SCHN - CICADA – Occupational Therapist - REQ609345
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time up to 23 February 2026
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Lvl 4
Remuneration: 121658 – 124607 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ609345
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 17 October 2025
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.
What you'll be doing
The primary purpose of this position is to plan, coordinate, and implement in-depth levels of clinical expertise and extensive specialised knowledge within occupational therapy to provide evidence based, trauma informed and developmentally appropriate assessment and treatment to children and adolescents (0 to 17 years) within the CICADA Drug and Alcohol Service.
The CICADA Centre NSW offers Care and Intervention for Children and Adolescents affected by Drugs and Alcohol. A lifespan approach, based in a tertiary paediatric hospital, is delivered through three clinical services: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Service, Family Service and Adolescent Drug and Alcohol Service. Quality improvement, research, teaching and education are essential parts of the CICADA service.
The Occupational Therapist will primarily work within the CICADA Adolescent Drug and Alcohol service with adolescents with drug and alcohol use, co-morbid mental health issues and harms associated with substance use.
The Occupational Therapist will with within a multidisciplinary team to provide a comprehensive assessment, diagnostic and management service for adolescents attending the centre. In addition, the position will support service delivery through capacity building, state-wide leadership and research into the prevention of harm to children and adolescents from drugs and alcohol.
The Occupational Therapist will be responsible for:
•Complete assessment reports.
•Contribute to diagnostic case conference discussions.
•Work with the multidisciplinary team in assessment and management.
•Participate in the Centre’s educational activities of outside services and professionals in NSW.
•Develop educational materials for parents and other health care providers.
•Participate in research activities as appropriate.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has Current AHPRA registration and qualifications recognised by the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.
- Demonstrates the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team to accomplish service goals and improved consumer outcomes.
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
- A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
- Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)
- Salary packaging for tax savings
- Meal entertainment savings
- Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fitness Passport
- Flexible Work Practice Opportunities
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
- Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
- Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
Further Contacts and Support
For role related queries or questions contact Chamila Mendis on chamila.mendis@health.nsw.gov.au
We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367.
Child Safe Standards
SCHN is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information
Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.
NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.
Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. See PD2024_15 for more detail.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian. For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children’s Guardian Website
Eligibility List
An eligibility list may be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
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