Occupational Therapist

Townsville Hospital and Health Service; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Leave loading 14%-17.5%

Superannuation 12.75%

Salary Sacrificing options

Job summary

Townsville Hospital and Health Service in Townsville, QLD, invites applications for an Occupational Therapist in the Adult Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit. You will deliver assessments, interventions and group sessions within a modern 36-bed unit, promoting dignity, wellbeing and recovery in a multidisciplinary team.

Required are OT qualifications and registration; this is a vaccine-preventable disease role with pre-employment checks and possible probation.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and proof of registration.
• Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
• Probation period may apply and pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy assessments, treatment and interventions for people with acute psychiatric mental health symptoms.
• Collaborate with consumers, carers and the multidisciplinary team to deliver care.
• Deliver individual and group-based care that supports dignity, wellbeing and recovery in a safe environment.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy

Job description

Townsville Hospital and Health Service – Townsville QLD

TheAdult Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit (AAMHIU) is a modern 36-bed facility at Townsville University Hospital providing acute assessment, diagnosis and treatment for people experiencing mental health disorders.

About your new employer

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle. Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment.

Competitive salary and benefits:

Generous remuneration package value up to $11,047 p.m.comprising:

• Salary range: $3067.00 to $4453.50 p.f. (HP3)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

About your opportunity

Join AAMHIU as anOccupational Therapist and provide occupational therapy assessments, treatment and interventions for people experiencing acute psychiatric mental health symptoms. Working collaboratively with consumers, carers and the multidisciplinary team, you'll deliver individual and group-based care that supports dignity, wellbeing and recovery while contributing to a safe therapeutic environment.

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification (or equivalent) in Occupational Therapy and proof of registration (if applicable)
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Jocelyn Wooller on (07) 4433 3***.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.