Graduate Occupational Therapist
- Join a supportive team as a Graduate Occupational Therapist in Townsville, QLD.
- Provide evidence-based care and support to individuals with disabilities.
- Access ongoing training and career development opportunities.
- Allied Health
- Occupational Therapist
- Townsville, QLD
- Permanent - Full Time
- LifeWorks Community
Competitive Salary + Salary Packaging | Increase your take-home income
- Discounted Gym Membership | Stay active for less
- Discounted Health Insurance | Prioritise your well-being with great savings
- Career Progression | Grow your career with development and leadership pathways
- Career Development | Access ongoing training, support, and learning opportunities
- Supportive Team Culture | Join a values-driven team that genuinely cares
About us...
At Royal Rehab LifeWorks Community, we’re redefining health and wellbeing.
As part of the Royal Rehab Group, a leading charity with over 125 years of innovation in rehabilitation and community support services, we are committed to empowering individuals to achieve their health goals through evidence-based care and lifestyle medicine.
About you...
You’re a motivated New Graduate Occupational Therapist ready to begin your career and make a meaningful impact in the community. You bring developing clinical skills, a willingness to learn, and a collaborative mindset. You’ll be supported every step of the way through structured mentoring, supervision and ongoing professional development to help you grow confidence working with diverse and complex needs.
Essential Criteria
- AHPRA‑registered Occupational Therapist — You’ve completed your OT degree and hold (or are eligible for) AHPRA registration.
- Foundational disability knowledge — You bring placement or early‑career exposure to supporting people with disabilities, and you’re eager to build confidence working with more complex needs.
- Developing assessment & intervention skills — You’re ready to learn how to design and deliver evidence‑based OT strategies, supported by structured mentoring, supervision and ongoing professional development.
- Growing independence within a multidisciplinary team — You’re comfortable learning to manage a caseload while collaborating closely with experienced clinicians who will guide your growth.
- Driver’s licence & reliable vehicle — You’re able to travel within the community as you develop your practice.
Your Royal Rewards
- Salary Packaging: Package up to $15,900 of your pre-tax income and boost your take-home pay
- Meals & Accommodation: Package up to $2,650 for dining and holidays expenses
- Maxxia Rewards: Enjoy a huge range of discounts through our salary packaging partner
- Fitness Passport: Discounted access to gym and aquatic centres
- Health Insurance: Exclusive HCF discounts
- Portable Long Service Leave: Access to portable long service leave for eligible candidates
- Career Growth: Genuine opportunities for growth and career development
- EAP Support: Free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support
What’s next
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, address the essential criteria in your cover letter and APPLY NOW to start your journey with us!
Please note, only applicants that address this essential criteria will be considered.
The successful applicant may be required to undergo pre-employment checks including but not limited to a current criminal record check working with children check, employment history and referee checks. Vaccination against infectious diseases is strongly encouraged.
Join us in cultivating a culture of excellence at Royal Rehab, where your skills, growth, and well-being are prioritized!
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