Senior Occupational Therapist

7 days ago

Far North Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time $72,000 - $108,000 per year

*Senior Occupational Therapist - Child Development Service (Cairns) | 4-month contract (with possibility of extension)
Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a yarn? Hailey Williams, would love to hear your story and answer any questions you may have about the role.
Tell me more... We're looking for a Senior Occupational Therapist to join our Child Development Service in Cairns on a 4-month contract. This is a specialised role that doesn't come up often and is perfect if you're looking for something a little different - whether you're on the move, wanting to experience life in the tropics, or interested in stepping into remote and regional practice for a short stint.
Based in Cairns, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds - working as part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team while living in a city surrounded by the Great Barrier Reef, tropical rainforest, and endless weekend adventures. Approximately every three weeks, you'll also travel through the Torres Strait and Cape York region, where your skills will make a valuable contribution to children and families in remote communities.
This is more than just a role - it's a chance to grow your experience, explore an incredible part of Australia, and enjoy a lifestyle that blends purpose with adventure.
If you're ready to take your career somewhere extraordinary, we'd love to hear from you.
Torres and Cape will give you a career with purpose, plus excellent benefits and allowances;
Base salary comprising between $4, $5,286.40 per fortnight - you may be eligible for additional benefits - refer to Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
Competitive salary packaging: Generous employer superannuation contribution of 12.75% and salary packaging options Salary and benefits | Careers )
Generous leave entitlements including 17.5% loading on annual leave
Living within the Torres and Cape region means you will be able to enjoy:
Immersing yourself in nature, from the outback to tropical rainforests, coral reefs and extraordinary landscapes.
Choose Cairns for your next career move
Short commute to work, allowing greater work/life balance
Rich Indigenous Culture
Imagine yourself here? Find out about Torres and Cape HHS and the Torres Strait and Cooktown and Cape York regions on the Tropical North Queensland website.Follow us - Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn
Discover more by reading the role description attached.
Torres and Cape HHS Values - Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage
Apply now and let Cairns be your next chapter. Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.
Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.*

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