Senior Occupational Therapist- Pathways to Community Living Initiative

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time (Job share considered) -
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist, Level 4
Remuneration: $121,658.00 – 124,607.00 pa ( superannuation salary packaging options) NSW Health – Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme (conditions apply – to find out more, visit Western NSW LHD Incentives)
Location: Orange, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 17 June 2025 – 11:59pm

Senior Occupational Therapist - 5-10k Incentives Offered
Pathways to Community Living Initiative (PCLI)

About the role

Join us for an exciting opportunity to work across both inpatient and community settings providing specialist expertise, consultation, assessment and treatment to enable the service to better support people with complex mental health presentations and multiple comorbidities.

The Occupational Therapy department at the Bloomfield Mental Health, Drug & Alcohol Service is a friendly and dynamic team. We work as part of a large multidisciplinary team that is committed to providing all consumers with holistic, evidence-based care that focuses on patient safety and engagement. You will also be part of a smaller multidisciplinary PCLI team that works across inpatient and community settings to support successful transitions to community living. You will also be part of a connected state-wide network of PCLI clinicians working across all NSW LHDs and SHNs.

You will be supported in your role by the OT Head of Department as your line manager and the PCLI Program Manager who will provide leadership and guidance in relation to service delivery, project planning and reporting. The role encourages ongoing supervision and CPD with additional opportunities for professional development available through the PCLI network.

Both the department and the PCLI program is led by managers who believe in the importance of flexible work practices and ensuring staff enjoy a good work life balance and meaningful work which improves on staff satisfaction and team culture.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

To apply for this role:

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• Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
• Upload your current resume Answer the selection criteria
  

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Heather Fairfax or Melissa Lane, on or or at [email protected] or [email protected]

for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

• All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
• This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
• Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
• Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
• Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
• To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
• For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD