At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children and young adults through meaningful occupational therapy in various settings.
- Company: Join Jelm Allied Health, a fun and collaborative team in Melbourne’s west.
- Benefits: Comprehensive induction, ongoing supervision, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Start in February 2027 and enjoy a summer break after graduation!
- Why this job: Kickstart your OT career with support and a focus on meaningful participation.
- Qualifications: Recent OT graduate with AHPRA registration and a passion for neurodiversity-affirming practice.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
Start your OT career with support, space to learn and a team you’ll enjoy being part of. Jelm Allied Health is seeking a new graduate Occupational Therapist to join our friendly, fun and collaborative team in Melbourne’s west.
We support children, teenagers and young adults, predominantly neurodivergent participants, alongside people with psychosocial support needs. Your caseload will develop gradually, with guidance to build your skills and confidence across different ages and areas of practice.
Occupational therapy is at the heart of what we do! We bring our work back to occupation, meaningful participation and the everyday activities that matter to each person. You’ll be supported to connect OT theory with practice and develop your clinical reasoning.
Our graduate program provides:
- A comprehensive induction, including two weeks of shadowing and dedicated time to become familiar with assessments and therapy approaches
- Weekly one-to-one supervision for your first three months, then fortnightly, alongside ongoing informal support from the team and lead clinician
- A gradual caseload build-up and protected time for learning and administration
- Support with assessments, session planning, report writing and clinical reasoning
- Professional development opportunities and shared team learning
You don’t need to arrive knowing everything. We’re looking for curiosity, a willingness to ask questions and an interest in growing as an occupational therapist.
Your role will include a mix of clinic-based sessions at our Werribee practice and mobile outreach to homes, schools and community settings. You’ll get to know participants in their everyday environments and work alongside families, educators and support networks to make therapy practical and meaningful. As your confidence grows, there will be opportunities to explore clinical interests, contribute to group programs and learn from a varied caseload.
We take our work seriously and enjoy having a laugh together. You’ll be joining a team that shares ideas, celebrates progress and makes room for questions. With approachable senior clinicians and strong administrative support, you’ll have people around you as you find your feet.
About you: You’re a recent or soon-to-be OT graduate who:
- Values strengths-based, neurodiversity-affirming and person-centred practice
- Enjoys working collaboratively and learning from others
- Is interested in supporting children, youth and young adults
- Wants to build a strong foundation in occupation-focused practice
You’ll need an Occupational Therapy qualification and AHPRA registration before commencing, a Working with Children Check, and a current driver’s licence with access to a reliable vehicle.
Commencing February 2027 — enjoy a summer break after graduation, then begin your OT career with a supported start at Jelm Allied Health.
New Graduate Occupational Therapist in Melbourne employer: Jelm Network
Jelm Allied Health is an exceptional employer for new graduate Occupational Therapists, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment in Melbourne's west. With a comprehensive induction program, ongoing supervision, and professional development opportunities, you'll have the chance to grow your skills while making a meaningful impact on the lives of neurodivergent participants and their families. Join a team that values connection, celebrates progress, and fosters a culture of learning and laughter.
