Head of Department, Occupational Therapy (Occupational Therapist Level 6) - Mental Health
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (38 hours per week)
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 6
Remuneration: $140,288 - $143,762 per annum + annual leave loading + Superannuation
Location: Concord Repatriation General Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ595157
Can you support us in our vision to achieve excellence in healthcare for all?
About the Role
For more information, please view the Position Description
Ideal Candidate
Must hold a Bachelor or post graduate degree in Occupational Therapy with current registration to practice as an Occupational Therapist, as well as relevant post graduate qualifications in clinical leadership and/or management or willingness to undertake same.
Demonstrated advanced clinical skills and clinical experience in the provision of Occupational Therapy across a broad range of clinical areas in Mental Health.
Demonstrated ability and experience in the leadership, supervision and management of Occupational Therapists. This includes demonstrated ability to identify and lead change across the Occupational Therapy service to improve service delivery models and meet identified KPIs.
Current NSW Driver's Licence (P1 and P2 acceptable).
Benefits and Perks!
- Accrued Day Off each month, paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus
- Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
- Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families
- Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
- The ability to use the Concord Hospital Staff Gym
For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits
This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health
This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015).
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
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For enquiries, please contact Lainie Anderson on 0467 777 542 or via email at lainie.anderson@health.nsw.gov.au
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Applications Close: 14 August 2025
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