Level 1/2 Occupational Therapist- Paediatric

Hunter New England Local Health District; Cessnock; On-site; AUD 29,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Salary packaging

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Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking a Paediatric Occupational Therapist for the outpatient paediatric service at Cessnock Hospital. The role is temporary part-time (14 hours per week) until July 2027, within the Cessnock/Kurri OT team, covering inpatient, rehabilitation, and outpatient paediatric services.

You will assess and treat children aged 0–18 years (8+ for assessment only), supported by regular supervision and a thorough orientation.

Qualifications

• Experience in paediatric assessment and therapy processes.
• Ability to work part-time with a demanding caseload.
• Caseload sharing with the paediatric team.
• Must hold Authority to Practice with AHPRA.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient paediatric services for children 0–18 years.
• Assess and treat paediatric clients; 8+ for assessment only.
• Work within the Cessnock/Kurri OT team under site senior OT supervision.

Skills

Paediatric assessment

Therapy planning

Caseload management

Team collaboration

Education

OT degree with AHPRA registration

Job description

Join our passionate team as a Paediatric Occupational Therapist, empowering children to build confidence, develop essential skills, and thrive in their everyday lives.

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until July 2027

Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1/2

Remuneration: $40.05 - $57.14 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week: 14

Requisition ID: REQ697596

Location: Cessnock District Hospital

Applications Close: Sunday, 25th October 2026

Where you'll be working

This position is part of the Cessnock/Kurri Occupational Therapist team. This team covers inpatient services, rehabilitation services and outpatient (adult and paediatric) services within the Cessnock/Kurri LGAs. The position is within our small paediatric team and will be based at Cessnock Hospital.

The Opportunity

The candidate is responsible for the outpatient paediatric service. This service provides assessment and therapy for children 0-18 years. (Noting that children 8 years and over are seen for assessment only). Children who can access the service include: Children identified as having difficulties with fine motor, gross motor, emotional regulation, sensory processing, attention, delayed milestones, handwriting, ADLs (feeding, toileting, dressing). The position reports to the Cessnock/Kurri Site Senior Occupational Therapist. You will be supported with regular supervision sessions with site senior occupational therapist and a thorough orientation process.

About You

• Passionate about paediatric Occupational Therapy
• Quick learner
• Experience in paediatric assessment and therapy processes
• Able to work in a part-time capacity in a demanding caseload
• Caseload sharing

Requirements

• Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA

What We Can Offer You

At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Relocating? The Welcome Experience offers free support to help you and your family settle into your new community.
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Additional Information

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Need more information?

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Aimee Lennard on [e-mail]

Information For Applicants

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below).

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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

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Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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