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Early Career Occupational Therapist – Clinic Based

Nowra, New South Wales 2541, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • AHPRA registered as an Occupational Therapist.
  • Demonstrated clinical reasoning, assessment skills, goal setting and intervention planning.
  • Experience with NDIS participants and understanding of NDIS processes and funding environments.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Entry Level

Pay Rate

$80,000 AUD – $95,000 AUD (Annum)

Description

Structured Mentoring | Flexible Work | Diverse Clinical Experience | Career Growth

Is This You?

You’ve worked hard to become an Occupational Therapist.

Now you’re looking for a workplace where you can continue learning, build confidence and develop your skills without feeling like you’re doing it all alone.

You want experienced clinicians who are available when you need support.

You want regular mentoring, constructive feedback and opportunities to learn from others.

You want to work with a diverse range of participants and clients so you can discover what areas of Occupational Therapy excite you most.

You want to feel confident in your clinical decisions, report writing and assessments.

Most importantly, you want to know you’re joining a team that genuinely cares about your development and wants to see you succeed.

If that sounds like you, keep reading.

Launch Your Career With Confidence

Starting your Occupational Therapy career can feel overwhelming.

At South Coast Therapy & Support Group, we’ve created an environment where early-career Occupational Therapists are supported to learn, grow and thrive.

We believe great outcomes start with supporting great clinicians.

That’s why we’ve invested in structured mentoring, experienced leadership, Allied Health Assistant support, modern technology and collaborative team environments that help you build confidence faster.

You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced clinicians, develop your clinical skills across a diverse caseload and make a genuine difference in the lives of participants, clients and families throughout the South Coast.

Salary

$80,000 – $95,000 + Superannuation

Based on experience and clinical capability.

Why Early Career Occupational Therapists Choose South Coast Therapy & Support Group

Build Confidence Through Support

We understand that confidence comes from having the right support around you.

That’s why you’ll receive:

✔ Fortnightly 1:1 mentoring

✔ Regular clinical supervision

✔ Access to experienced Occupational Therapists

✔ Assistance with complex cases

✔ Peer support and collaboration

✔ Allied Health Assistant support

✔ Extensive administration support

You’ll never be expected to figure everything out on your own.

Develop Your Clinical Skills

Your mentoring program may focus on:

✔ Clinical reasoning

✔ Assessment skills

✔ Goal setting and intervention planning

✔ Report writing

✔ Functional Capacity Assessments

✔ Assistive Technology

✔ Home and Living Assessments

✔ NDIS processes and funding environments

✔ Complex case discussions

Our goal is to help you become a confident, capable and independent clinician.

Spend Less Time on Administration

We’ve invested heavily in technology so you can focus on learning and supporting participants.

Our AI-powered systems through Splose and 3CX assist with:

✔ Clinical note taking

✔ Report drafting

✔ Documentation workflows

Helping you spend more time developing your clinical skills and less time completing paperwork.

Enjoy Flexibility and Work-Life Balance

We believe a sustainable career starts with balance.

You’ll enjoy:

✔ Full-time or part-time opportunities

✔ Flexible working arrangements

✔ Modern clinic facilities

✔ Supportive leadership

✔ Collaborative team culture

✔ A workplace that values wellbeing

Diverse Clinical Experience

You’ll work with participants and clients across:

✔ NDIS

✔ Aged Care

✔ Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA)

✔ Private services

Your caseload may include:

  • Children, adolescents and adults
  • Neurodivergent participants
  • People living with psychosocial disability
  • Functional Capacity Assessments
  • Capacity Building Supports
  • Sensory and Emotional Regulation Supports
  • Assistive Technology Assessments
  • Home and Living Assessments
  • Falls Prevention Programs
  • Functional Independence Interventions

This diversity provides valuable experience and helps you discover the areas of practice you’re most passionate about.

You’ll Love Working Here If You

✔ Love learning and developing new skills

✔ Enjoy collaborating with others

✔ Value support and mentorship

✔ Want meaningful work

✔ Like variety in your day

✔ Want to make a genuine difference

✔ Are looking for a long-term career, not just your next job

About You

You are:

✔ AHPRA registered as an Occupational Therapist

✔ A recent graduate or early-career clinician

✔ Passionate about helping people achieve meaningful outcomes

✔ Eager to learn and develop your clinical skills

✔ A strong communicator who enjoys building relationships

✔ Open to feedback and ongoing development

✔ Committed to delivering high-quality care

About South Coast Therapy & Support Group

South Coast Therapy & Support Group is an award-winning allied health organisation delivering Occupational Therapy services across the South Coast and beyond.

Our mission is simple: improve lives while creating an environment where clinicians can thrive.

We provide the support, opportunities and environment early-career clinicians need to build confidence, develop expertise and create meaningful impact in their community.

Build Confidence. Develop Your Skills. Make a Real Difference.

Apply today and start your career with a team that is invested in your success.

Company Overview

South Coast Therapy & Support is an award-winning allied health organisation dedicated to helping people achieve greater independence, wellbeing, and quality of life. We deliver person-centred services across the NDIS, aged care, DVA, and private sectors, combining clinical excellence with innovative, evidence-based practice. Our collaborative team of therapists and support professionals is passionate about creating meaningful outcomes while fostering a supportive culture where clinicians can thrive, grow, and make a genuine difference. Every day, we work to strengthen communities, build lasting relationships, and empower people to live their best lives.