Occupational Therapist

2 days ago

Geelong, Victoria, Australia Barwon Health Full time
Overview

Join to apply for the Occupational Therapist Gr.3 - Transition Care Home Based role at Barwon Health.

Employment details
  • Employment Type - Permanent Part Time
  • Hours per fortnight - 80
  • Job Category - Other Professionals - Occupational Therapy
  • Req Id - 5254
Responsibilities
  • Providing high quality occupational therapy care to Transition Care Program home based clients through autonomous use of expert clinical skills
  • Providing high level consultation on professional issues within the organisation to ensure the promotion of occupational therapy professional values and high standards of Occupational Therapy service provision
  • Provide leadership and supervision to Grade 2 Occupational Therapists
About Barwon Health

Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9,000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.

About The Facility

Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong's CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.

The Transition Care Program (TCP) provides short-term care and services for older people after they leave hospital. By offering maintenance (low level) therapy and support, the TCP allows older people to continue their recovery out of the hospital setting. Longer-term care arrangements are determined and arranged during the time in TCP.

About The Role

The Occupational Therapist provides high quality occupational therapy care to clients and families of Transition Care home-based program and provide clinical leadership within Transition Care and the broader At Home programs.

Key Accountabilities Of The Role Include
  • Providing high quality occupational therapy care to Transition Care Program home based clients through autonomous use of expert clinical skills
  • Providing high level consultation on professional issues within the organisation to ensure the promotion of occupational therapy professional values and high standards of Occupational Therapy service provision
  • Provide leadership and supervision to Grade 2 Occupational Therapists

Note: Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

About The Culture

You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health's commitment to professional development.

Barwon Health Staff Benefits
  • Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
  • A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
  • Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career
  • Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
About Geelong

About Geelong - Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean 'Tongue of Land'.

  • Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes
  • Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers
  • Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
  • Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes
Diversity and Inclusion

At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person's uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation. We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome employment applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. We also strongly encourage people with disability and diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles.

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

If you need assistance with your application for this role, please email the Talent Acquisition team at talent.acquisition@barwonhealth.org.au with your preferred contact method and details, and we will get in touch with you. Please note we do not accept resumes via email.

Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance.

This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination.

Contact

Contact person: Jacqui White

Email: jacqui.white@barwonhealth.org.au

Phone: (03) 4215 7406

Application closing date: 10th September 2025

Position Description

Are you currently a Barwon Health employee? If so, please follow the links below on how to apply.

Instructions for Internal Candidates only Seniority level
  • Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Part-time
Job function
  • Health Care Provider
  • Industries - Hospitals and Health Care

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