living skills, independence and confidence.

The Graduate Program provides intensive supervision, professional development, a structured learning plan, and weekly clinical supervision to develop assessment and intervention skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate or new graduate in Occupational Therapy with eligibility for AHPRA registration.
• Experience with paediatric or youth clients is desirable.
• Ability to work with families and schools in a team-based setting.

Responsabilités

• Deliver services within a strength-based, client-driven model.
• Develop therapy plans tailored to each child.
• Collaborate with families, schools and carers.
• Provide thorough occupational therapy reports.
• Work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Contribute to developing service delivery and uptake.

Connaissances

Clinical assessment

Pediatrics-focused

Team collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Formation

Bachelor or Master of Occupational Therapy

AHPRA registration

Outils

Documentation skills

Assessment tools

Description du poste

Graduate Occupational Therapist | Start February 2027

Graduate Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Graduate Youth Occupational Therapist

Applications open until 14th October 2026.

Allay is a team of occupational therapists and therapy assistants applying the latest evidence informed, innovative therapies to form a partnership in achieving the best life with our clients.

We empower people to lead independent and meaningful lives; with sustainable, satisfying daily activities and relationships.

We are a supportive organisation focused on promoting positive team culture and professional resilience to deliver joint inspiration.

Team Overview

Our teams in Geelong, Surf Coast and Melbourne have a structure of a Leadership Team, experienced therapists, Graduate Program and Client Services.

Paediatric Team

Our Paediatric Team supports children aged 0–13 with difficulties including motor skills, sensory processing, emotional regulation and developmental delay.

Our Paediatric Occupational Therapists help children build the skills they need for everyday activities, from play and self-care to learning and friendships. We work closely with families, schools and carers to lay a strong foundation of skills, routines and positive behaviours that support children to engage confidently at home, at school and in their community.

Youth Team

Our Youth Team supports young people aged 13–25 with disability, mental health conditions and developmental needs.

Adolescence through to early adulthood is a time of big change, and our Adolescent Occupational Therapists work alongside young people to recognise their strengths, understand their challenges and work towards goals that matter to them. This might include managing emotions and stress, building independence in daily routines, navigating school and study, developing social connections, or preparing for work and adult life. We aim to help each young person build confidence, a sense of identity, and greater satisfaction and belonging in their everyday life and relationships.

Graduate Program Overview

Allay offers a comprehensive Graduate Program supporting the whole experience of a new therapist. Clinical skills form a strong foundation via intensive supervision, professional development, a graduate growth program and peer led training. Whilst personal development is valued in a guided resilience approach and focus on work-life balance.

Over the first 12 months, all graduates participate in a weekly structured learning program, with scheduled topics and facilitated reflective opportunities.

A structured professional development plan is developed to support knowledge and assessment and intervention skill development.

Clinical and operational supervision is provided weekly to build assessment, intervention and work place skills.

A number of different activities such as shared sessions, buddy catch ups, and growth sessions occur in a culture of openness to learning and psychological safety.

Encouraged peer mentorship opportunities with fellow past graduates.

Support extends into the second 12 months, with ongoing additional support tailored to transitioning as an experienced clinician.

Team Wide Support Structure

As an Occupational Therapist with Allay you will have the opportunity to be supported in developing discipline specific skills, and to pursue areas of particular interest.

Allay provides generous support for professional development. Our Learning Program has regular development opportunities such as supervision, project development, team meetings, clinical reviews, peer lead training, webinars and more.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver all services within a strength based, client driven, family inclusive model.
• Formally and informally assess individuals across occupational domains.
• Develop therapeutic programs unique to client needs.
• Implement intervention to build capacity.
• Deliver individual and group based therapies.
• Lead projects to extend service delivery.
• Create thorough individualised occupational therapy reports.
• Demonstrate ability to work autonomously and effectively.
• Liaison with other relevant supports, both professional and familial.
• Commitment to the needs of people with disabilities and their rights.
• Highly developed oral, written and collaborative communication skills.
• Degree or higher qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Registered with AHPRA.
• Police Check.
• Working with Children's Check.
• Current Driver's License and use of own vehicle.
• Experience in roles with transferrable skills, such as Early Childhood, Key Worker, Case Management, Support Worker Or Personal Care Provider.
• OT Australia Member.

Role inclusions:

• Generous support for Professional Development.
• Clinical Supervision.
• Operational Supervision.
• Regular team meetings and clinical reviews.
• Provision of therapy resources and assessment tools.
• Employee AssistanceProgram.
• Professional Indemnity Insurance.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunity for Rostered Days Off.
• Family friendly working arrangements.
• Inclusive, positive and innovative team environment.
• Salary based permanent employment.