Occupational Therapist - Grade 2

Careers; Shire of Moyne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Moyne Health Services invites applications for an Occupational Therapist to join our integrated care team in Port Fairy. The role delivers therapeutic interventions, education and supports to clients across acute, residential aged care and community settings.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, provide specialist advice, adapt environments, and contribute to quality improvement and accreditation processes while engaging with diverse funding streams and supports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Occupational Therapy with AHPRA registration.
• Knowledge of various funding streams and available support programs.
• Experience delivering services in Acute Hospital, Residential Aged Care and Community Health sectors.
• Understanding of Accreditation Standards and quality improvement models.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic interventions, advice and education to clients.
• Adapt environments, modify tasks and teach new skills.
• Serve as a subject matter expert across MH services.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support client outcomes.

Skills

Funding streams knowledge

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor Degree in Occupational Therapy

AHPRA registration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the RoleThe role of the Occupational Therapist is to provide therapeutic interventions, advice and education for clients referred to MHS.Services provided may include adapting the environment, modifying tasks, teaching new skills, education and accessing supports.The Occupational Therapist may also be consulted as a subject matter expert by other MHS departments or committees.A range of Occupational Therapy services may be provided across the organisation in the following settings; Acute Ward, Community Health, Residential Aged Care, Social Support Groups and staff wellbeing programs.About YouMinimum Qualifications:Bachelor Degree in Occupational TherapyKey Selection Criteria:Qualified Occupational Therapist with current Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration.Knowledge and understanding of various funding streams and the available support programs available to peopleService delivery experience within an Acute Hospital, Residential Aged Care and the Community Health sector.Understanding of Accreditation Standards, quality systems and continuous improvement modelsDemonstrated experience working within a multidisciplinary team environmentExcellent interpersonal and communication skills;Intermediate skills (or higher) in Microsoft Office programsDesirable Selection Criteria:Demonstrated experience managing service provision within an allocated budgetKnowledge and understanding of the Aged Care Standards and National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (NSQHS)About MHSMoyne Health Services is a public, not for profit, integrated healthcare service that helps meet community healthcare needs in Port Fairy and surrounding districts in the Moyne Shire. Employing more than 200 people, MHS operates a 12 bed acute hospital, 2 Aged Care Residences with a total of 82 beds, primary and community care services, social support group programs and Allied Health Services.MHS is committed to child safety and wellbeing, and the promotion and protection of children's rights by the organisation and its leadership.We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for any of our advertised roles.How to ApplyApplications are to be submitted online via the Careers section on our website https://moynehealth.vic.gov.au by 6th October 2026, and should include a cover letter and resume. The successful applicant will be required to provide an NDIS Workers Screening Check and and evidence of immunisations (including 3 x Covid-19 vaccinations) in accordance with Department of Health guidelines before employment commencement.For further information, please contact People & Culture [e-mail] of CollectionAs part of our recruitment process, Moyne Health Services collects personal information about you including your name, contact details, employment history, qualifications, and any other information provided in your resume or application.This information is collected for the purpose of assessing your suitability for the advertised role and other employment opportunities within our organisation. Your information may be shared with members of our People & Culture team, relevant hiring managers, and third-party service providers assisting with recruitment.We will store your information securely and in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles.By submitting your application, you consent to us collecting and handling your personal information as described above.Our Purpose: Best Care - Every person, every timeOur Values: Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence(C.A.R.E.)