
Occupational Therapist
16 hours ago
Join to apply for the Occupational Therapist - Inpatient Comprehensive Care role at NSW Health
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 28/06/2026)
Location: Nepean Mental Health Centre
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1/2
Remuneration: $37.03 - $52.83 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ583912
Application Close: 17/09/2025
With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, working with us will provide opportunities to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.
About NBMLHD
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a regional health district providing public health services to the Nepean, Blue Mountains and Lithgow Region. The Nepean Mental Health Centre provides inpatient care for people experiencing acute mental health issues through the short-stay Psychiatric Emergency Care Centre (PECC), the Acute Mental Health Unit, Mental Health High Dependency Unit, and Older Persons Mental Health Unit.
We support patients by linking them to case managers for ongoing treatment and support within an environment appropriate to the person's needs.
Role Overview: Ready to make a real impact in mental health care? We're seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist to deliver transformative services to consumers and their families in a dynamic acute mental health setting. In this role, you'll bring your expertise to specialist assessments and lead recovery-focused, evidence-based interventions, both one-on-one and in group formats, that empower individuals to re-engage with meaningful activities and reclaim their independence.
If you're driven by purpose and thrive in fast-paced environments, this is your opportunity to be part of a great team. Apply now
Benefits Available To Eligible NBMLHD Employees
- Accrued Day Off (ADO)
- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
- Novated Leasing
- Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Fitness Passport
NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please refer to the Child Safe Standards policy.
For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please refer to the information provided by NSW Health.
What You Will Bring To The Role
- Degree in Occupational Therapy and current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Demonstrated capabilities for recovery-oriented mental health care and a commitment to the development of recovery-oriented approaches to inpatient mental health care
- Demonstrated ability to utilise occupational therapy assessments and interventions to support consumers' recovery utilising independent professional judgement and seeking supervision in line with level of experience, knowledge and skills
- Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team, engage in open communication, contribute to a positive team environment and actively contribute to the learning and development of others
- Demonstrated high level written documentation, computer competency and oral communication skills
- Able to participate as a member of the team in quality improvement activities, development of policies and procedures and clinical research
- Willingness to provide supervision and support to students on placement in line with level of experience
- Current NSW Driver Licence (P2 acceptable) and willingness to use same for work purposes
Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.
Need more information?
- Position Description (link available through NSW Health Career Portal)
- Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Michelle Jaax on Michelle.Jaax@health.nsw.gov.au
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