Occupational Therapy Graduate Program

About Better Rehab

Better Rehab began with a vision: to provide better community-centred support services for people living with a disability, and to be a better place to work for all team members. Today, as Australia’s fastest-growing Allied Health provider, these goals continue to inspire and motivate us. Since 2017, we have helped over 18,000 people of all ages and demographics, delivering better outcomes by humanising clinical care and taking an uncompromising approach to quality.

We're excited to announce the opening of our New Graduate Program! This is a unique opportunity for upcoming graduates to kick-start their careers in a dynamic and supportive environment. We are seeking passionate Occupational Therapists to join our industry-leading, structured Graduate Program and bring our values to life. You will be supported across all steps of your journey to develop and strengthen your clinical expertise across the NDIS and the community.

Our Values

We Get Sh*t Done!
We Are People People
Love What You Do
Frankly, We Give A Damn
We Value Ourselves

Our Canberra office and team

Nestled near charming cafes and local shops, with the added convenience of being close to Belconnen Mall for all your shopping needs.
A lively office vibe with competitive lunchtime Bananagrams battles for bragging rights.
Surrounded by great parks and walking trails for midday walks, including the scenic routes near Lake Ginninderra; perfect for those who bring their pup into work.
A unique caseload in the area including paeds and complex physical disabilities

Industry-leading Graduate Program

Two weeks of Graduate specific onboarding including a comprehensive introduction to community practice, the NDIS and life at Better Rehab
A Supervisor to help you navigate all areas of working with Better Rehab, including your transition into fulltime work within your new office. They will also provide clinical support within the NDIS and your caseload
Shadowing opportunities
A buddy from last year’s graduate cohort to answer questions and provide guidance on the new grad role
An iPhone and laptop as well as a designated therapy kit to ensure you are well equipped when working out in the community
Relocation opportunities at our offices across VIC, NSW, WA, SA, QLD and the ACT

Ongoing support and benefits

Clearly defined career progression pathways
Better Flex: A company policy that allows you to compress your working days, flex your working hours and work-from-home
Better Rewards: A bonus initiative for exceeding your realistic KPIs. Earn points that are redeemable for bonus pay, extra leave, awesome experiences and much more!
World-class Learning and Development programs to support and further enable your growth
PD budget to attend external events
Paid parental leave
Wellbeing days
Free daily breakfast and snacks
Travel reimbursement with minimal travel distances

About Your New Role

As a New Graduate Occupational Therapist at Better Rehab, your day could include:

Visiting NDIS participants, assessing their needs, designing therapy plans and advocating on their behalf
Making a bigger difference to participants with a range of conditions, including neurological conditions, ASD, psychosocial and many more
Helping participants from age 0 to 65, across home modifications (complex and simple), equipment prescription and assistive technology. Opportunities to specialise are available!
Writing reports, adhering to NDIS requirements
Liaising with support coordinators, local area coordinators and equipment providers
Collaborating with your multidisciplinary team
Taking advantage of exceptional personal development opportunities
Celebrating your wins with participants, their families and your colleagues.

About you

You are passionate about making a difference!
You have tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy with a graduation date in 2024 or 2025
You embody Better Rehab’s values
You have your own car and a valid driver’s license
You can provide evidence of relevant registrations and proof of COVID vaccinations

Upcoming Webinar - to hear from current Occupational Therapists and understand what Better Rehab's Graduate Program is all about, click here to register for our webinar! https://lnkd.in/gexvnpj8

How To Apply

To make a bigger difference to people’s lives and your career, click ‘Apply Now’.

If you would like to have a confidential conversation before applying (or if you’re interested in a career with Better Rehab but feel this isn’t the right role for you), please call Lizi on 0488 850 2+0.

You can also email lizi@BetterRehab.com.au or visit our website: www.betterrehab.com.au

Please note, Better Rehab does not engage with external recruitment agencies.

Better Rehab is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds and identities to apply. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is fair and equitable. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us.