Occupational Therapist Community Stroke Team
Support stroke survivors to thrive—facilitate recovery and resilience as an Occupational Therapist with the Community Stroke Team.
Remuneration: $56.69 - $58.52 Per Hour + Super + Salary Packaging
Location: Wallsend Health Campus
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until October 2026
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Hours Per Week: 8
Requisition ID: REQ569704
Applications Close: Sunday 25th May 2025
Where you'll be working:
Community Stroke Team – Wallsend Health Campus
Join a dedicated multidisciplinary team supporting stroke survivors and their families across the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Port Stephens regions. The Community Stroke Team provides group programs, education, and resources—most free of charge—to empower recovery and improve quality of life after stroke. You'll be primarily based at the Wallsend Health Campus, with programs delivered across multiple sites including John Hunter Hospital, the Royal Newcastle Centre, Rankin Park Hospital, and community locations.
Our team includes physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists and allied health assistants, all committed to the shared goal: Supporting stroke survivors and their carers to live well after stroke.
About the role:
In this rewarding position, you’ll work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver group programs focusing on fatigue and mood management for stroke survivors. Your week will include planning and facilitating sessions, liaising with clients and families, and contributing your professional expertise to the team’s goals.
Key activities include:
- Facilitating structured group programs targeting post-stroke fatigue and emotional wellbeing
- Working independently as a clinician while actively contributing to team-based care
- Engaging with stroke survivors and their families to provide education and support
- Participating in regular team discussions and service improvement initiatives
This role offers a meaningful opportunity to make a lasting impact on clients’ confidence, function and independence in a community-based setting.
About you:
You are a compassionate and confident Occupational Therapist with a passion for group facilitation and stroke rehabilitation. You enjoy being part of a multidisciplinary team and are comfortable working autonomously in a community setting.
You will need:
- Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Experience or interest in group facilitation and stroke care
- The ability to work independently and contribute meaningfully to a team environment
- A current, unrestricted NSW Driver’s Licence and the ability to travel as required
Requirements:
- Occupational Therapy registration with AHPRA
- Group facilitation experience or willingness to learn
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- NSW Health vaccination requirements must be met
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
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) – giving you the opportunity for true work-life 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
- Ongoing education, clinical supervision and professional development opportunities
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Leah Gromek on Leah.Gromek@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information:
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.
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.
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.
