Level 3 Community Occupational Therapist

An exciting opportunity exists to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and well-functioning team. Apply now to join our OT Team!

Remuneration: $54.77 – $56.54 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Lvl 3
Hours Per Week: 24
Location: Cessnock - Wonnarua
Requisition ID: REQ528906
Closing Date: 10/11/24

Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist with a passion for community-based care? Join our cohesive and supportive Occupational Therapy team at Cessnock Hospital, part of the larger Cessnock/Kurri Allied Health network. Here, we’re dedicated to achieving positive, patient-centered outcomes through evidence-based practice – and we celebrate every success (often with cake!)

About the Role:

• Provide home-based OT services to clients in the Cessnock and Kurri LGAs, supporting those over 65 and under 65 who are not NDIS-eligible
• Recommend and coordinate equipment needs, as well as simple and complex home modifications
• Manage an independent caseload and work closely with external stakeholders like Enable NSW, GEAT2GO providers, and home modification services

What We’re Looking For:

• A proactive team player with strong communication skills and a knack for organization
• A quick learner who can advocate for patients and manage caseloads independently
• Experience in community OT services preferred

What We Offer:

• Thorough onsite orientation with our Site Senior OT
• Regular supervision sessions focused on clinical and professional development
• Ongoing education through OT meetings and access to both internal and external CPD opportunities
• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Proximity to shopping and other services 
• ADO's each month (for full time employees) 
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 
• Superannuation contributions 
• Salary packaging options 
• Fitness Passport 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members 
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals 

Additional Information:

• 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.  

Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Aimee Lennard on Aimee.Lennard@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 
 
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: http://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp. 
 
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.