Occupational Therapist - Aged Care Services
Community-based care. Real impact. Professional growth.
Remuneration: $58.95 - $60.86 per hour + superannuation
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Lvl 3
Location: Taree Community Health Service
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ630485
Applications Close: Thursday 15th January 2026
Where you'll be working
This role is based within Aged Care Services in the Lower Mid North Coast (LMNC), with the primary location at Taree Community Health Service.
You will be part of a welcoming and supportive Aged Care team led by a highly supportive Service Manager, with strong backing from a skilled Administration Team, allowing you to focus on delivering the best possible outcomes for your clients.
What you'll be doing
In this full-time, community-based role, you will provide assessment, intervention, education and advice to older people and their families/carers in their own homes as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary Community Aged Care Team across the Lower Mid North Coast.
You will collaborate closely with a broad range of Allied Health and medical professionals, including Speech Therapists, Physiotherapists, Podiatrists, Geriatricians, Nurse Practitioners, Dementia Support staff, Single Assessment Assessors and members of the Transitional Aged Care Program.
The role also offers opportunities to develop advanced professional skills, including contributing to policy and procedure development and supervising Occupational Therapy undergraduate students, within a progressive and innovative team that values professional growth and high-quality care delivery.
About you
You are a passionate and motivated Occupational Therapist who is eager to make a meaningful impact in your local community. You bring appropriate knowledge and skills in community and aged care and are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
You enjoy working collaboratively, value continuous learning, and are interested in developing higher-level skills, including contributing to service improvement and supporting the next generation of Occupational Therapists through student supervision.
Requirements
- Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
- Unrestricted NSW Driver’s License required for Community appointments
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
- 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
- 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.
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
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.
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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