Graduate Occupational Therapist

3 days ago


Northcote, Victoria, Australia Therapy Pro Full time $75,000 - $120,000 per year

Graduate Occupational Therapists - Start your career with purpose, structure and support

At Tashacare, we do things differently. Our well-established, evidence-based Graduate Program is built to give you the tools, support, and flexibility you need to thrive - personally and professionally.

Why Tashacare?

A Competitive Package

  • $75,000 + Super
  • Approx. $5,000 annual travel allowance
  • Annual leave loading
  • $5,000 annual professional development allowance
  • 2 days paid study leave
  • Quarterly reward and recognition program

Support That Starts on Day One

  • Weekly 1:1 supervision with your Team Leader
  • Weekly group clinical supervision with senior clinicians
  • Graduate Program Officer (a recent grad) to guide you through your first 12 weeks
  • Monthly multidisciplinary team meetings
  • Structured progression of client load and billables
  • Intake and billing support teams to reduce admin load
  • Leadership coaching and career pathway support from Year 2 onwards

A Professional Environment You'll Be Proud Of

  • Newly renovated clinic on High Street, Northcote - voted the coolest street in the world
  • 12 consulting rooms including a sensory room
  • Your own desk, laptop and iPhone - no hot desking
  • Access to extensive clinical and non-clinical resources
  • Flexible work options: clinic, home-based or community
  • Risk management framework with duress protocols to ensure your safety

A Culture That Feels Like Home

  • Open-plan allied health space promoting collaboration
  • Dog-friendly workplace
  • Regular team events: trivia nights, bowling, boat cruises, paint and sip, and more
  • Diverse, inclusive team of early career and senior clinicians

About the Graduate Program

We know the transition from study to practice can be overwhelming. That's why we've designed a 12-month program to build your confidence, clinical capability and career direction - without burning you out.

Your First Month Includes

  • 12-week orientation with shadowing and soft skill development
  • No KPIs or billables in Week 1
  • Caseload capped at 15 clients
  • Group supervision tailored specifically for graduates
  • Weekly sessions with your Graduate Program Officer

Billable Expectations Increase Gradually Over The Year

  • Month 2: 3 hours/day
  • Months 3-6: 4 hours/day
  • Months 6-12: 5 hours/day, with a caseload of 25-35 clients

Caseloads are tailored to your interests, location, and experience level - you'll always have a say in the clients you take on.

Who We're Looking For

  • Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (or equivalent)
  • Registration (or eligibility) with AHPRA
  • Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check
  • Driver's licence and own vehicle

Next Steps

  • We'll arrange an onsite interview around your availability
  • You'll be paired to start with another graduate for peer support
  • A personalised professional development plan will be built with your Team Leader
  • You'll hit the ground running - confident, connected and backed every step of the way

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