Join our interactive grad program with tailored development plans to support your growth.
Come for the program, stay for a permanent rewarding career Enjoy excellent pay, incentives, & employee benefits based either Cairns, Mackay, Newcastle, South Melbourne or Townsville.
With flexible pathways and ongoing development, this program builds the foundation for a lasting career as an Occupational Therapist—exciting opportunities await!
Graduate Program – Expressions of Interest: Occupational Therapist Are you ready to launch your career as an Occupational Therapist with a company that not only cares about helping people but also cares about you and your future?
Join KINNECT, where we support your growth every step of the way!
We have multiple graduate opportunities available across metropolitan and regional Australia.
About KINNECT KINNECT is Australia's largest privately-owned occupational health provider, and we're proud to be making a difference in the lives of tens of thousands of individuals every year.
From injury prevention and rehabilitation to pre-employment medicals and health surveillance, we're committed to supporting workforces from hiring to retirement.
We're a growing and vibrant organisation with offices across metropolitan and regional Australia.
Our passionate local teams, supported by a network of over 350 partner clinics, make us a trusted national leader in Workplace Rehabilitation and Occupational Health services.
At KINNECT, you'll join a values-driven, like-minded team that thrives on meeting challenges and making a real impact for our clients.
Our core values: Happy, Highly Skilled People Creating Sustainable Value.
These aren't just words – they're how we live and work every day!
Graduate Pathway to Success Our 12-month Graduate Program is your pathway to becoming a successful Workplace Rehab Consultant.
Throughout the program, with our support and guidance every step of the way and you will come out the other end with a permanent role at KINNECT.
On this program you'll learn to: Assess and support workers with physical and psychological injuries to help them return to work.
Conduct workplace assessments to identify the demands of different roles and develop tailored rehabilitation plans that ensure sustainable outcomes.
Provide clinical insights and justification through professional report writing.
Perform Activities of Daily Living (ADL) assessments and coordinate services and equipment prescriptions.
Case management of complex injuries, working closely with doctors and healthcare professionals to facilitate recovery and return-to-work transitions.
Additionally, you'll gain hands-on experience in injury prevention services, learning about: Pre-employment assessments covering drug & alcohol, audiology, spirometry, vision, and functional testing.
Creating job dictionaries that outline key duties, physical demands, and cognitive requirements for workplace rehabilitation.
Conducting Manual Task Risk Assessments and delivering engaging Manual Handling Training.
Performing ergonomic assessments in various settings – from workplaces to vehicles and home environments.
Graduate Pathway - Program Structure & Support KINNECT's Graduate Pathway offers a carefully structured 12-month development plan, designed to be 'hands on' to give you the skills and experience you need to thrive.
Here's how we support your journey: Supervision: A dedicated Team Manager will be your primary supervisor, guiding you through your role and ensuring a smooth transition into full-time work.
Mentorship: You'll be paired with a mentor from your discipline who will provide insights and advice to help you grow.
Development: Monthly professional development sessions and quarterly face-to-face training with the rest of the Graduate Network to keep you learning and evolving.
Collaboration: This is a hands-on program with opportunities to shadow professionals from various disciplines, including psychologists, physiologists, and rehab counsellors, to broaden your knowledge.
Personalisation : Your learning journey is flexible, allowing you to tailor your experience to suit your individual needs.
Peer Support: A buddy from last year's graduate cohort will be available to answer your questions and provide practical guidance.
What makes KINNECT Special?
Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible hours, work-from-home options, and part-time opportunities, so you can enjoy a fulfilling career without sacrificing your personal life.
Explore New Horizons: Travel to new places, work across different industries, and visit diverse sites.
Tailored Development: You'll receive individualised training and supervision, along with opportunities for leadership through our Emerging Leaders Program.
Endless Opportunities: With our commitment to professional development, the sky's the limit when it comes to career progression.
Team Culture: From paid days off for your birthday to a calendar packed with social events, you'll love our fun, inclusive workplace culture.
Cailin, a 2023 KINNECT Graduate, says: "KINNECT is my dream grad job.
The resources, opportunities, and support have made my career start amazing – and the potential for growth is huge!"
Who Should Apply?
Our Graduate Pathways Program is perfect for you if you're in your final year of study, a recent graduate, or have less than 12-18 months of experience in the field.
You hold (or are about to hold) tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy, with a graduation date in 2023 or 2024, and are eligible for professional membership with AHPRA.
You're passionate about making a meaningful difference in people's lives.
You align with our core values: Happy, Highly Skilled People Creating Sustainable Value.
You have a valid driver's license.
We'd Love to Hear from You!
At KINNECT, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and qualities everyone brings to our team.
If you're an A-Player who's excited about making an impact and this opportunity resonates with you, click 'Apply' and upload your resume and cover letter.
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Our Careers Team will reach out to you for an initial phone screen – just a friendly chat to get to know you better!
Still have questions?
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Feel free to reach out to Ali in our Careers Team at 0427 986 041 or email ****** .
We're happy to chat and provide any information you need to make the best decision for your future.
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