Occupational Therapist

Northern Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 106,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Beaches Hospital Inpatient Mental Health Units is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist (Level 3) to join a recovery-oriented, multidisciplinary team. The role delivers advanced occupational therapy across the Adult Mental Health Unit, PECC and Psychogeriatric Unit, with leadership and service development responsibilities.

The successful candidate will provide assessment, intervention, care coordination and discharge planning to optimise participation, independence and recovery,

Qualifications

• Full registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia; extensive Level 2 experience.
• Proficient written, verbal and interpersonal communication; ability to liaise with health professionals and external service providers; computer literacy.
• Experience initiating, leading, completing and sharing quality improvement activities or service evaluation; experience supervising students/Allied Health staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced occupational therapy services across the Adult Mental Health Unit, PECC, and Psychogeriatric Unit.
• Deliver comprehensive assessment, intervention, care coordination and discharge planning to support complex mental health needs and enhance participation, functioning and recovery.
• Provide clinical leadership within the multidisciplinary team and promote best practice consistent with professional standards.

Skills

OT board registration

Communication & liaison

Quality improvement & supervision

Education

Full registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia

Job description

Multiple permanent positions are available as part of the expansion of mental health services following the recent transition of Northern Beaches Hospital to NSW Health. These newly established roles offer an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of contemporary, recovery-oriented allied health services within a growing and dynamic multidisciplinary team.

Employment Type

Permanent Full Time

Position Classification

Occupational Therapist Level 3

Remuneration

$2,329.85 - $2,405.34 per week

Hours Per Week

38

Requisition ID

REQ706916

Who we are

We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like-minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible. Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work everyday. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone There’s a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams’ voices. You’ll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities’ lives.

• Innovation is at our core, with opportunities for research driven evidence based practice, ensuring our work remains engaging and fulfilling.
• Clear pathways for career progression, supported by training secondments, recognition and mentorship, empower employee and leaders alike to reach their professional goals.
• Join us on a journey to a place where every achievement is celebrated and every opportunity is embraced.

NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism.

Where you'll be working

Northern Beaches Hospital Inpatient Mental Health Units.

What You'll Be Doing

The Occupational Therapist (Level 3) is based within the Mental Health Inpatient Units at Northern Beaches Hospital, providing advanced occupational therapy services across the Adult Mental Health Unit, Psychiatric Emergency Care Centre (PECC), and Psychogeriatric Unit. Working within a recovery-oriented and person-centred model of care, the role delivers comprehensive occupational therapy assessment, intervention, care coordination, and discharge planning to support consumers with complex mental health needs to optimise their participation, functioning, independence, and recovery.

Reporting to the Allied Health Manager, the Occupational Therapist (Level 3) provides clinical leadership and specialist occupational therapy expertise within the multidisciplinary team, supporting high-quality, evidence-informed care and continuity across inpatient and community settings. The position contributes to service development, quality improvement, clinical supervision, and the promotion of best practice occupational therapy in accordance with Occupational Therapy Australia professional standards, NSW Health policies, and relevant legislative and regulatory frameworks.

People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.

Candidates Will Need To Meet The Following Criteria

• Full registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia. Evidence of extensive clinical experience as an Occupational Therapist Level 2.
• Provide evidence of proficient written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the proven ability to liaise with novice and experienced health professionals and external service providers. Demonstrated computer literacy and ability to use health information systems.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, lead, complete and share quality improvement activities or service evaluation process. Experience in clinical teaching and supervision of students, level 1/2 Allied Health Professionals and/or Allied Health Assistants.

For role related queries or questions contact Gary Wong on [e-mail]

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.

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Applications Close: 19 November 2026