Occupational Therapist Level 1/2 – Brain Injury Unit

• Make a lasting impact on traumatic brain injury recovery.

• Work with a leading multidisciplinary rehabilitation team.

• Join a state-wide tertiary referral centre at Westmead.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1/2
Remuneration: $73,427 - $104,753 Per annum + 12% Superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Location:  Westmead

Manage complex brain injury care and rehabilitation, delivering specialised nursing to transform patient outcomes in a unique tertiary inpatient setting.

Where you'll be working

Join the Westmead Brain Injury Rehabilitation Service (WBIRS), a pioneering, multidisciplinary rehabilitation hub located within Westmead Hospital. As the only service in the Western Sydney Local Health District specialising in traumatic brain injury (TBI), WBIRS provides exceptional inpatient and community care from coma to community reintegration.

• A 12-bed inpatient program delivering specialised, intensive rehabilitation.

• State-wide referral centre managing complex brain injury cases.

• Collaborative team culture with allied health, social work, and research experts.

• Supportive environment dedicated to innovation and continuous learning.

• Access to advanced resources and community outreach programs.

What you'll be doing 

In this vital role, you will provide expert clinical care to patients with severe brain injuries, supporting their journey from acute stages to discharge and community reintegration. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic, patient-centred rehabilitation programs.

Providing a clinical service to a client group that can exhibit challenging behaviours which requires the development of a specialised skill base to understand cognition and behaviour.

In this role you will be:

• Working with clients who have complex psychosocial situations.

• Overseeing the possibility of long term involvement in cases which requires the provision of both daily treatment and discharge planning.

• Involved in complex discharge planning that can include liaison and co-ordination with a variety of both Department of Health, private and community based services.

• Working within a closed unit environment with a highly specialised team structure and philosophy.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now to be part of a passionate team making a positive impact in your local community. Discover the meaningful work you can do at Western Sydney Local Health District.

How to Apply

Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Requirements

• Vaccination Category: A 

• Checks: Working with Children Check and National Police Check 

• Registration: C urrent AHPRA registration 

• Qualification: Recognised tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy  
  
  

Selection Criteria

1. Recognised tertiary qualification in occupational therapy and current AHPRA registration.

2. Eligibility for membership of OT AUSTRALIA.

3. Graduate experience in the occupational therapy management of patients in one or more of the following areas: Neurological, brain injury and /or general rehabilitation, mental health, development disability.

4. Demonstrated skills working in a multidisciplinary team.

5. Effective written and verbal communication skills.

6. Current unrestricted Drivers Licence valid within Australia.

7. Commitment to continuing education and continuous quality improvement.

Requisition ID:  REQ598351
Applications Close: 8 October 2025

Need more information? 

• Discover more about the application process. 

• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.   

• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications. 

• For inquiries about the role, contact Jodie Nicholls on jodie.nicholls@health.nsw.gov.au