Graduate Occupational Therapist

Don’t miss your chance, secure your spot now for our mega February 2026 graduate intake! 

Job title – Graduate Occupational Therapist
Location - Albury
Employment Type - Full time or Part time (4 days per week)
Salary - $86,341.21 per annum (inclusive of annual leave loading and superannuation) 
Vehicle options + tech + bonuses + career coaching
  
Step into a career that empowers you and others. 
Don’t miss your chance to make a difference! Start your journey with Everyday Independence in February 2026 and join a graduate program where you’ll get the supervision and support you need to thrive in community disability practice.

About Everyday Independence  
With over 40 hubs across Australia, Everyday Independence is a dynamic allied health organisation committed to changing the game for people with disabilities. Working in the social model, our united team of talented change-makers is on a mission to make inclusion possible for all Australians. 

What Awaits You in Our Graduate Program 
The Interdisciplinary Practice Graduate Program is designed to help you transition from student to a confident clinician. You’ll be supported and inspired every step of the way. 

What You’ll Do 

• Deliver evidence-based therapy in environments that matter most to participants -homes, schools, workplaces, and communities. 
• Empower participants to overcome barriers and achieve their personal goals. 
• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team to share ideas and create innovative solutions. 
• Build meaningful relationships that drive positive change with participants. 

Your First Year Includes: 

• Comprehensive Induction: Your first month is dedicated to building foundational skills and understanding interdisciplinary teamwork. 
• 1:1 Clinical Supervision: Get personalised guidance from experienced mentors and supervisors to enhance your clinical confidence and skills  
• Structured Learning: Dive into both interdisciplinary and discipline-specific modules, covering the fundamentals of therapy planning, high-impact interventions, multi-modal communication, and managing complex behaviours. 
• Professional Development: Strengthen your clinical expertise with a tailored approach while also developing essential professional skills like time management, coaching, and participant engagement 
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Learn alongside other disciplines to broaden your impact.   

Why Choose Us? 

• Career Pathways: Explore seven clinical areas with opportunities to specialise and lead. 
• Support Network: Connect with mentors, supervisors, and a nationwide team of passionate therapists. 
• Learn from Leaders: Work alongside industry experts who will inspire your growth. 
• National Flexibility: With hubs across Australia, grow your career wherever life takes you. 
• Bonus Potential: Earn up to $3,000 annually for meeting role expectations and up to $10,000 annually by increasing your billable time to support more participants 
• Work-Life Balance: Recharge days, wellbeing initiatives, purchased leave, and paid parental leave. 
• Tools for Success: Start with a Surface Pro, phone, and everything you need to thrive. 
• Vehicle Options: Choose kilometre reimbursement or lease a company vehicle. 

What You’ll Need 

• A recently completed Occupational Therapy degree and current (or pending) AHPRA registration. 
• Ability to obtain a NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check. 
• A valid driver’s license and willingness to work in community settings. 

Our Graduates Say  
“As a graduate at Everyday Independence, I have never felt out of my depth because I always knew I had the support of a therapy mentor and my team members to help me through any challenging or new situations. Since joining the graduate program, I’ve never looked back.”  
– Charlotte, Graduate Occupational Therapist  

Be the difference. Be a change-maker. Apply now and start your journey with us.