Senior Occupational Therapist - North Parramatta, Australia - Western Sydney Local Health District

    Western Sydney Local Health District
    Western Sydney Local Health District North Parramatta, Australia

    1 month ago

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    Description
    • Free onsite parking: use fleet cars to move between various jobs sites.
    • Gain from the Continuing Professional Development Program.
    • Generous leave conditions in accordance with NSW Health (State) awards.

    A Senior Occupational Therapist at WSLHD Mental Health Services Champions and Guides Mental Health Care.

    Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
    Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
    Remuneration: $108,595 - $112,114 per annum
    Hours Per Week: 38
    Location: North Parramatta (Cumberland Hospital)

    Where you'll be working
    Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is a leading healthcare provider, offering primary, secondary, and tertiary care to residents of Auburn, Blacktown, The Hills Shire, Holroyd, and Parramatta Local Government Areas (LGAs). WSLHD is initiating an exciting new phase in mental health service delivery, involving the construction of new facilities and expanded services. The expansion will create numerous new job positions and opportunities for career advancement in higher-grade roles within these therapeutic fields.

    What you'll be doing

    Provision of a variety of Occupational Therapy services within Mental Health providing leadership and supervision to staff and students.

    • Uses extensive experience and skills for quality improvement projects.
    • Participates in assessments and interventions within a recovery model to help clients achieve optimal functioning.
    • Delivers services at Cumberland Hospital in both acute and recovery settings.
    • Contributes to and participates in student supervision and placement coordination.

    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.

    1. Please describe your experience and qualifications in Occupational Therapy, including your registration status.
    2. How have you applied evidence-based practices in mental health settings, particularly using standardised assessment tools and recovery-based programs?
    3. Could you detail your experience with supervising students, coordinating educational programs, and managing communication and teamwork within a multidisciplinary setting?

    Requisition ID: REQ487908
    Applications Close: 10th June 2024

    Need more information?

    • Discover more about the application process.
    • Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
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    • For inquiries about the role, contact Omila Bir at

    People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

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