Occupational Therapist - Graduates welcome to apply!

National 360; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PD/learning support

Flexible work options

Regular supervision

Team social events

Job summary

National 360 in Ballarat is seeking an Occupational Therapist who is eager to grow, learn, and make a real impact in the community. You will manage a diverse caseload, with options for telehealth, home visits, and office sessions in Ballarat.

You will receive regular supervision and development opportunities, with a strong emphasis on work‑life balance and team collaboration with other therapists and support staff.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and registered with AHPRA.
• Full Australian working rights (or pending).
• Open to graduates or experienced clinicians with interest in community, private, or acute settings.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload tailored to your interests across mental health, paediatrics, aged care, assistive technology, home modifications, or generalist work through community visits, telehealth and clinic sessions.
• Enjoy flexibility in setting appointments, with option to work from home and at the Ballarat office.
• Receive regular supervision, professional development and career progression support with a strong focus on work‑life balance.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of therapists and practitioners to deliver community‑based services.
• Apply your skills to motivate and empower clients; NDIS experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Participate in team social events and celebrations to build connections and a positive workplace culture.

Education

Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Join the National 360 team in Ballarat as an Occupational Therapist! We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who wants to grow, learn, and make a real impact.

What You’ll Do

• Manage a caseload tailored to your interests, whether that’s mental health, paediatrics, aged care, assistive technology, home modifications or a diverse generalist mix through community visits, telehealth, and clinic sessions.
• Enjoy flexibility in setting your appointments, working from home and joining the team in the Ballarat office.
• Receive regular supervision, professional development, and career progression support with a strong focus on work‑life balance.
• Collaborate with a passionate multidisciplinary team of occupational therapists, behaviour support practitioners, early childhood practitioners, speech pathologists, and physiotherapists dedicated to making a real community impact.
• Use your skills to motivate and empower clients; NDIS experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Take part in team social events, lunches, and celebrations to build connections and enjoy a positive workplace culture.

For more information or to request the position description, contact our careers team via email - Tess Veliz, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner via email at [e-mail]

About You

• You hold a relevant Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and hold or have applied for AHPRA registration.
• You have full Australian working rights (or pending).
• Whether you’re just starting your career or have years of experience, we welcome applicants with an interest in community, private, or acute settings.
• You have access to your own vehicle and hold a current driver’s licence.
• You have or are willing to obtain NDIS Workers Check and Working with Children Check.

ABOUT US

Founded in 2006 by Heidi Long, National 360 has grown into one of Australia's leading providers of community‑based allied health services. With 21 offices across six states, we’re known for our strong local connections and commitment to quality care. As an NDIS‑registered provider, our team delivers services in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech Pathology, Behaviour Support, and Early Childhood Intervention.

FOR NEW GRADUATES

360 GO is National 360’s 12‑month Graduate Program, designed to support your transition from university into a confident and capable clinician. Recognised nationally, the program provides simulated practice, hands‑on learning, theoretical training, weekly 1:1 clinical supervision & mentoring and personalised development pathways.

For full details about 360 GO, please visit https://national360.com.au/careers/graduate-program/

360 Benefits

As part of our team, you’ll have access to our 360 YOU and 360 Champions programs, which include:

• Generous Paid Parental Leave.
• $1500 to spend on professional development annually.
• 3 x National 360 Days/year to use on external PD or simply resting & recharging.
• Up to 5 weeks of annual leave each year via our Purchased Leave Scheme.
• Comprehensive Clinical and Operational Development Programs, with structured career pathways.
• 24/7 access to mental health and medical support for you and your family via our EAP service, Sonder.
• Fitness Passport and regular wellness initiatives led by our Wellbeing Committee.
• Discounted private health insurance premiums and full excess coverage for planned or emergency hospital stages.
• A laptop & mobile phone.
• Regular peer supervision & specialist mentoring.
• Novated leasing.
• Pet‑friendly offices.
• Team‑building events and funds for team celebrations.

For further detail about our industry‑leading benefits & reward programs, visit https://national360.com.au/careers/benefits-and-rewards/

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

National 360 is committed to responding to all candidates who apply, regardless of the outcome. We strive to ensure that every candidate is treated with fairness and receives clear, timely communication throughout the recruitment process.

We welcome all people to join our team, including people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, living with disability, all gender identities, LGBTQIA+, people of any socioeconomic status, of any age, race, national origin or ethnicity. We believe each person's uniqueness makes us even better at the work we do.