Senior Manager - Occupational Therapy

SA Health - Central Adelaide Local Health Network; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 123,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Superannuation

Professional development

Flexible work options

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SA Health – Central Adelaide Local Health Network seeks a Senior Manager of Occupational Therapy to lead OT services across CALHN. The role involves clinical governance, workforce planning, and service improvement across multiple sites in Adelaide.

The appointment supports a temporary full-time 38-hour week roaster with potential for part-time consideration. Travel between CALHN sites is required; a driver’s license and government vehicle access may be needed for community work.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree that qualifies you for OTBA registration.
• Extensive clinical leadership and service planning skills.
• Experience managing teams, resources and complex programs.
• Lead clinical governance, quality improvement and change.
• Strong communication and partnership-building.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational plans and service delivery across CALHN sites.
• Manage workforce, rosters, resources and staff performance.
• Guide clinical supervision, credentialing and staff development.
• Build partnerships with clinical teams and senior leaders.
• Drive research, quality improvement and service change.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Service planning

Communication

Team leadership

Quality improvement

Education

Degree for OTBA registration

Job description

AHP4 - $123,048 to $133,957 p.a. + super

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) -Senior Manager – Occupational Therapy

• Adelaide CBD and various CALHN sites, SA | Occupational Therapy
• Salary: AHP4 – $123,048 to $133,957 p.a. + superannuation and salary packaging
• Temporary full-time, 38 hours per week, five-day roster, until November 2027

Part-time employment will also be considered.

Join over 2,600 allied health professionals at CALHN and play a vital role in delivering safe and connected world-class care across South Australia.

• Make a real difference across emergency, acute, rehabilitation, community, and mental health care settings.
• Thrive in a values-driven organisation that puts people first and is future focused.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams that support innovation and professional growth.
• Be part of a leading health network shaping the future of health through care, research, and education.

Lead Occupational Therapy services across CALHN and help teams deliver safe, evidence-based care. Bring clinical expertise and management skills to service planning, staff development and quality improvement, working with senior leaders to strengthen care across sites.

• Lead operational plans and service delivery across sites
• Manage workforce, rosters, resources and staff performance
• Guide clinical supervision, credentialing and staff development
• Build partnerships with clinical teams and senior leaders
• Drive research, quality improvement and service change

About You

To be successful in this role you will:

• Hold a degree that qualifies you for OTBA registration
• Bring extensive clinical leadership and service planning skills
• Manage teams, resources and complex programs effectively
• Lead clinical governance, quality improvement and change
• Communicate clearly and build strong working partnerships

You will bring:

• Advanced occupational therapy and clinical supervision skills
• Knowledge of workforce and performance management
• The ability to deliver evidence-based services across multiple sites

The role requires travel between CALHN sites. A current South Australian driver’s licence and willingness to drive a government vehicle are required when employed in a community setting. Please refer to the role description for the full requirements.

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter

• Make your money go further – salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals and entertainment + pre-tax super and novated lease options
• Grow your career – build your skills and explore opportunities across CALHN
• Balance work and life – access flexible work options where available
• Support your wellbeing – enjoy leave loading, fitness discounts and flu vaccinations
• Feel supported – confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Diversity and Inclusion

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

• Appointment is subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description. This role is classified as Immunisation Risk Category B.

Applications close: 11:55 pm, Sunday 1 November 2026

Job Ref: 953128

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