New Graduate Occupational Therapist

Northcott; Southern Downs Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

PD leave 10 days

Salary packaging

14 weeks maternity leave

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Northcott Therapy is seeking a new graduate Occupational Therapist to join our supportive multidisciplinary team in Queensland. You’ll deliver evidence-based therapy to children and adults, aiming to improve independence and quality of life.

A structured 3-month onboarding, weekly supervision, and peer mentoring will support your growth from day one. You’ll work alongside experienced clinicians, with access to a broader clinical services team across NSW, QLD & ACT, and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy and AHPRA eligibility.
• Person-centred, evidence-based approach to therapy.
• Strong relationship-building with clients, families, and teams.
• Clear communication and teamwork skills.
• Growth mindset and willingness to learn and collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based therapy to children and adults in a multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in structured onboarding, weekly supervision, and ongoing professional development.
• Support clients to improve independence and quality of life.
• Collaborate with clinicians across NSW, QLD & ACT to provide integrated care.

Skills

AHPRA eligibility

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Teamwork

Growth mindset

Education

OT degree

Job description

Begin with confidence. Grow with purpose

• Structured 3-month New Graduate Program.
• Salary Packaging $15,900 + $2,650 entertainment.
• Provided weekly supervision & team support.

About The Role

As a new graduate Occupational Therapist, you’ll work alongside experienced clinicians in a supportive multidisciplinary team, delivering evidence-based therapy that helps children and adults achieve their goals, build independence and improve quality of life.

With a structured 3-month onboarding program, weekly supervision, peer mentoring and ongoing professional development, you’ll have the support to grow your skills and confidence from day one.

Benefits, Perks & Wellbeing

• Work-Life Balance: Take 5 weeks of annual leave to relax, refresh, and focus on what matters most.
• Learning Support: Enjoy 10 days of personal development leave, plus a $1,000 allowance to help you expand your skills and knowledge.
• Maximise Your Salary: Benefit from Non-For-Profit Salary Packaging: $15,900 + $2,650 entertainment.
• Generous Parental Leave: After 12 months of service, enjoy 14 weeks of paid maternity leave to support you and your growing family.
• Wellness Perks: Fitness Passport, reduced health & general insurance, and discounts via Perkbox.
• Supportive Culture: Work in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative environment with peer supervision and access to clinical teams across multiple states.
• Comprehensive Support: Access to a broader clinical services team across NSW, QLD & ACT, with regular peer supervision.
• Accessibility & Wellbeing: Inclusive workplace with support for employees with disability, including tailored adjustments, flexible work options, a psychologically safe environment and various staff networks.

What You’ll Bring

• A degree in Occupational Therapy and AHPRA eligibility/ registration.
• A person-centred, evidence-based approach focused on real outcomes.
• Strong relationship-building skills with clients, families, and teams
• Clear, confident communication and teamwork skills
• A growth mindset and passion for learning and collaboration
• Good organisation and time management to manage a diverse caseload, paediatric to adults.

Want to know more? Check out the New Graduate Flyer 2027 here.

About Us

At Northcott Therapy, we support people of all ages with disability to live more independently through evidence-based, family-centred therapy.

Skills

As a new graduate therapist, you’ll grow and thrive within our supportive, multi-disciplinary team, enjoying opportunities to learn, collaborate, and develop your skills. Enjoy:

• Gradual caseload and calendar build-up (metered start)
• Weekly supervision and regular check-ins
• 2 weeks of professional development leave
• A strong local team with access to our broader NSW, QLD, and ACT networks

Join a trusted organisation with 90+ years of impact—where your growth is supported, and your work makes a real difference.

Before applying for a role at Northcott, we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: Our Story.

Northcott reviews applications throughout the recruitment process, often before the closing date, and we will advise you of the outcome. For general enquiries about the role, please contact [e-mail].

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Northcott actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process and throughout employment. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected and supported to progress. Northcott welcomes applications from and ensures no one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, culture, LGBTQIA+ identity, neurodivergence, disability, gender, age, religion or caring responsibilities. We welcome bilingual and multilingual applicants, recognising the important role language and cultural understanding play in connecting with and supporting our diverse communities. If you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, have a preferred contact method, or need information provided in an alternative format, please contact recruitment at [e-mail] We are here to support you — reasonable adjustments are available throughout the application process and are also available to employees in their roles beyond recruitment.