Senior Occupational Therapist (Lvl 3) - Older Person's Mental Health - Temp FT
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- Occupational Therapist
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- REQ654906 Requisition #
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- 2 days ago Post Date
Requisition ID: REQ654906
Employment Type: Temporary Full time , 38 hours per week until March 2027
Remuneration: Occupational Therapist Level 3: $2,240.23 - $2,312.82 per week + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Campbelltown Hospital - Older Persons Mental Health Unit
Applications close: 27/04/2026
Contact: Kylie Stewart - Occupational and Diversional Therapy Head of Department on 0418206619 | Kylie.stewart1@health.nsw.gov.au
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by providing leadership and expert clinical guidance within a mental health occupational therapy team dedicated to excellence. You will play a key role in delivering safe, timely and compassionate care as part of a multidisciplinary team committed to high‑quality, person‑centred practice. In this role, you will provide advanced, evidence‑based occupational therapy interventions to clients and their families, apply expert clinical judgement to complex and novel case management scenarios, and collaborate closely with health and service partners to ensure seamless care across settings. You will contribute to service innovation through the development and evaluation of treatment protocols, quality improvement initiatives, clinical indicators and research activities, while upholding professional standards, safety frameworks and organisational values across a dynamic mental health service.
Are You the Right Fit?
You will have demonstrated experience working in mental health services, including with older people, and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment. You bring strong clinical expertise, sound professional judgement and confidence in managing complex occupational therapy interventions and service coordination. You are committed to clinical leadership through the supervision, training and development of occupational therapists, allied health assistants and students, actively engaging in supervision and ongoing professional development in line with AHPRA requirements. You value collaboration, networking across SWSLHD, and contributing to continuous improvement while maintaining high standards of documentation, safety and quality care. Flexible and professional, you are willing to participate in a 7‑day roster, including weekend and out‑of‑hours services, to support the needs of clients and the service.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
- Recognised Degree in Occupational Therapy or other qualification deemed appropriate by the employer, with registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Demonstrated advanced clinical skills and significant experience in the provision of occupational therapy services within Mental Health
- Demonstrated experience in the identification of age appropriate evidence-based practice and/or development of treatment protocols
- Demonstrated experience participating in the planning, implementation and evaluation of local service delivery incorporating the quality improvement process
- Demonstrated experience in the provision of clinical supervision, mentoring of staff and/or students
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Position Information
Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
How to Apply
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Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHDJobs@health.nsw.gov.au
We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Aboriginal Workforce
For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Temporary visa holders
May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
Vaccination Requirements
All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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