Occupational Therapist (Level 1/2) - Acute Mental Health Inpatient Service - Port Macquarie

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1
Remuneration: $79,419.00 - $92,801.00
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ687462
Applications Close: Thursday 17th September 2026

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).

What you'll be doing
Provide appropriate occupational therapy services for inpatients, outpatients and community clients as referred in a manner consistent with professional code of ethics and current Mid North Coast Local Health District policies and procedures.

About You
You are a dedicated Occupational Therapist with recognised qualifications and registration eligibility through the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia, committed to supporting adults to achieve greater independence, safety, and quality of life. Using a client-centred and evidence-based approach, you are skilled in assessing individual needs, developing tailored intervention plans, and facilitating effective discharge planning that promotes optimal health and wellbeing outcomes.

You are a confident practitioner who applies sound professional judgement to manage complex clinical presentations and deliver high-quality occupational therapy services across a variety of healthcare settings. Your ability to build positive relationships with clients, families, carers, and colleagues is supported by excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to foster trust, encourage engagement, and contribute to positive therapeutic outcomes.

Adaptable and highly organised, you are capable of working autonomously while also collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams and with community support services to ensure coordinated and seamless care. You are experienced in balancing clinical, administrative, and professional development responsibilities, prioritising competing demands, and organising workloads to achieve service objectives while maintaining a high standard of care.

Committed to continuous improvement and professional growth, you demonstrate initiative, accountability, and a strong focus on delivering person-centred services. With a current NSW Driver Licence, you have the flexibility to travel as required to support clients and service delivery across a range of locations and community settings.

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit.
Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

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A TALENT POOL MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE ROLES AND WILL REMAIN VALID FOR 18 MONTHS.

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For role related queries or questions contact Sally Knight on Sally.Knight@health.nsw.gov.au

For Diversity, Equity & Inclusion enquiries, please contact the District Manager - MNCLHD-Inclusion@health.nsw.gov.au