Occupational Therapist (Level 1/2) - Concord Centre for Mental Health

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Accrued Day Off

Paid Parental Leave

Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing

Meal Entertainment allowance

Upskill with courses and coaching

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted Fitness Passport

Job summary

Concord Centre for Mental Health is seeking an Occupational Therapist (Level 1/2) for a temporary full-time position (38 hours per week) up to June 2027 within NSW Health.

You will provide high-quality OT services to patients, clients and carers, supporting recovery and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will hold an OT degree, be registered with AHPRA, and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, plus a NSW driver's licence.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent and current AHPRA registration.
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills and clinical experience in Occupational Therapy practice.
• High level written and verbal communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Current NSW Driver's Licence (P1/P2 acceptable).

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality occupational therapy services to patients, clients and carers to ensure optimal health outcomes.

Skills

Clinical OT practice

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Driver's licence

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent

AHPRA registration

Job description

Occupational Therapist (Level 1/2) - Concord Centre for Mental Health

Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time (38 hours per week) Up to June 2027
Position Classification:Occupational Therapist Level 1/2
Remuneration:$1,522.06 - $2,171.40 per week + Superannuation
Location:Concord Centre for Mental Health
Requisition ID:REQ694478

Sydney Local Health District is one of the fastest growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring.

About the Role

Concord Centre for Mental Health is committed to improving mental health for people and our communities by providing quality mental health services in partnership with consumers, families and service providers by providing quality healthcare, delivery of safe appropriate care, ensuring access to services, supporting our workforce, and working closely with the local community to manage the changing demand for services.

To provide a high qualityOccupational Therapyservice to patients/clients and carers in order to ensure the provision of optimal health outcomes for the patients/clients of the service.

Ideal Candidate

• Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent and current registration with AHPRA.
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills and clinical experience in Occupational Therapy practice and the provision of services to Occupational Therapy.
• Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Current NSW Drivers Licence (P1 and P2 acceptable).

Benefits and Perks

Monthly Accrued Day Off (for full time roles)

• Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance, visit SalaryPackagingPlus
• Upskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) confidential counselling for staff and their families

Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.

For more information, visit SLHD Benefits

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy(PD2026_004).

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing theChild Safe Standards.

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For enquiries, please contact Sophia Brindle via email at **************@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close: 18 October 2026

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