About our Therapy graduate programOur 12 month graduate program has been specially designed to expand on your university studies, with a dedicated Graduate Coordinator who will be there to support you on your journey.The purpose of the graduate program is to:Build your clinical knowledge and skillsDevelop your professional identityFacilitate your connections to the broader therapy teamSupport your understanding and use of systems and processesCreate opportunities for you to contribute to the organisationThe structure of the graduate program:The structure of the graduate program has been specifically designed to interconnect your learning and development journey with your role as a therapist. We have allocated 1 day per week (for 12 months) for the graduate program with a hybrid delivery to allow you to focus on the weekly topic and engage with your graduate cohort.During the graduate program:During the graduate program we offer plenty of opportunities for you to develop your professional skills and specific clinical knowledge through your participation in formal training, workshops, small group activities and case study discussions.You will also:Be supported by your Graduate CoordinatorBuild connections with other graduatesConnect with multidisciplinary therapy service teams across Victoria and NSW and engage with industry expertsGrow, refine and develop your theoretical and practical skills, experiences, knowledge, and applicationsHave dedicated Professional Development timeReceive dedicated Self-care timeRegular supervision with your Team LeaderAbout the roleAt the beginning of your career, we focus on you and your development as a therapist. As you continue to advance your learning and development within the graduate program, your Graduate Coordinator and Team Leader will work with you on establishing your own caseload of clients.Your role as a therapist, whilst participating in the graduate program will be to:Deliver therapy to children, young people and adults (our clients) who are experiencing learning, language, sensory, intellectual, physical, and cognitive difficulties.Provide evidence-based interventionsCreate opportunities for our clients to build on their strengths, by recognising their goals and developing strategies to achieve long-term solutions.Work with our clients, families, and their support networks formally and informally.Collaborate with a dynamic team of Speech Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and PhysiotherapistsWhat we encourage:Commencing your career can be incredibly rewarding but can also be challenging too. Our focus is to support and encourage you during your career journey. Here are a few things we encourage you to do as a therapist:Reach out for supportGive everything a go & be open to new experiencesRemember that everyone's journey is differentEmbrace learning opportunitiesSelf-praise & celebrate your achievementsDevelop trusting relationships with our clients and their support networksExpand your horizonsExcel your skillsBe brave and confidentWhat we will provideIn addition to what we encourage, we also provide wonderful benefits as a therapist and employee of Scope. These are:Scheduler to assist with booking appointmentsFlexibility (work/life balance)Specialist supervisionTools and resources for clinical practicesWork equipment – Phone, iPad, LaptopTravel allowance or access to a vehicleProfessional Development allowance and opportunitiesCompetitive salarySalary sacrificingAccess to Scope Employee Assistance ProgramApplication RequirementsRecently completed or will be completing your university studies in Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy, or Physiotherapy in 2024.ResumeAcademic transcripts (unofficial)Working with Children's Check (Employee)NDIS Worker Screening ClearanceNDIS Worker Orientation Module certificateDriver's LicenseInternational Police Check (if you have lived overseas in the last 10 years for a continuous 12 month period)The below items will be requested during the recruitment process:APHRA registration (Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy)Provisional Certified Practising Speech Pathology (CPSP) membership through Speech Pathology Australia (Speech Pathology)Scope (Aust) is a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.#J-18808-Ljbffr