Occupational Therapist - Aged Care Services - Incentives Offered
Make a real difference support older people to live safely and independently at home. Join a connected, community-focused Aged Care team where your work truly matters.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Remuneration: $116,892 – $120,680 per annum + super + incentives
Location: Taree Community Health Service
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ6509047
Applications Close: Sunday 10th May 2026
Where you’ll be working
Based at Taree Community Health Service, this role sits within Aged Care Services across the Lower Mid North Coast. You’ll be joining a genuinely supportive and collaborative team environment, backed by an approachable Service Manager and a highly experienced Administration Team—allowing you to focus on delivering quality care, not paperwork. This is a service that values its people, fosters teamwork, and prioritises meaningful outcomes for the community it serves.
What you’ll be doing
In this full-time, community-based role, you’ll deliver Occupational Therapy services directly in clients’ homes—where you can make the greatest impact. You’ll support older people, along with their families and carers, to maintain independence, safety, and quality of life.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary Community Aged Care Team, you’ll collaborate with a broad network of professionals including Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Podiatrists, Geriatricians, Nurse Practitioners, Dementia Support Services, Single Assessment Assessors, and the Transitional Aged Care Program team.
This role goes beyond day-to-day clinical work. You’ll also have opportunities to:
Build advanced clinical capability
Contribute to service development, policies, and procedures
Supervise and mentor Occupational Therapy students
You’ll be supported to grow within a forward-thinking service that encourages innovation, continuous improvement, and professional development.
About you
You’re a passionate and experienced Occupational Therapist who values person-centred care and is driven to support older people to remain living well in their community. You bring:
Strong clinical skills and experience in community and/or aged care
A collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
A proactive approach to learning, development, and service improvement
An interest in mentoring or supporting future clinicians
Most importantly, you’re someone who wants your work to have purpose and impact.
Requirements
Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
Unrestricted NSW Driver’s Licence (required for community-based work)
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 Louise Saville on Louise.Saville@health.nsw.gov.au
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:
Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
Proximity to shopping and other services
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:
* Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. Please note: the increased RHWIS allowance is approved until 30th June 2026. Commencement after this date may be subject to change, including the allowance amount for which the candidate may be eligible. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD-RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment 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.
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
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp
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.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.
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