CCLHD - Occupational Therapist - New Graduate

5 days ago


Central Coast NSW, Australia Central Coast Local Health District Full time $80,000 - $104,000 per year

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 5th January 2026 to 2nd January 2028

Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1

Remuneration: $1, $1,644.35 per week

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Central Coast

Requisition ID: REQ603575

Applications Close: Monday, 6th October 2025 at 11:59 pm

At Central Coast Local Health District, our vision is clear: Trusted care, better health for everyone.

CCLHD Occupational Therapy is seeking New Graduates for a 24 month rotational position. We offer structured induction and orientation, a competency achievement program, individual and group supervision, opportunities for mentorship and a dynamic and collaborative multidisciplinary environment. We encourage you to contact the convenor, Natalie McSwan, for further information.

About the Role

As a New Graduate Occupational Therapist with CCLHD, you will deliver high-quality, client-centred care across a diverse range of clinical settings.

You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, patients, and their families to provide evidence-based assessments and therapeutic interventions that promote optimal health outcomes. Under the guidance of experienced clinicians, you will develop your professional skills, participate in ongoing education, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

This role offers a valuable opportunity to build your clinical expertise while embodying the values of compassionate, culturally respectful care.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description

About You

  • You are qualified as an Occupational Therapist and hold or be eligible for registration with AHPRA prior to commencement.
  • You have a commitment to professional development, evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
  • You thrive working in a dedicated multidisciplinary environment and have effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

Benefits

  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
  • Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
  • Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
  • Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

Need More Information?

Natalie McSwan

Phone:

Email:

Click here to find out more about applying for this position.

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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You're also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at CCLHD- or call for one-on-one support.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

  • Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.

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