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Senior Child & Youth Mental Health Occupational Therapist Level 3


Company : NSW Health


Location : Sydney, Australia


Created : 2025-05-24


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Lead OT care for youth with complex mental health needsCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams and community servicesDrive impactful change in a supportive, dynamic environmentJoin the PEIRS team as a Senior Occupational Therapist, delivering life-changing care to young people with complex needs. Make an impact - Apply Now!Previous applicants need not re-apply.Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3Remuneration: $112,396 - $116,038 per annumHours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part-time hours)Location: North Parramatta, Cumberland HospitalWhere you''ll be workingWestern Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) provides primary, secondary, and tertiary healthcare to people in Western Sydney. The PEIRS team offers specialist mental health services for youth, focusing on recovery and support.Serves youth aged 12-25 with complex mental health needsProvides tailored assessments and evidence-based interventionsCollaborates with families, carers, and various service providersPromotes resilience and reduces hospital and service usageCommitted to quality care, continuous learning, and workplace safetyWhat you''ll be doingThis Senior Occupational Therapist role within the PEIRS team focuses on providing high-quality care to young people with complex mental health needs. The position involves assessment, planning, therapy, leading clinical supervision, and collaborating with wider health services.Delivers specialised OT services to youth aged 12-25Develops and implements individual care plansProvides clinical supervision to junior staff and studentsCollaborates with families, carers, and community servicesPromotes quality improvement and person-centred careHow to ApplyApply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below with examples demonstrating your abilities before the closing date.Essential RequirementsLicense: NSW Driver''s license (Current Class C (P2 acceptable) and willingness to drive for work purposes)Qualification: Degree in Occupational TherapyRegistration: AHPRA Occupational Therapist general registrationSelection CriteriaDemonstrated mental health experience using Occupational Therapy assessment tools, especially in community mental health services for children and adolescents.Experience in evidence-based service provision, recovery programs, implementation, and evaluation.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a multidisciplinary team, with effective communication skills.Experience in student coordination, supervision, education programs, and liaising with university placement coordinators.Effective verbal and written communication and time management skills.Commitment to consumer participation, working with families and carers.Participation in ongoing education, professional development, and quality improvement programs.Requisition ID: REQ577920Applications Close: 22nd June 2025Need more information?Discover more about the application process.Review the detailed Position Description for role requirements and criteria.Explore the selection process, employment checks, and notifications.For inquiries, contact Sue Mallick at Sue.Mallick@health.nsw.gov.au or (02) 9840 3549.People with disabilities who meet the criteria are encouraged to apply; WSLHD will provide reasonable adjustments as needed.Stepping Up supports Aboriginal applicants. For more info, visit Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.Note: To be eligible for permanent appointment, you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident. #J-18808-Ljbffr