Occupational Therapist Paediatrics Moree and Narrabri - Incentives Offered

Advance your career as an Occupational Therapist in a supportive team where your expertise makes a difference.

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Remuneration: $61.31 per hour - $63.29 per hour + superannuation + salary packaging + Rural Incentives* 
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ669022
Location: Positions based across Moree and Narrabri
Closing Date: Sunday, 19th July 2026


About the Role
We have two great Occupational Therapist roles available at Moree/Narrabri. Apply for one or both roles and make a meaningful impact in regional community health.

Paediatrics (Moree & Narrabri)
Join our community health team delivering paediatric occupational therapy services across both Moree and Narrabri. In this community-based role, you will provide assessment and intervention for children and families across clinic, community, and outreach settings. This will involve working closely with families, schools, and carers to support development and functional outcomes. You will also deliver education and early intervention services, collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care.


Palliative Care (Moree)
We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to deliver palliative care role, based in Moree.
In this specialist role, you will provide Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention for people living with life-limiting illness, supporting them to maintain comfort, dignity, and independence. You will offer advice, education, and support to their families and carers. You will work with a variety of health professionals to coordinate care planning across community and health services.
 

About the Team 
You will be part of supportive, multidisciplinary community health teams, where collaboration and the people you work with are highly valued. Narrabri Community Health is a well-integrated service with access to a modern facility and a diverse team of skilled professionals. Regular in-services and case discussions will keep your learning up to date. You will be joining other OTs, as well as Allied Health, in this team.
The Moree Community Health team delivers high-quality care across both Moree/Narrabri with opportunities to work closely with experienced clinicians across disciplines. There are enthusiastic OTs in the community team who would love to welcome you, and there are plenty of opportunities for professional development.
 

About You
We are looking for clinicians who are:
•    Experienced Occupational Therapists with strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills 
•    Passionate about delivering high-quality, client-centred care
•    Effective communicators who build strong relationships with clients and their families
•    Collaborative team players who contribute positively to a multidisciplinary environment
•    Experience or interest in paediatric OR palliative care (or have an interest in upskilling to cover both!)
•    A compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care

Requirements
1. 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. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• 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.*
• 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 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. 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 part time and temporary part-time vacancies.
• 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.

How to apply
Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.

1. Demonstrated high-level verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences.
2. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team to manage complex situations.
3. Demonstrated ability to lead planning and evaluation of team activities.
    

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 Lee Clissold on Lee.Clissold@health.nsw.gov.au