Paediatric Occupational Therapist - New Graduate

Remuneration: $70,944 - $101,211 per annum + super
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until January 2027
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Lvl 1/2
Location: Taree Community Health Service
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ530285
Applications Close: Sunday, 1st December 2024

Do you have a passion for paediatrics and want to develop your paediatric Occupational Therapy skills? Are you looking for a supportive New Graduate role with NSW Health?

About the role:
We are thrilled to be offering a two-year New Graduate position for an Occupational Therapist with the Children, Young People and Family Team on the Lower Mid North Coast. In this role, you will work closely with the paediatric Allied Health community services, conducting assessments and interventions for children aged 0-18 years.

This position offers the chance to implement innovative and engaging models of care. You will have the opportunity to educate families and caregivers, create educational videos for centres, and use virtual care to monitor progress and provide additional support. Additionally, you will deliver outreach services to surrounding areas, ensuring children receive the services they need when they need them.

As part of our Paediatric New Graduate program, you will collaborate with Speech Pathologists and Occupational Therapists across our district. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact, build professional connections, and kickstart your career.

About us:
You would be working as part of the Children, Young People and Families Service, providing care across the beautiful Lower Mid-North Coast. You will work alongside other Occupational Therapists, Allied Health clinicians and Child and Family Health Nurse, meeting the Occupational Therapy needs of children, and their families in our area. You would be based at Taree Community Health service, outreaching alongside team members to Forster, Bulahdelah and Gloucester.

Our team is dedicated to providing high-quality care to children and their families. You will have the opportunity to learn from experienced senior staff and be supported by a dynamic and friendly team to deliver patient-centred Occupational Therapy services. The successful applicant will receive orientation and training while in the role. We encourage and support both internal and external support, with regular monthly clinical supervision, support through the new graduate program and the completion of mandatory education requirements. We are very keen to help you develop your knowledge and skills so will provide $800 for Professional Development support to be allocated annually while you complete this two-year program.

About the Lower Mid North Coast:
Based in the glorious Lower Mid North Coast of NSW you will have rivers, beaches, and rainforests on your doorstep. Forster and Taree are located within the Barrington Coast region of NSW offering white sand beaches, gleaming blue lakes and a vivid green in the hinterland, it is the heart of the Lower Mid North Coast. Three hours from Sydney and two from Newcastle, the region offers affordable housing, education options and a lifestyle sought after by holiday makers. A haven for water sports, swimming, surfing, enjoy lagoons, rock pool exploration, fish, sailboard, scuba dive or dolphin and whale spot on a cruise. Inland recreations include Booti Booti National Park, Cape Hawke, local shopping and markets and plenty of dining options. For inspirational stories from people who live in the area check out https://lovetaree.com.au

About you:

• Have a passion for providing patient-centred care and working with children and their families
• Are keen to participate in ongoing team projects and service developments
• Have a willingness to learn and develop skills across all areas of paediatric occupational therapy
• Motivated and flexible, committed to the wellbeing and quality outcomes of clients
• Enjoys working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team
• Has graduated from university within the last year.

Requirements:

• Must hold a bachelor or post graduate degree in Occupational Therapy and hold general registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.
• Current registration with AHPRA.
• Current eligibility to drive in NSW and the ability and willingness to travel for work purposes which may involve driving long distances.

What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) , enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 
• Proximity to shopping and other services 
• ADO's each month (for full time employees) 
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees)  
• Salary packaging options 
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members 

Additional information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

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For role related queries or questions contact Lauren Vaughan on Lauren.Vaughan@health.nsw.gov.au