Occupational Therapist, Transitional Aged Care Program - Tweed

Northern NSW Local Health District; Tweed Heads; On-site; AUD 99,000 - 113,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) in NSW is seeking an Occupational Therapist Level 2 for an aged care role. This temporary part-time position provides up to 30 hours per week and a strong emphasis on holistic, person-centred client care within a dedicated multidisciplinary team.

You will have access to professional development opportunities, clinical supervision, and a supportive environment to grow your skills in community and aged care settings while improving health outcomes for

Qualifications

• Role focuses on delivering holistic, person-centred care in aged care.
• Join a multidisciplinary team to support older adults and their wellbeing.

Job description

Discover the balance. Enjoy more flexibility, diverse career pathways, the opportunity to learn and grow, salary packaging + more.

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time

Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Lvl 2

Remuneration: $98,936.00 - $113,301.00 per annum pro rata

Hours Per Week: up to 30

Requisition ID: REQ703040

About The Role

An exciting job opportunity in Aged Care is now available for passionate professionals who want to make a real difference in the lives of older adults. This role offers exceptional professional development opportunities, allowing you to expand your skills and grow your career in a supportive environment. You’ll work as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team delivering holistic, person-centred client care. If you’re seeking a rewarding position where compassion, teamwork, and continuous learning come together, this is the perfect opportunity.

About Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD)

We are a healthcare community, caring for the people of the Northern Rivers. We understand that high quality healthcare and quality of life go hand in hand. Our hospitals, and our community health and multipurpose services are a well-balanced modern network truly connecting the communities we serve across the Tweed, Richmond, and Clarence Valleys.

If you care about high quality healthcare and quality of life, we encourage you to join us.

Working in Community & Allied Health

Join the vibrant team of professionals who enjoy a fulfilling career providing community and allied health services in beautiful regional NSW. Community and Allied Health in Northern NSW Local Health District offers a diverse range of rewarding employment and professional opportunities.

Providing services across the life span from antennal to end of life care, we offer generous access to professional development and education opportunities, clinical supervision and support, and a range of health and wellbeing strategies. With a focus on client driven service improvement and compassionate and empowered care we aim to provide staff with a welcoming and engaging work environment to improve health outcomes and make a positive impact on the lives of many people and the community.

Learn more about how you can work with a collaborative, cooperative, and respectful team while enjoying endless opportunities for professional and personal growth.

You care. We care

Learn more about NNSWLHD here.

Relocating to the region?

The Welcome Experience in the Northern Rivers connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at: www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

For role related queries or questions contact Joel Organ on [e-mail]

Applications Close: 17 November 2026

NNNSWLHD embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace. We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community.

NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position. All applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably.

For help with your application to this role visit Stepping Up, our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.

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 (PD2024_015).

You may be subject to a probationary period of six months from the date of appointment to this position.

This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.

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