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 WollongongOur modern office is centrally located, just minutes from Wollongong Central, cafés, restaurants and the beach.The Team Regularly Gets Together ForTeam lunchesCoffee catch-upsEscape roomsAxe throwingGo-kartingDinner and social eventsWe're proud of the supportive culture we've created and genuinely enjoy celebrating successes together.The OpportunityThis role offers the chance to develop your skills across a wide-ranging paediatric caseload while working in clinic, schools,



homes and community settings.You'll Support Children And Families With Presentations IncludingAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)Intellectual DisabilityDevelopmental delayFunctional skill developmentSchool participationDaily living skillsYou'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 LikeNo two days are the same.You Could BeSupporting a child at school to improve classroom participationDelivering therapy sessions in our modern clinicVisiting families at home to develop practical daily living strategiesWorking with parents and educators to build confidence and independenceCollaborating with Speech Pathologists, Behaviour Support Practitioners and Psychologists on shared participantsParticipating in peer supervision and multidisciplinary case discussionsLearning from experienced clinicians who are invested in your successYou'll Never Feel Like You're Working AloneStarting out in community practice can feel overwhelming—but it doesn't have to.At Avina You'll ReceiveRegular clinical supervisionPeer supervision every fortnightOngoing mentoring from experienced cliniciansOpportunities to shadow colleagues across disciplinesSupport with clinical reasoning and report writingA collaborative office environment where asking questions is encouragedOur goal is to help you become the clinician you want to be.What You'll BringWe're looking for someone who is curious, compassionate and eager to learn.You'll HaveBachelor or Master of Occupational TherapyCurrent AHPRA registration (or eligibility)Passion for working with children and familiesStrong communication and organisational skillsA collaborative, person-centred approachCurrent driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicleNDIS 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 FromStructured clinical supervision and mentoringExperienced multidisciplinary colleaguesGenuine opportunities to learn across disciplinesFlexible working arrangementsProfessional development and career progressionModern systems and clinical resourcesA values-driven, collaborative cultureClear pathways into senior clinical and leadership rolesAbout AvinaAt Avina, we're a national allied health and behaviour support organisation supporting communities across Victoria, Current 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 ValuesProgressive | Curious | Respectful | Collaborative | Informed | PurposefulStart Your Career with ConfidenceIf 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.
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📌 Occupational Therapist (Wollongong)
🏢 Avina
📍 Wollongong