Occupational Therapist (Lvl 1/2) - Paediatrics - Perm FT
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- South Western Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ536686 Requisition #
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Location: Fairfield Community Health Centre
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1/2
Remuneration: $70,944.00 - $101,211.00 per annum
Requisition ID: REQ536686
Application Close Date: 08/12/2024
Interview Date Range: 11/12/2024 – 18/12/2024
Contact Details: Jennifer Seage – 0428 694 665 | Jennifer.Seage@health.nsw.gov.au
What We Offer
- Annual Leave + 17.5% Leave Loading (Full Time & Part Time Employees)
- Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Smart Salary
- Workplace Giving Program
- Discounted Gym Membership through Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program
About the Opportunity
South Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking passionate and dedicated new graduate occupational therapists to join our teams for 2025.
This is a fantastic opportunity to launch your career in public health and make a meaningful impact on the lives of paediatric clients and their families across the district. As an Occupational Therapist working within these paediatric teams you will have the opportunity to gain comprehensive experience and contribute to patient care in a supportive environment. We provide access to regular supervision and individualised support to ensure development of your Paediatric clinical skills.
What You'll be Doing
Provide a high quality occupational therapy service to clients and their families/carers to ensure the provision of optimal health outcomes for the clients of the service. This encompasses ensuring effective and efficient entry, assessment, treatment planning, treatment implementation, evaluation and separation of patients/clients in a multi-disciplinary setting. The Occupational Therapist is also responsible for undertaking designated administrative tasks necessary to support service delivery.
Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Recognised Degree in Occupational Therapy or other qualification deemed appropriate by the employer, with registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Evidence of knowledge and commitment to the application of quality improvement and evidence based practice
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and computer literacy in a range of programs
- Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional education
- Demonstrated clinical experience in Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention in a Paediatric setting.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
