Occupational Therapist Team Leader

7 days ago


Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Anglican Care Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

The Opportunity:

Due to growth Anglican Care have an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Team Leader to join our residential and community aged care teams. You will be responsible for developing and leading the OT services across the organisation. You will oversee and support the wider OT team ensuring they are operating to the standards and legislation.

Why you'll love working with us:

At Newcastle Anglican, we don't just offer jobs — we offer purpose-driven careers. Here's what you can expect when you join our team:

Growth & Development:Dedicated professional development support 

Family Friendly:14 weeks paid parental leave or 3 weeks partner leave + super contributions. 

Smart Salary Packaging: Save on your rent, mortgage or bills – up to $611 per fortnight. 

Education Perks:Up to 40% off school fees at our Anglican schools. 

Wellness Boost: Access to over 300 gyms with Fitness Passport. 

Mental Health Support: Free access to our Employee Assistance Program. 

Career Progression:Real opportunities for advancement. 

Flexibility: We support flexible work arrangements. 

Impact:Lead a team that's changing lives every day.

Role & Responsibilities:

  • Delivering programs in individual and group settings focused on capacity building, maintenance, driving restorative outcomes, promoting healthy ageing, optimising quality of life, and reengagement with community activities

  • Provide a high standard of clinical service that reflects and promotes evidenced based practice

  • Manage an appropriate case load effectively through planning, clinical prioritisation, and proactive time management skills

  • Function as an advisor in relation to the provision of Aged Care Services. Ensure the alignment of technologies, methods and practices with the Home Care Standards, Charter and relevant organisational policies and procedures

  • Identify individual consumer's needs resulting in the development and implementation of a holistic therapy plan in consultation with the consumer, carer, relevant stakeholders, and frameworks (internal and external)

  • Ensure allied health and therapy plans are developed based on the goals, strengths and identified needs in consultation with consumers. These are to be reviewed in accordance with policies and frameworks (internal and external)

About you?

  • Current registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

  • 5+ years working as an Occupational Therapist, including experience in the aged care sector

  • Sound knowledge and practical experience working with people who are ageing from an enablement, restorative and wellbeing perspective, including assessment and the delivery of evidence-based skills

  • Understanding of case coordination and multidisciplinary teamwork

  • Demonstrated ability to lead and promote change and contribute positively to workplace culture

  • Confident and skilled clinician, able to engage and motivate consumers, families, staff and stakeholders

Who we are?

Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast.

We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans.

Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus.

We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.

For more information visit or for enquiries and a copy of the Position Description email the talent team at 

You must have the right to live and work in Australia.

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