CCLHD - Occupational Therapist Lvl 1/2 - Community Allied Health
🔍 Central Coast
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1/2
Remuneration: $40.05 - $57.14 per hour
Hours Per Week: Various
Location: CCLHD
Requisition ID: REQ673300
Applications Close: Monday 24th August 2026 at 11.59pm
Do you thrive in a team environment where your contribution truly matters? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care, Better Health for Everyone, and we are looking for a dedicated Occupational Therapist Level 1/2 to be an essential part of our team.
About the Opportunity
The position of Occupational Therapy is part of a community-based multidisciplinary allied health team. Community Allied Health (CAH) provides service to a broad and diverse range of clients, including (but not limited to) those with neurological conditions, age related functional difficulties, progressive conditions and chronic diseases such as Diabetes, Respiratory, Heart Failure and Cardiac diseases. The Occupational Therapist may also provide clinical service in specialist teams and environments, such as Specialist Pallitiave Care Service.
The role of the Occupational Therapist is to deliver high quality, evidence-led assessments and interventions as part of the allied health team. In this role you will:
- Deliver evidence-informed clinical occupational therapy services to people living in the community experiencing various acute and chronic diseases.
Provide assessments and interventions as part of group education programs at community centres as well as home visits.
Demonstrate collaboration in working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, as well as proactively working effectively with Allied Health Assistants, to ensure effective, timely and appropriate client-focussed care.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team to promote a supportive environment.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.
About You
We are looking for someone who has:
- Current registration as an Occupational Therapist with AHPRA and a current NSW driver’s licence.
Demonstrated clinical experience in delivering high quality occupational therapy services to clients experiencing a broad range of chronic illness, in community contexts.
Proven effective caseload management, excellent written and verbal communication skills, time management and organisational skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Demonstrated commitment to the ongoing maintenance, development and currency of professional skills and knowledge.
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
Benefits
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
Need More Information?
Georgina Rosee
Phone: 0416 199 384
Email: Georgina.Rosee@health.nsw.gov.au
____________________________________________________________________________________
Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.
Vaccination Requirements
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:
Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.
Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
Stay Connected
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to stay up to date with career opportunities and the latest updates.
You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.
