Not worth it - Occupational Therapist Everyday Independence Employee Review

Great work environment and amazing team, workers are friendly and compassionate as well as well supported

Very difficult growth for a new Graduate, limited time for improvement and room to improve on mistakes, work-life balance is being prioritised more on billable hours, as suppose to worker's personal life.

Supportive and genuine colleagues who care about their clients. The team was the best part of working here Strong multidisciplinary approach, with therapists collaborating to support participants Reimbursement provided for kilometres travelled

Unfortunately, the cons heavily outweighed the positives. Workload and KPIs: - High workload with a strong emphasis on meeting KPIs - Limited flexibility to take leave for professional development without impacting targets (often requiring use of annual leave or meeting KPIs within fewer days) - Bonus structure appeared difficult to access due to high thresholds and percentage requirements before any increase in hourly rate Training and Support: - Initial training is brief (approximately 3 days, online) and largely generic, with limited role-specific content - Minimal hands-on or in-field training beyond initial shadow shifts - Heavy reliance on peer mentors, who often have limited experience and capacity due to high workloads and multiple mentees - Expectation to manage therapy sessions independently early on, even as a new graduate Management and Culture: - High level of micromanagement, including frequent reporting requirements - New programs and initiatives introduced without sufficient training or consultation - Noticeable staff turnover, which at times impacted continuity of care and team stability - At times, there was pressure to push additional services (e.g. habit coaches, physios) that may not always align with participant needs As a new graduate, it was particularly challenging to receive limited training while working with vulnerable clients and families, where appropriate guidance and support are essential.