Find purpose and passion in your career with Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.
$112,396 - $116,038 per annum + 11.5% super & salary packaging | TemporaryFull Time | Illawarra Community Mental Health Service | REQ556477 | Grade: Occupational Therapist Level 3 | Applications close: 12 March 2025
This is a temporary position until 28 September 2025 with the possibility of extension.
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.
Working within a multidisciplinary team, the Occupational Therapist will provide recovery oriented clinical interventions and expert clinical counsel to consumers, carers, and multidisciplinary staff within the Illawarra Community Mental Health Service, based at 1 - 5 Atchison Street, Wollongong. This position will specifically undertake functional assessment and goal planning; personal/living skills education, vocational educational training and employment (VETE) interventions, physical health promotion and education and specialist therapies tailored to address the individual needs of consumers within an Occupational Therapy Framework (OTF).
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
A little about us.
From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.
Benefits of working with ISLHD.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
· Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
· Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
· Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
· Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information
· Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
· Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.
· Working With Children Check (WWCC)
· Current AHPRA Registration
· Valid NSW Drivers Licence
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Need more information or help applying?
· Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
· Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
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· For role-related queries or help applying, contact George Macmillan on [email protected]