Occupational Therapist & Speech Pathologist

National 360; Ballarat; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading allied health service provider in Ballarat is seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist or Speech Pathologist. You'll manage a tailored caseload in various community settings, enjoying flexibility in appointments and strong support for professional development. This role is ideal for candidates with a relevant qualification and a commitment to helping local families and individuals.

Benefits

Generous Paid Parental Leave

Up to 5 weeks of annual leave

$1500 annual professional development allowance

Discounted private health insurance

Pet-friendly offices

Team-building events

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in community, private or acute settings.
• Access to a vehicle and a current driver's license.
• Willingness to obtain NDIS Workers Check and Working with Children check.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload in various community settings.
• Work alongside a diverse team passionate about helping the community.
• Enjoy flexibility in setting appointments and the option to work from home.

Skills

Community engagement

AHPRA or SPA Registration

NDIS familiarity

Driving skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy or Speech Pathology

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a passionate Occupational Therapist or Speech Pathologist to join our team in Ballarat. Use your expertise to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families in your local community.

What you’ll do

• Enjoy a tailored caseload to your interests or maintain a generalised caseload.
• Enjoy flexibility in setting appointments and the option to work from home or our local office.
• Receive strong supervision, professional development opportunities and support to maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• Work alongside a diverse team passionate about helping the community.
• NDIS experience is a plus, but your Occupational Therapy or Speech Pathology skills and ability to inspire clients are the focus.
• Manage your own caseload in various community settings, including homes, schools and aged care facilities.
• Enjoy team social events, team lunches, seasonal celebrations, and opportunities to unwind and have fun together outside of work.

Who you are

• You hold a relevant tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy or Speech Pathology.
• You have current AHPRA or SPA Registration (or pending).
• You have full Australian working rights (or pending).
• You have a minimum of 1 year experience 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 a NDIS Workers Check and Working with Children check.

About National 360

Founded in 2006 by Heidi Long, National 360 has grown into one of Australia’s leading providers of community-based allied health services. With 22 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.

360 Benefits

• Generous Paid Parental Leave & Purchased Leave entitlements.
• 3 x National 360 Days/year.
• Up to 5 weeks of annual leave each year via our Purchased Leave Scheme.
• $1500 to spend on professional development annually.
• Comprehensive Clinical and Operational Development Programs, with structured career pathways.
• 24/7 access to mental health and medical support for you and your family.
• 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 stays.
• A laptop and 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 & rewards, visit the 360 benefits and rewards page.

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.

Want a meaningful, flexible career? Join National 360 in Ballarat as an Occupational Therapist or Speech Pathologist and support our local community!