Occupational Therapist Level 1/2 - ESMHS

Selection criteria:

1. Relevant tertiary qualifications in Occupational Therapy and current registration with AHPRA
2. Demonstrated competency in mental health rehabilitation with an ability to plan, implement and evaluate individual and group clinical rehabilitation interventions. , e.g. skills assessment and training, vocational interventions, health promotion and education, motivational interviewing and psychosocial strategies.
3. Experience working with young people (14-25 years) with mental health concerns, and knowledge of the mental health needs of young consumers with early psychosis and their families.
4. Demonstrated commitment to consumer participation, and a strengths based and recovery focused approach to service provision.
5. Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively within the multi-disciplinary team and with a diverse range of stakeholders including consumers, families and service providers.
6. Ability to exercise independent professional judgement on routine matters, commensurate with years of experience
7. Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement, evidence based practice and ongoing clinical and professional learning.
8. Current, unrestricted NSW Driver’s licence.

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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-MentalHealth@health.nsw.gov.au 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:

• 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.
• SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. We do have an Aboriginal Employment Consultant that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website