CCLHD - Occupational Therapist Level 3, Mental Health Assertive Outreach Team
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- Occupational Therapist
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- REQ560230 Requisition #
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- Apr 08, 2025 Post Date
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, Contract End Date - 24 August 2025
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Remuneration: $56.68 - $58.52 per hour
Hours Per Week: 20
Location: Toukley Health Centre
Requisition ID: REQ560230
Applications Close: Sunday 20 April at 11:59 pm 2025
Are you driven by a passion to make a real difference in the lives of people facing mental health challenges? Do you thrive in dynamic, community-focused environments where your expertise is truly valued? If you're ready to take your career to the next level, we want YOU to join our Mental Health Assertive Outreach Team (AOT)
At Central Coast Local Health District (CCLHD) we believe in empowering individuals on their mental health recovery journey. Our AOT is a vibrant, non-acute community team that supports people within the Central Coast Local Health District, offering intensive and tailored support to those with complex mental health needs. As an Occupational Therapist on our team, you’ll play a pivotal role in helping individuals reclaim their independence and navigate daily life with confidence – all while being part of a compassionate and collaborative team.
About the Role
As an Occupational Therapist in the Mental Health Assertive Outreach Team (AOT), you will have the exciting opportunity to deliver consumer-centered care and contribute to life-changing outcomes for individuals with complex mental health needs. Your role will involve working closely with consumers, their families, carers, and multidisciplinary health teams, to provide clinical recommendations and therapeutic support that is aligned with the current mental health clinical guidelines and best practice standards. You will be working at the Toukley Health Centre which is operational Monday to Friday.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description
About You
- You are Qualified as an Occupational Therapist with current Registration with AHPRA
- You have a current unrestricted drivers licence
- Brings a passion for working in mental health and understands the unique challenges of community-based care.
- Possesses exceptional communication skills and thrives when working as part of a collaborative team.
- Is flexible and can adapt to the unique needs of individuals, offering a personalized approach to each client.
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.
For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHD
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.
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.
Need More Information?
For role-related queries, please contact:
Kate Waghorn
Phone: 4396 5111
Email: kate.waghorn@health.nsw.gov.au
You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.
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