Occupational Therapist - New Graduate Extensive Support program

Looking for more than just a job? We offer more – more support, more flexibility, and more opportunities.

At Down South Therapy, we’re dedicated to providing exceptional therapy services while creating an environment where our therapists can truly thrive. Whether you're working from a local school or community-based, you'll have the chance to make a real impact on the lives of children, teenagers, and adults while enjoying flexibility, recognition, and the support of a passionate team.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

We believe that a thriving team creates the best outcomes for the clients we serve. That’s why we foster a positive, collaborative, and psychologically safe work environment where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported.

✨ We celebrate each other’s wins—big or small—because your success is our success.
🤝 We’re invested in your growth, offering mentorship, professional development, and a team that truly has your back.
💡 Ideas are welcome, questions are encouraged, and learning is a team effort.
💙 Wellbeing matters—we prioritise a balanced, supportive workplace where you can do your best work while feeling valued and respected.

You will also enjoy a range of industry-leading employment benefits, including;

✔Competitive salary & benefits:

• Paid Parental Leave
• Access to Long service leave at 5 years
• $13,700 vehicle allowance 
• 5 Weeks of paid Annual Leave - Plus options to purchase additional leave
• 2 paid Wellness / Birthday Leave days
• 3 additional paid days for professional development
• Laptop and Phone
• Salary packaging options
• Paid professional indemnity and public liability insurance
• Dedicated admin support

✔ Work-life balance that works for you – Full-time and part-time roles available
✔ A realistic caseload – Achievable 4.2 clients per day, including billable admin time
✔ Flexibility & location-based scheduling – Reduce travel time and work closer to home
✔ $250 personal resource bundle – Because we set you up for success
✔ $1500 professional development package + 3 days Training Leave – Keep growing with paid training
✔ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free counselling

If you're looking for a workplace where collaboration, encouragement, and personal growth are part of everyday life, we’d love to hear from you!

About the role

This opportunity is available as part of our 2026 mid-year or January 2027 New Graduate Program, supporting your transition from student to confident, capable clinician.

As an Occupational Therapist at Down South Therapy, you will support children, adolescents, and adults, gaining experience and skills across different areas, with the flexibility to follow your interests, while being supported through a structured and well-supported early career pathway.

You will work across a mix of environments, including our Rockingham clinic, local schools, and community settings.

Your role will include:

• Delivering both individual and group therapy
• Working collaboratively with families, educators, and other professionals
• Developing and implementing individualised, functional therapy plans
• Contributing to a transdisciplinary team approach
• Participating in regular supervision, mentoring, and structured new graduate learning opportunities

You will be supported through a structured new graduate program, including regular supervision, mentoring, and protected learning time to support your clinical development.

We structure caseloads and schedules intentionally, including location-based planning, to reduce travel demands and support a sustainable pace of work as you build your confidence.

There is flexibility to shape your caseload over time and explore areas of clinical interest, with support to grow your skills in a gradual and supported way.

Start early

For students nearing completion of their degree, there is the opportunity to commence a position with DST earlier.

This allows you to:

• Build confidence in a supported environment prior to graduation
• Learn team systems, processes, and ways of working
• Begin developing clinical reasoning alongside experienced clinicians

You would then transition into the New Graduate Program upon completion of your degree.

What it’s like to work here

• A genuinely collaborative multidisciplinary team where input is valued
• A psychologically safe environment where you can ask questions, reflect, and grow
• A neuroaffirming, relationship-based approach to practice
• Regular supervision, mentoring, and opportunities for professional development
• A strong focus on team connection, without pressure to “perform” culture
• A workplace that values consistency, respect, and realistic expectations

Apply If You Are a Graduate Occupational Therapist Who Has:

• Passion: A strong desire to help clients reach their fullest potential through fun yet functional therapy.
• Teamwork: The ability to work effectively within a team and contribute to our collective goals.
• Client and Family Focus: A commitment to client-centered and family-centered practices.
• Organisational Skills: Effective organisational and time-management abilities.
• Communication: High levels of communication skills for advocacy, mediation, negotiation, and conflict resolution.

You Will Need to Have:

• Relevant Occupational Therapy Degree/Masters qualification
• AHPRA Registration - Occupational Therapy
• Working With Children Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• National Police Check
• Driver’s Licence

So, Are You Ready for More?

We are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team. Apply today to start making a difference in the lives of others! Contact our Clinical Operations Manager, Jill Sinclair, at 0404 698 218 or via email at jill.sinclair@downsouththerapy.com.au to start the conversation.

For more details and to understand better what we are all about, visit our website.

We have multiple positions available for the right candidates, and remuneration will be dependent on experience. Join Down South Therapy and be part of a team that genuinely cares about its impact and supports your professional growth every step of the way!