Occupational Therapist

Position Details Employment Type : Temporary Part Time Position Classification : Occupational Therapist Level 3 Location : Springwood Community Health Center (other Community Health Centre locations may be negotiated) Remuneration : $58.95 - $60.86 per hour Hours Per Week : 14 up to 12/12/2026; 13 up to 30/06/2028 Requisition ID : REQ Applications Close : 21/12/2025 Our Core Values CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role. About Us Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions. The Primary Care and Community Health Unit consists of 9 centres that provide a range of services for children, young people and their families, adults, older people and their carers. Our services range from health promotion, prevention and early detection through to assessment, treatment and continuing care. Our staff work in partnership with schools, GPs, hospitals, non-government agencies and other organisations to provide care across our centres, in people’s homes, other community venues as well as virtual care (telehealth). Are you an enthusiastic and client focused Occupational Therapist who is passionate about supporting people to live safely, independently, and meaningfully in their community? Our Primary Community Health Centre currently has two Temporary Part Time positions available for experienced Occupational Therapists to join our dynamic multidisciplinary team. As an Occupational Therapist within our community health team, deliver comprehensive assessments, triage, and prioritisation following referral to the service. You will work collaboratively with clients, carers, families, and service providers to support functional independence, promote well-being, and reduce barriers to safe participation in daily life. Utilise your strong interpersonal skills and broad knowledge of resources, you will assist in identifying and addressing concerns of children and families with complex needs. Benefits Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging Novated Leasing Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Fitness Passport NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply. NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa. What you will bring to the role Evidence of advanced clinical skills and demonstrated significant experience in the provision of occupational therapy services to children and their families. Demonstrated high level organisation and time management skills in an environment with competing clinical and administrative demands. Ability to initiate, lead, complete and share quality improvement initiatives and service evaluation processes with other staff. Demonstrated experience in the provision of clinical supervision, mentoring and development of level 1/2 staff and students. Excellent negotiation, decision making and advocacy skills including collaborative stakeholder consultation. Demonstrated ability to independently problem solve and set priorities in complex situations. Current driver's licence and willingness to use for work purposes. Current Authority to Practice as an Occupational Therapist with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA). For more information, please find out more about applying for this position. For role related queries or questions contact Jacqueline Henderson at #J-18808-Ljbffr