Level 1/2 Occupational Therapist- Paediatric
💡Join our passionate team as a Paediatric Occupational Therapist, empowering children to build confidence, develop essential skills, and thrive in their everyday lives.
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until July 2027
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1/2
Remuneration: $40.05 - $57.14 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 14
Requisition ID: REQ697596
Location: Cessnock District Hospital
Applications Close: Sunday, 25th October 2026
Where you'll be working
This position is part of the Cessnock/Kurri Occupational Therapist team. This team covers inpatient services, rehabilitation services and outpatient (adult and paediatric) services within the Cessnock/Kurri LGAs. The position is within our small paediatric team and will be based at Cessnock Hospital.
The Opportunity
The candidate is responsible for the outpatient paediatric service. This service provides assessment and therapy for children 0-18 years. (Noting that children 8 years and over are seen for assessment only). Children who can access the service include: Children identified as having difficulties with fine motor, gross motor, emotional regulation, sensory processing, attention, delayed milestones, handwriting, ADLs (feeding, toileting, dressing). The position reports to the Cessnock/Kurri Site Senior Occupational Therapist. You will be supported with regular supervision sessions with site senior occupational therapist and a thorough orientation process.
About You
We are looking for someone who has the ability to display the below attributes
✨ Passionate about paediatric Occupational Therapy
✨ Quick learner
✨ Experience in paediatric assessment and therapy processes
✨ Able to work in a part-time capacity in a demanding caseload
✨ Caseload sharing
Requirements
Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
What we can offer you
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Relocating? The Welcome Experience offers free support to help you and your family settle into your new community.
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional information
- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
- To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
How to apply
Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.
- Demonstrated experience working within a paediatric Occupational Therapy service
- Demonstrated effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage time and set priorities.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Aimee Lennard on Aimee.Lennard@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
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