Occupational Therapist - Grade 3 (Burnside PARC)

Western Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Western Health invites applications for an Occupational Therapist - Grade 3 (Burnside PARC) to join our multidisciplinary team in Melbourne. The role focuses on collaborative mental health assessments and developing recovery-oriented plans, with responsibilities spanning functional assessments and sensory modulation approaches.

Applicants should have strong writing skills for case assessments and discharge summaries, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively with consumers, families and staff.
• Commitment to ongoing professional self-development.
• Well-developed skills in writing and preparing case assessments, service plans and discharge summaries.

Responsibilities

• Participate in collaborative mental health assessment with MHCSS staff and consumer.
• Work with consumers, families, carers and MHCSS staff on development and review of Individual Recovery Plans/Treatment Plans.
• Conduct Occupational Therapy Assessments to identify performance issues and sensory modulation preferences.
• Provide activity- and participation-focused treatment approaches and train other staff in these methods.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Job description

Occupational Therapist - Grade 3 (Burnside PARC)

• Employment Type: Full-Time, Fixed Term (until January 2028)
• Salary: Mental Health Occupational Therapist Grade 3 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

A unique opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapist to join a dedicated multidisciplinary team at Burnside PARC positively contribute to the multidisciplinary team, and contribute your expertise in clinical meetings, ensuring clinical standards of care are met.

Key responsibilities:

• Participate in collaborative mental health assessment with Mental Health Community Support Services (MHCSS) staff and consumer.
• Simultaneously work collaboratively with consumers, families, carers and MHCSS partner staff in the development, implementation and review of Individual Recovery Plans/Treatment Plans and provision of quality services.
• Conduct Occupational Therapy Assessments, including functional assessments, to identify occupational performance issues and sensory modulation preferences.
• Provide activity- and participation-focused treatment approaches and offer support and training to other staff in these methods (including sensory modulation, driving, vocational, and group work interventions.

About you:

• Excellent interpersonal skills plus the ability to communicate effectively with consumers, families/carers, colleagues and other service providers.
• Commitment to ongoing professional self-development.
• Well-developed skills in writing and an ability to promptly prepare case assessments, individual service plans, discharge summaries and other forms of documentation.

About Western Health

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne's West - one of Australia's fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women's health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
• Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

• Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
• Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

• Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
• Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment

• Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Ready to make an impact?

If you're passionate about care delivery, we'd love to hear from you.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 31 October 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Debra Matorere via **************@wh.org.au.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

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