Make a difference from wherever you call home.
Are you a speech or occupational therapist looking to make meaningful change?
Are you concerned about the lack of therapy services in rural and remote communities?
Are you looking for more flexibility and better work-life balance—without compromising on impact?
Join our passionate team in our mission to revolutionise online therapy in rural Australia!
What's different about working at Umbo?
At Umbo, we're on a mission to make therapy more accessible for families in rural and remote Australia.
As a social enterprise, we’re building a more connected, person-centred approach to care - and we’re looking for passionate therapists to help make it happen.
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Mission-Driven - 50% of our profits reinvested to reach underserved and vulnerable communities. Read more about our social impact here.
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Innovative Approach - We’re pioneering person-centred online therapy built on our values of inclusion, authenticity, respect, creativity, and open-mindedness.
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Inclusive Culture - We value the diversity and inclusivity of our team and hold the strong belief that embracing different perspectives is how we learn and grow, both individually and collectively. Read about our neurodiversity affirming practice here.
What you'll love!
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Work from anywhere in the world - we care about your experience and dedication to your clients, not where you choose to call home.
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Build your own caseload - let us know you're preferred caseload and we'll accommodate. We believe its foremost for both you and client to be the right fit for each other.
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Choose your own hours - let us know you're preferred hours and if it aligns with the demand for your preferred caseload, we commit to providing you with those hours every week.
- Get paid for internal meetings and supervision - we're invested in your professional development at Umbo and we want to support you in achieving your goals.
- Competitive compensation - your pay will reflect your skills, experience, and the impact you bring.
"Working with Umbo has allowed me to reach clients I never thought possible, all while maintaining a flexible schedule that suits my lifestyle."
— Emily J, Occupational Therapist
What is it like to deliver online therapy?
Online therapy is not just video conferencing plus business-as-usual.
To get the best clinical outcomes, it’s crucial to be confident and proficient in providing an individualised approach to each person, using the latest evidence, and a variety of technologies and engagement techniques. It takes a person-centred approach to engage a client in online therapy.
You won't need prior telehealth experience to join the team, however you will need:
- A sufficient understanding of how telehealth works. Our Free Online Therapy Training Course can be a great place to start.
- To be comfortable using a range of digital tools and staying up to date with the latest tech,
- To have strong problem solving skills, and willing to ask for help when needed!
The essentials for joining the Umbo team.
We want to ensure you are set up for success and are mindful of your time, so below we've listed the essentials of a successful candidate:
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The right to work in Australia.
- Relevant Bachelor's or Master's degree.
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Minimum of 2-3 years experience working as a therapist in Australia.
- Background checks (National Police Clearance, Working with Children Check, NDIS Worker Screening).
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Professional Registration in Australia (SPA/APHRA).
- Australian Business Number (ABN) and Tax File Number (TFN).
- Australian Bank Account and Superannuation.
If this sounds like you, you'll feel right at home!
There are some qualities that will help you thrive at Umbo so we've listed a few of them below.
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Genuine passion for helping people in rural and remote communities.
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Open-minded and curious nature.
- Depth of experience working with complex clients and clients from challenging social backgrounds.
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Experience working with First Nations clients.
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Contractor experience.
- Telehealth experience.
These are just some of the qualities we value - but we know everyone brings something unique. Show us what makes you, you!
Ready to join the team?
That's great news, we're actively recruiting and excited to hear from you!
Below is a link to our Therapist Application Form, the first step in your Umbo journey.
Still have a few questions? That's totally okay!
We know choosing the right path matters, and you might have a few questions we haven’t covered—we’re always happy to chat. Please feel welcome to send us an enquiry to recruitment@umbo.com.au and we can run through anything that's on your mind.
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