Occupational Therapist - Rehabilitation Case Manager/Driving Assessor

NSW Health; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Occupational Therapist to join their team in Tamworth. The role involves delivering specialized rehabilitation for adults with brain injuries, focusing on client independence and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and relevant qualifications. Competitive remuneration and career support are offered. This position is permanent full-time based at a regional hospital with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Salary packaging options

Employee Assistance Program

Access to ongoing clinical supervision

Individualized education and training plans

Qualifications

• Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.
• Experience or interest in brain injury rehabilitation.
• Willingness to travel for work purposes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy interventions.
• Provide coordinated rehabilitation case management.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Strong clinical reasoning

Risk assessment capabilities

Experience in brain injury rehabilitation

Collaborative skills in multidisciplinary teams

Education

AHPRA Authority to Practice

Occupational Therapy Driver Assessor qualifications

Job description

Help adults with brain injury regain independence - deliver specialist OT, driving assessment and rehab case management in Tamworth

Remuneration: $126,524 – $129,591 per annum + superannuation + salary packaging
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 4
Requisition ID: REQ628003
Applications Close: Sunday 4th January 2026

About the role

An exciting opportunity exists for a passionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join the New England Brain Injury Rehabilitation Service (NEBIRS), based on the grounds of Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital. In this rewarding role, you will provide and coordinate occupational therapy interventions, including occupational therapy driving assessments, alongside comprehensive rehabilitation case management for adults aged 16–65 years with brain injury. Working as part of a highly experienced multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, specialist brain injury rehabilitation services that support clients to maximise independence and participation in everyday life. NEBIRS delivers a community-based rehabilitation service, including access to a Transitional Living Unit, supporting clients across the northern region of the Hunter New England Local Health District.

What you’ll be doing

• Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy interventions, including functional and driving assessments
• Provide coordinated rehabilitation case management for clients with complex needs
• Build strong therapeutic relationships with clients, families, and carers
• Assess risk and contribute to comprehensive care planning
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to achieve meaningful client outcomes
• Work within community and transitional living environments to support real-world rehabilitation goals

About you

You are a motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapist with:

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong clinical reasoning and risk assessment capabilities
• Experience or interest in brain injury rehabilitation and community-based practice
• The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• A commitment to delivering person-centred, high-quality care
• Experience or interest in occupational therapy driving assessment will be highly regarded.

Support and development

You will be well supported in this role, with:

• Ongoing clinical supervision from the Manager
• Access to subject matter expertise, escalation pathways, and shared problem-solving
• Strong peer support from the multidisciplinary team
• An individualised education and training plan tailored to your learning and professional development needs

Why Tamworth?

Tamworth is a modern, family-friendly regional city of around 60,000 people, set against a picturesque backdrop of tree-covered mountains. The city offers a vibrant lifestyle with access to sport, arts and culture, live music, cafés and restaurants, and outdoor adventures. Conveniently located halfway between Sydney and Brisbane, Tamworth is easily accessible with six daily flights.

Requirements:

• Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA.
• Occupational Therapy Driver Assessor qualifications.
• Current eligibility to drive in NSW and the ability and willingness to travel for work purposes which may involve driving long distances.

What we offer

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• ADO's each month (for full time employees)
• Salary packaging options
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Additional Information:

• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
• At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact [e-mail] for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

How to apply:

Click apply online, submit your information and resume, and address the criteria listed below providing examples that demonstrate your ability.

• Demonstrated experience in the assessment and management of clients with a complex traumatic brain injury in a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team across a variety of settings.
• Proven excellent negotiation, decision making and advocacy skills including the ability to interact constructively and collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders throughout all organisation levels.
• An approved iCare Case Manager or willing to apply.

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Information for Applicants:

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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.