Intellectual Disability Clinician (Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathologist, Social Worker)
Intellectual Disability Clinician
About the role:
This exciting role is open to suitably qualified Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Speech Pathologists and Physiotherapist. The Intellectual Disability Clinician informs and guides the Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) mainstream health staff on the delivery of care for people with intellectual disability and their carers and families.
An exciting combination of direct clinical work and supporting other clinicians, the service includes multidisciplinary assessment and care planning for people with complex health needs and intellectual disability and capacity building activity to build the skills, confidence, and experience of mainstream clinicians.
The position will lead the development of appropriate clinical practice for patients/clients with intellectual disability and their carers and families in any hospital or site in the local health district including community health or outpatient setting.
The Intellectual Disability Clinician will link with Western NSW LHD Specialist Intellectual Disability Health Team (SIDHT) who will assist the MLHD Intellectual Disability clinician in providing MDT care for people with intellectual disability with complex unmet health needs.
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (from 20 April 2026 until 18 April 2027)
Position Classification: Allied Health Professional – Level 3 (Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathologist, Social Worker)
Remuneration: $116,892.00 - $120,680.00 per annum (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ635092
Location: Negotiable within MLHD
Are you a talented Clinician looking to make a significant impact within regional communities?
What MLHD offer:
Relocation Assistance and Accommodation Support considerations - Assistance for interstate applicants to help you transition smoothly into our community
Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:
Recognised Tertiary Degree in an Allied Health discipline (Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Speech Pathology or Physiotherapy) with either AHPRA registration or eligibility for membership with relevant peak professional body and demonstrated evidence of ongoing professional development.
Extensive specialist or broad generalist knowledge in Intellectual Disabilities, and knowledge of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) with reference to Intellectual Disability with demonstrated ability to provide strategic advice.
Ability to work with minimal supervision, and collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team taking leadership in clinical decision making.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including written, verbal and computer skills.
Excellent consultation, negotiation and advocacy skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and refine strategic relationships both within and external to the organisation.
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For role related queries or questions contact Roanna O’Hara – MLHD Allied Health & Disability Manager on Roanna.Ohara@health.nsw.gov.au for a confidential chat.
Applications close: 20 February 2026
MLHD values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with a disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
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