Occupational Therapist (Green Thumbs Welcomed!)

Based in Melbourne, the most liveable city in Aus, we have opportunities available for clinicians to join our close-knit Allied Health Clinic. We are seeking a number of vibrant and enthusiastic Occupational and Speech Therapists to join our existing team of Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Music Therapist and Dietitians. We can assist with an Employer- sponsored work visa and also with the process of applying for a pathway to permanent residency. We also offer a highly supportive team culture, with a focus on evidence-based practice, professional development and quality client/family centred practice.

Tilegne Therapy offers training and assistance to employees in attaining the knowledge and experience required. We are an enthusiastic and innovative company with a vision to provide quality healthcare services to our community. We incorporate innovative therapy models with a horticultural twist.

Take the next steps in your career and help us forever change the lives of people with disabilities.

A bit about the position

Tilegne Therapy works with clients across the lifespan who experience a diverse range of challenges requiring our support. You will have a primarily paediatric caseload, with the opportunity for the successful candidate to take on a mixed caseload of adults and children from a variety of backgrounds if desired.

We are seeking Occupational and Speech Therapists across all levels of experience to join our team. We offer flexibility with our positions wherever possible to ensure your work life balance is just how you like it. Variations in hours and location of work, and caseload variation is available for our team members.

A highly supported Graduate Program is in place to mentor and train early-career clinicians in all aspects of clinical practice. Pathways within our practice structure allow for motivated clinicians to progress into management positions in the future if desired. Above award remuneration based on clinical competency and experience is available. Applications from early-career and experienced therapists are welcome.

Benefits of joining our Melbourne team

As a Tilegne Therapy Occupational or Speech Therapist, you’ll have support in relocation and learning/ development opportunities including:

• Relocation support
• Be supported to work within your scope of practice
• Be provided with regular one to one supervision sessions
• Participate in our learning and development program which includes independent learning and shared team learning experiences.
• Receive mentoring and coaching and formal training opportunities to expand on your repertoire of frameworks, approaches and tools.
• Receive report writing coaching and feedback
• Full administration support including assistance with managing your diary & appointments.
• A competitive salary
• Your own work laptop
• Commission bonus scheme available
• Realistic KPIs
• Access to a variety of cloud-based therapy resources and apps to assist with communication & case management software.
• Team recognition program
• Participate in our in-house training modules
• Fortnightly supervision in peer group mentoring
• In-house regular professional development opportunities
• External professional development budget over $1K to attend external events, opportunities and allowance to support your growth
• Flexible working hours as requested
• Travel reimbursement

About you

The successful candidate will have:

• An understanding of family centred practice
• Applicants of all levels of experience are welcome to apply
• Willingness to work closely within a multidisciplinary team
• Tertiary qualification in Speech Therapy or equivalent
• SPA Registration or eligible for registration prior to commencement (we can assist with work visa sponsorship)
• Applicants with Limited Registration or Stage 1 Desktop Audit will be considered.
• Eligible 482 visa holders will be considered.
• Working with children's check and willingness to undergo a Police Check
• Drivers Licence and reliable car