CCLHD - Occupational Therapist Level 3

Central Coast Local Health District; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 84,000 - 87,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Day off each month

Annual leave loading 17.5%

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging

Novated leasing

Relocation assistance

Fitness Passport

Free flu vaccinations

Telehealth support

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted private health insurance

Professional development

Secondment opportunities

Job summary

Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) is seeking a Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist Level 3 to support and develop the Community Paediatrics service, partnering with the Level 4 Team Leader to drive clinical excellence, workforce capability and service innovation on the Central Coast.

This temporary part-time role (12 months) is 32 hours per week, four days, with a start as soon as possible and a close align with January 2028.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or postgraduate qualification in Occupational Therapy and current AHPRA registration.
• Advanced clinical experience within paediatric occupational therapy and community-based service delivery.
• Experience providing clinical supervision, mentoring and support to developing clinicians.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced occupational therapy assessment and intervention for children with complex needs using evidence-informed, family-centred approaches.
• Provide clinical supervision, mentoring and support to OT Level 1/2 and contribute to workforce capability development.
• Lead and participate in quality improvement, research and service development activities to improve patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, families, schools and community providers to support coordinated care.
• Exercise professional judgement and clinical leadership in managing complex cases and promoting best practice.

Skills

Advanced paediatric OT

Clinical supervision

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor or postgraduate OT

AHPRA registration

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until January 2028

Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3

Remuneration: $61.31 - $63.29 per hour

Hours Per Week: 32

Location: Central Coast

Applications close: Sunday 22nd November 2026 at 11.59pm

About The Opportunity

Are you an experienced and passionate Paediatric Occupational Therapist ready to take the next step in your career? At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD), we are committed to Trusted Care. Better Health for Everyone. We are seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist Level 3 to support and develop our Community Paediatrics service, working collaboratively with the Level 4 Team Leader to drive clinical excellence, workforce development and service innovation across the Central Coast.

This is a temporary part-time position for 12 months, working 4 days per week.

Role

This position plays a key role in ensuring children and families receive high-quality, evidence-based occupational therapy services. In this role you will:

• Provide advanced occupational therapy assessment and intervention for children with complex needs, using evidence-informed and family-centred approaches.
• Provide clinical supervision, mentoring and support to Occupational Therapists Level 1/2 and contribute to workforce capability development.
• Lead and participate in quality improvement, research and service development activities that enhance patient outcomes and service delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, families, schools and community providers to support coordinated care and optimal outcomes.
• Exercise professional judgement and clinical leadership in managing complex cases and supporting best practice across the service.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• A Bachelor or postgraduate qualification in Occupational Therapy and current AHPRA registration.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical experience within paediatric occupational therapy and community-based service delivery.
• Experience providing clinical supervision, mentoring and support to developing clinicians.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• A commitment to evidence-based practice, continuous improvement, professional development and delivering exceptional care to children and families.

Applicants must hold a current unrestricted Driver Licence and be willing to travel across the District as required.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston-Dean in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at [e-mail] or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
• Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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