Occupational Therapist

With the support of our industry-leading 360 GO Graduate Program, step confidently into your career as a Speech Pathologist or Occupational Therapist in beautiful Townsville. Be part of a community-based role where you'll collaborate with a skilled, multidisciplinary team committed to making a difference.

WHAT IS 360 GO?

National 360's 12-month Graduate Experience, 360 GO, is the perfect opportunity to transition from university to a rewarding career. Available across NSW, QLD, VIC, WA, TAS and SA, 360 GO is designed to equip you with the skills and support needed to become a capable and confident Speech Pathologist or Occupational Therapist.

Recognised by the Allied Health Awards as the industry's leading Graduate Program, 360 GO is thoughtfully structured to provide exposure to all key areas of practice, ensuring Graduates gain real-world knowledge and experience. Guided by a Graduate Passport to track your journey every step of the way, 360 GO comprises four key phases:

• Simulated Practice: Simulated Practice sessions provide a safe and controlled environment to practice your therapeutic skills and get comfortable with real-life scenarios before your first client session.
• Experiential Discovery: This is a dynamic, hands-on approach that immerses you in real-life situations, allowing you to connect new information to existing knowledge with everyday applications to enhance the learning process.
• Theoretical Learning: Develop your clinical expertise by strengthening your theoretical foundation through immersive and interactive workshops facilitated by Subject Matter Experts.
• Individualised Development: A custom program will be designed with you so you can follow your preferred roadmap to excellence. Specialise or maintain a diverse caseload, and work towards progressing your career operationally or clinically.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

In this rewarding role, you'll lead the delivery of high-quality, community-based care with support and oversight from your Clinical Supervisor and Team Leader. A typical day at National 360 may involve:

• Supporting clients in the community, in their home, in one of our clinic spaces or via telehealth.
• Meeting with your Clinical Supervisor for 1:1 or group supervision.
• Preparing for appointments, writing reports, and completing case notes.
• Spending time with your colleagues, attending team meetings or checking in with your Team Leader.
• Completing the Graduate Curriculum on our online LMS.
• Collaborating with your multidisciplinary team of Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Early Childhood Practitioners and Positive Behaviour Support Therapists, all dedicated to making a real impact.

For more information or to request the position description, contact Senior Talent Partner  Tess Veliz  at or via email at   

ABOUT YOU

You thrive in a supportive, team-driven environment where collaboration and connection matter, and you're ready to deliver meaningful support to clients in the community. You might have a special interest in paediatrics or mental health or have preference for a generalist caseload. You're organised, a good communicator, and genuinely care about helping people reach their goals. If you meet the following criteria, we would love to hear from you

• You hold a relevant Tertiary qualification in Speech Pathology or Occupational Therapy and hold or have applied for AHPRA or SPA registration.
• You have an interest in community healthcare.
• 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

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

• 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 & mobile phone.
• Weekly 1:1 Clinical Supervision & 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    

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.