Job Description
About Us n
Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation providing disability, therapy, and community services for children, adolescents and adults in the Northern Territory. We deliver innovative and flexible services to empower people to thrive and live a great life, and we are committed to a philosophy that respects the rights of individuals to make informed choices about their lives.
About The Role n
We are looking for a New Graduate Occupational Therapist (starting early ****, based in Darwin) to deliver occupational therapy services utilising a person-centred approach that promotes choice and control to participants in relation to their NDIS goals.
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During our 12-month New Graduate Program, you will consolidate your skills, grow your caseload and flourish in your first professional role.
You Might Be The Right Fit If You n
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Are passionate about supporting people with disability
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Have an interest in learning skills across a broad caseload and lifespan
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Are interested in assistive technology prescription and environmental modification
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Enjoy working in a culturally diverse environment, collaborating, and learning from your peers
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Want to deliver therapy sessions in-clinic, at homes, schools, and in the community
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Value a multi-disciplinary team with multiple senior therapists (across Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology and Physiotherapy)
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Are values-driven, self-motivated and organised
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Love warm weather and trying new things!
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Why work with us? n
We provide a positive work environment that encourages and promotes work/life balance,



a sense of humour and having fun. In this role you will work alongside a supportive, multi-disciplinary team who will encourage and inspire you.
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This position offers a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your career in the disability field, with opportunities for ongoing clinical support, supervision, and professional development.
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We value our teams, and our employees enjoy a range of benefits including:
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Competitive salary $73,********,429 + 12% super
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Salary packaging available (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional salary)
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5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
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$1,500 professional development allowance per year
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Relocation assistance available for interstate candidates
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A library of therapy assessments and resources, to support people across the lifespan
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Access to internal professional development mentoring and resources (including case meetings, team projects, specialist interest groups, Quality Improvement projects, monthly training, and regular clinical supervision)
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Support for versatile work arrangements
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Continued support after your first 12 months – transition into our Emerging Clinician Program (with opportunities for regional and remote travel)
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Support to access PHN Professional Development grants
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Access to employee discounts and wellness benefits
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Access to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Free on-site carparking
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On-site café
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Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it!
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📌 New Graduate Occupational Therapist (Starting 2027) (Darwin)
🏢 Carpentaria
📍 Darwin