Occupational Therapist - Child and Family Health

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District; Springwood; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Day off (ADO)

Novated Leasing

Education Training Service (110+ cours

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist to join the Child and Family Health team at Springwood (and Penrith) Community Health Centres. You will deliver paediatric OT services for children up to 8 years with mild developmental concerns or learning difficulties in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

You will assess, plan and implement interventions, and contribute to ongoing development and quality improvement while embracing

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent qualification recognised by the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia and registration with AHPRA.
• Clinical experience with children and families and understanding of typical child development.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and manage routine clinical matters with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide paediatric occupational therapy services for children aged up to 8 years and their families.
• Establish short and long-term goals with clients and complete comprehensive assessments.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to implement treatment plans and share progress.

Skills

Verbal communication

Time management

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Clinical documentation

Driving licence

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to 30/06/2028) (Job Share may be considered for part-time hours) Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1/2 Location: Springwood Community Health Centre, Penrith Community Health Centre (other Community Health Centre locations may be negotiated) Remuneration: $40.05 - $57.14 per hour Hours Per Week: up to 38 Requisition ID: REQ700846 Applications Close: 03/11/2026 With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions. The Primary Care and Community Health Unit consists of 9 centres that provide a range of services for children, young people and their families, adults, older people and their carers. Our services range from health promotion, prevention and early detection through to assessment, treatment and continuing care. Our staff work in partnership with schools, GPs, hospitals, non-government agencies and other organisations to provide care across our centres, in people’s homes, other community venues as well as virtual care (telehealth).

Join our Child and Family Health team

Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families? Join our Child and Family Health team in ensuring the provision of assessment and intervention services for children aged up to 8 years with mild developmental concerns or learning difficulties. This team works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including speech pathology, physiotherapy, counselling and nursing disciplines. The successful candidate will provide paediatric occupational therapy services for children and their families. You will be able to establish short and long term goals with clients, complete comprehensive assessments and implement treatment plans in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team. This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your clinical skills while contributing to a team that values collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement. Springwood and Penrith Community Health Centres are the preferred work locations, although other community health centres may be negotiated. This opportunity is suited to both New Graduate and experienced Occupational Therapists, with support and development opportunities available to help you succeed in the role.

Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees

• Accrued Day off (ADO)
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
• Novated Leasing
• Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Fitness Passport

What you will bring to the role

• Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent qualification recognised by the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia and eligibility or current registration with AHPRA as an Occupational Therapist.
• Clinical experience working with children and their families and an understanding of typical child development.
• Demonstrated clinical experience in occupational therapy practice and the provision of services to a broad range of consumer groups.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and manage routine clinical matters with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated high level organisation and time management skills.
• Demonstrated experience in the use of relevant evidence based practice resources to guide decision making and commitment to quality improvement.
• Demonstrated skills in verbal communication with clients/consumers, teams and agencies with experience in clinical documentation and formal reporting.
• Current driver's licence and willingness to use for work purposes.

Additional information:

• For role related queries or questions contact Jacqueline Henderson on [e-mail]
• NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards.
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.

NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve.