Active Ability’s New Graduate Program
At Active Ability, we are committed to ensuring that our new graduate clinicians experience a smooth transition from University to the workforce.
Upon joining us, you will undertake a 16-week onboarding program involving shadowing other clinicians from different disciplines, exposing you to a range of clientele as well as weekly meetings with the team and your clinical manager.
Our experienced leadership team will also provide extensive guidance and resources so you can further your knowledge in the NDIS space. You will be part of a vibrant team who are more than happy to welcome and support you every step of the way.
More about our 16-week onboarding program
Active Ability’s onboarding program has been designed in collaboration with previous new graduates, clinical experts current students. Our aim is to provide an extensive, supportive and encouraging program within your first 16 weeks to help you get started towards your professional career:
First week:
- Copy of onboarding schedule provided
- Check-in meetings scheduled
- Meet the team
- Shadowing other clinicians
- Review of assessment documentation and processes
- Orientation to clinical service delivery and case notes
- Travel reimbursements organised
Month 1:
- Set up weekly case review meetings
- Case note auditing introduced
- Complete orientation manual
- Treatment plan and funding report training
- Conduct mock and actual sessions with other clinicians present
- Conflict resolution discussion with manager
- Online module for working with people with intellectual disability
Month 2 – Month 4:
- Introduced to clinical supervisor and the clinical supervision program
- WHS module completed
- Photo taken and biography written for website
- 12-month performance review organised
- Quality assurance program discussed
- Linked with a support buddy
- Presentations and resources provided for specific pathologies
Supervision & Support
Active Ability is well known for their exceptional supervision and support, we offer ample learning opportunities to develop the best allied health professionals in Australia. As a new graduate clinician, you will receive the following:
- Shadowing – Part of the 16-week onboarding program all new graduates are provided the opportunity to observe a senior clinician for the first two weeks. Working with clinicians from different disciplines provides exposure to a wide range of clients helping better equip you in the future.
- Case study learning opportunities/ research – Group meetings with other new graduates to work through a range of case studies. You are also given a few hours a week where you are able to complete research
- Weekly Meetings – At Active Ability you are given the opportunity to have one-on-one meetings with your clinical manager to discuss your case loads, personalised goals, help answer questions you have about the organisation or NDIS.
- Mentoring – There are plenty of opportunities for you to meet with a mentor who can provide help with more complex cases
- Professional Development – Active Ability offers a range of internal and external professional development opportunities through a wide range of modules, seminars and courses throughout the year so that you are constantly developing and improving as allied health professionals.
Your Circle of support
- Clinical Manager
- Clinical ManagerOne-on-one meetings to discuss case load, queries and support
- Senior Clinician/s
- Supervision/mentoring
- Provide tips and feedback when dealing with clients
- Buddy program
- You will be paired up with another clinician in the local area who can provide additional support or advice.
- Can debrief about same clients
- Team
- Daily/weekly team meetings
- Monthly team activities/events
Benefits
- Flexible work environment
- Full timers encouraged to work from home 1 day per week
- All clinicians are able to manage their own diary, book clients themselves and start and finish times are flexible so long as the role’s objectives are met
- Plenty of resources
- Regular Training
- Internal/external professional development
- Access to different case studies
- Mentors and colleagues with years of experience from a range of disciplines
- Monthly meetings/social events
Frequently Asked Questions
What does working from home involve?
Active Ability therapists work flexibly. Some work from home on a set day per week, others chop and change their schedule to suit them. Working from home usually looks like a range of clinical activities such as meal planning, funding report writing, exercise prescription and equipment prescription.
How does working with Active Ability offer more flexibility than other jobs?
Are there any opportunities for professional development at Active Ability?
Absolutely! At Active Ability we believe that our therapists deserve the best. Professional development is embedded throughout the year in different formats depending on the seniority of the clinicians. For example, our new graduates are provided with intensive professional development, upskilling and shadowing for 16 weeks. From there, they participate in the generalist program, which provides them with regular professional development opportunities that are aimed at upskilling them as a disability generalist. Once they have completed this professional development program, which usually takes about two years, they move into the specialist program. This is an individualised, fully customisable professional development program that the clinician can tailor to their personal needs and areas of interests.
What does an annual review and progression look like at Active Ability?
At Active Ability, we believe that every clinician is a lifelong learner and we recognise the progression of a new graduate through to a senior clinician in a similar model to that adopted by NSW Health. As part of our program, every clinician completes a complete review of their previous 12 months, which involves:
- celebrating their wins
- recognising their areas for improvement
- sets their professional goals for the next 12 month period
- sets their professional goals for the next 3-5 year period
- salary review
What is the NDIS and how does it work?
The National Disability Insurance Scheme provides funding to people living in the community with a permanent and significant disability. This allows patients to access support and services to enable them to enhance their skills and live a more independent life.
How does allied health play a role in the NDIS?
We provide mobile allied health services to a range of clientele in the community. By being community-based, we are assisting clients in their journey in a familiar and comfortable setting, whilst also ensuring we are able to build long-lasting relationships.
Will I need to travel to my clients?
We do require therapists to travel to client’s homes, schools or other community settings. All mandatory equipment is provided for each employee and all travel will also be reimbursed.
How to apply?
We’d love to hear from you!
Please click the button below to apply to our new-grad program, include your resume and a cover letter letting us know why you’d like to join our new-grad program and we will contact you for an interview!
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