About Us

At The Play projects we provide high-quality community paediatric Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Behaviour Support and AHA services to clients of all ages and abilities within the NDIS sector. We are a collaborative and innovative team that likes to have fun whilst we work. The Play Projects offers a different model of services which is structured on a play based, program and group model, rather than the traditional one to one therapy.

We pride ourselves on delivering a structured and supportive Graduate program that will kick start your career as an Occupational Therapist. As a TPP Graduate, you will be supported by a range of professionals including a Clinical Supervisor, Clinical Lead and multidisciplinary team, all dedicated to helping you transition from student to therapist!

Why choose TPP?

TPP is not your average workplace! We have designed an amazing work environment and culture that we work hard on maintaining every day. We look for the best people that will fit our values and find enjoyment in what they do which means we have a cohesive and excellent team. Along with this - TPP will offer you the following opportunities:

• A fantastic structured graduate opportunity where you will be supported in the transition from University to Practitioner
• A comprehensive 12 week induction program and a 12 month graduate OT program
• A collaborative, peer supportive and innovative environment
• Ongoing regular supervision with an experienced senior OT
• Amazing PD budget of $4000 and 10 days of professional development leave in your first year.
• Flexible working arrangements including opportunities to work from home or in the office, with full time and part time positions available.
• A company laptop and access to any required IT and OT resources
• Regular staff rewards such as team building, donating to charities, wellbeing activities, birthdays and social events.
• Access to professional counselling services with a registered psychologist
• Guest speaker events (both professional and personal)
• An opportunity to join the TPP team casually with lots of flexibility to work around University and other life commitments
• The opportunity for an RDO each month or a 9 day fortnight for Full time staff

Our clinic is based in Yarrawonga, Victoria which has a large client base stretching from the Riverina (Finley, Jerilderie, Berrigan, Tocumwal), to the Goulburn Valley (Shepparton, Yarrawonga, Cobram, Numurkah, Nathalia), to the Hume Area (Albury, Wodonga, Wangaratta) and many of the small towns in between.

Whilst our office is based in Yarrawonga and initially for your induction period you will be required full time in the clinic, you will also be able gradually work from home more often and service the areas in your location.

Our 12 month Graduate Program will build on your university education by providing you with the learning and support required to be a competent and confident therapist. As a Graduate at The Play Projects, you will have the opportunity to work with a wide variety of participants allowing you to develop your areas of interest, gain exposure and grow holistically as a therapist. Your program will commence with a 12-week induction, where you will receive:

• Observational sessions and joint consultations/program involvement with your Clinical Supervisor
• Monthly TPP Growth Hub Workshops and live learning sessions with your clinical mentors, covering topics like; Documentation and Incident reporting, Restrictive Practices, 6 Pillars and Developmental stages, Zones of Regulation, Working with Autism, Early Language, Sensory Tools, Trauma-informed practice for children and more.
• Monthly Lunch and Learn Workshops involving knowledge sharing with your peer group on topics such as; Building relationship skills, Positive communication, Neuro Affirming training, Assistive technology/equipment, DIR floortime and Motivational Interviewing.
• Monthly OT meetings with the team
• Operational support from the Clinical Lead
• Informal support from your graduate peers and multidisciplinary team
• Access to our online training platform of self-directed learning modules
• A gradual increase to your clinical caseload

Our 12-week program schedule will include topics such as:

• Orientation - setting you up for success!
• Clinical Systems - learning about the NDIS
• Time Management
• Communication
• Documentation and report writing
• Therapy - group programs, assistive technology (AT), assessments and goal setting
• Thriving in practice

So… what happens after the 12-week induction?

You will continue to receive support from Growth Hubs, Lunch and Learns, OT meetings and check-ins with our Clinical Leads, 1:1 Clinical Supervision, group supervision and access internal & external PD and mentoring opportunities! Upon completion of the program, you will have the skills to feel confident in your role as a Occupational Therapist and will be supported to develop your skills in a number of interest areas including:

• Early Years (aged 0-6)
• Teenagers and/or adults
• Creation and facilitation of group programs
• Assistive Technology
• Mental Health

How to apply or seeking more information:

If you’re ready to do OT a little differently and you’re up for a fun adventure we would love to hear from you! We are looking for the following:

• You are passionate about making a difference to people’s lives
• You enjoy working and playing alongside children and young people
• You have a learning mindset and a commitment to continuous development
• You are a 3rd/4th year student or a recent Occupational Therapy graduate
• You have AHPRA Registration or eligibility to apply upon graduation
• You have a VIC and NSW WWCC (or willingness to apply)

We welcome all people to join our team, including people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, living with disability, all gender identities, LGBTQIA+, people of any socioeconomic status, of any age, race, national origin or ethnicity. We believe each person’s uniqueness makes us even better at the work we do.