Occupational Therapist Level 1/2

Occupational Therapist Level 1/2, Inpatient Mental Health Units - Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Service

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until August 2026

Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1, Occupational Therapist Level 2

Remuneration: $ $54.94 per hour, plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: 30

Requisition ID: REQ620289

Location: Randwick, Sydney

Applications close date: 23 November 2025

Graduates welcome to apply

Come Work With Us

We are seeking passionate, committed and enthusiastic, Occupational Therapist who has the confidence and ability to make autonomous decisions and work collectively within the Multidisciplinary team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a reputable service and great chance for career progression.

As an occupational Therapist within ESMHS you will be responsible for working with MDT in order to provide innovative, compassionate and recovery focused care. You will have the opportunity to work with a varied client group and in a role that is autonomous with support from the leadership team.

For more information we encourage you to contact Deirdre Carberry on

Interviews are expected to be held between 1 December 2025 and 5 December 2025.

Learn more about us here: South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

Where you'll be working

ESMHS - Based on the Prince of Wales Hospital campus, Randwick you will be working in the Kiloh Centre inpatient mental health unit which consists of 46 acute and sub-acute beds.

Additional Information and Benefits

• An eligibility list may be created for future Temporary Part Time positions
• Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
• Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
• Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance.

Selection Criteria:

• Qualifications in accordance with Schedule C of the NSW Health Service Health Professionals (State) Award and registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.
• Demonstrated core competency skills in developing and delivering Occupational Therapy based individual programs and therapeutic groups.
• Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills, and the ability to proactively engage with patients/clients to enhance service delivery.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and to exercise independent professional judgement on routine matters, commensurate with years of experience.
• Demonstrate a sound understanding of technology relevant to the work unit and comply with information and communications security and acceptable use policies.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement and evidence based practice and a commitment to ongoing clinical and professional learning.
• Current NSW Driver's Licence.

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Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristic including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment- and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.

Information for applicants:

• An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer
• We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support (SESLHD-) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website