At Avina, we believe the best clinicians are supported by experienced mentors, encouraged to ask questions and given opportunities to develop at their own pace.
Our Wollongong team has built a reputation for doing exactly that.
We're looking for an Early Career Occupational Therapist to join one of Avina's most established multidisciplinary teams.
Whether you're a recent graduate or have a year or two of experience, you'll be surrounded by clinicians who genuinely enjoy helping each other succeed.
Why Join the Wollongong Team?
The Wollongong team is known for its supportive culture, experienced clinicians and collaborative approach to care.
Many of our team members have worked together for over four years, creating a welcoming environment where you'll quickly feel part of the team.
You'll work alongside experienced Occupational Therapists, Behaviour Support Practitioners, Speech Pathologists, Psychologists and Social Workers who are passionate about sharing their knowledge and helping early career clinicians grow.
Several clinicians provide supervision or are progressing towards that pathway, meaning mentorship and professional development are built into everyday practice—not just your scheduled supervision sessions.
Live and Work in Beautiful Wollongong
Our modern office is centrally located, just minutes from Wollongong Central, cafés, restaurants and the beach.
The team regularly gets together for:
Team lunches
Coffee catch-ups
Escape rooms
Axe throwing
Go-karting
Dinner and social events
We're proud of the supportive culture we've created and genuinely enjoy celebrating successes together.
The Opportunity
This role offers the chance to develop your skills across a varied paediatric caseload while working in clinic, schools, homes and community settings.
You'll support children and families with presentations including:
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)




Intellectual Disability
Developmental delay
Functional skill development
School participation
Daily living skills
You'll work closely with families, teachers and support networks to develop practical, meaningful strategies that help children achieve their goals.
As your confidence grows, you'll have opportunities to expand your clinical interests and contribute to new service initiatives, including future group programs.
What Your Week Could Look Like
No two days are the same.
You could be:
Supporting a child at school to improve classroom participation
Delivering therapy sessions in our modern clinic
Visiting families at home to develop practical daily living strategies
Working with parents and educators to build confidence and independence
Collaborating with Speech Pathologists, Behaviour Support Practitioners and Psychologists on shared participants
Participating in peer supervision and multidisciplinary case discussions
Learning from experienced clinicians who are invested in your success
You'll Never Feel Like You're Working Alone
Starting out in community practice can feel overwhelming—but it doesn't have to.
At Avina you'll receive:
Regular clinical supervision
Peer supervision every fortnight
Ongoing mentoring from experienced clinicians
Opportunities to shadow colleagues across disciplines
Support with clinical reasoning and report writing
A team-oriented office environment where asking questions is encouraged




Our goal is to help you become the clinician you want to be.
What You'll Bring
We're looking for someone who is curious, compassionate and eager to learn.
You'll have:
Bachelor or Master of Occupational Therapy
Current AHPRA registration (or eligibility)
Passion for working with children and families
Strong communication and organisational skills
A collaborative, person-centred approach
Current driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle
NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
Community experience isn't essential we'll provide the support to help you transition successfully.
Why Choose Avina?
When you join Avina, you're joining a national organisation that still feels local.
You'll benefit from:
Structured clinical supervision and mentoring
Experienced multidisciplinary colleagues
Genuine opportunities to learn across disciplines
Flexible working arrangements
Professional development and career progression
Modern systems and clinical resources
A values-driven, collaborative culture
Clear pathways into senior clinical and leadership roles
About Avina
At Avina, we're a national allied health and behaviour support organisation supporting communities across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and South Australia.
With more than 400 clinicians nationally, we provide Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Psychology, Physiotherapy, Dietetics and Behaviour Support services across community, clinic and telehealth settings.
Everything we do is guided by our values:
Progressive | Curious | Respectful | Collaborative | Informed | Purposeful
Start Your Career with Confidence
If you're looking for more than just your next job—if you're looking for a team that will genuinely invest in your development—we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Occupational Therapist (Wollongong)
🏢 Australian Health & Therapy Group
📍 Wollongong