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Requisition ID: REQ654906Employment Type: Temporary Full time , 38 hours per week until March 2027Remuneration: Occupational Therapist Level 3: $2,240.23 - $2,312.82 per week + 12% Superannuation + Salary PackagingLocation: Campbelltown Hospital - Older Persons Mental Health UnitApplications close: 27/04/2026Contact: Kylie Stewart - Occupational and Diversional Therapy Head of Department on 0418206619| With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we''re enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.Achieve Something GreatThis is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by providing leadership and expert clinical guidance within a mental health occupational therapy team dedicated to excellence. You will play a key role in delivering safe, timely and compassionate care as part of a multidisciplinary team committed to highquality, personcentred practice. In this role, you will provide advanced, evidencebased occupational therapy interventions to clients and their families, apply expert clinical judgement to complex and novel case management scenarios, and collaborate closely with health and service partners to ensure seamless care across settings. You will contribute to service innovation through the development and evaluation of treatment protocols, quality improvement initiatives, clinical indicators and research activities, while upholding professional standards, safety frameworks and organisational values across a dynamic mental health service.Are You the Right Fit?You will have demonstrated experience working in mental health services, including with older people, and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment. You bring strong clinical expertise, sound professional judgement and confidence in managing complex occupational therapy interventions and service coordination. You are committed to clinical leadership through the supervision, training and development of occupational therapists, allied health assistants and students, actively engaging in supervision and ongoing professional development in line with AHPRA requirements. You value collaboration, networking across SWSLHD, and contributing to continuous improvement while maintaining high standards of documentation, safety and quality care. Flexible and professional, you are willing to participate in a 7day roster, including weekend and outofhours services, to support the needs of clients and the service.Selection CriteriaTo help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.Recognised Degree in Occupational Therapy or other qualification deemed appropriate by the employer, with registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)Demonstrated advanced clinical skills and significant experience in the provision of occupational therapy services within Mental HealthDemonstrated experience in the identification of age appropriate evidence-based practice and/or development of treatment protocolsDemonstrated experience participating in the planning, implementation and evaluation of local service delivery incorporating the quality improvement processDemonstrated experience in the provision of clinical supervision, mentoring of staff and/or students If youd like more details, were here to help.Position InformationApplicants will be assessedagainst the criteria in thePosition Description.How to ApplyRead ourapplication guide and tips forimproving your application.Diversity, Culture & InclusionWe are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.Aboriginal WorkforceFor Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact. Support is also available through theStepping Up website.More Than Just a Job Why Work With Us?Financial Perks12% superannuationSalary packaging and novated leasing viaSmart SalaryAnnual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)One extra day off each month for full-time employeesWork-Life BalanceFlexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)Paid maternity and parental leaveGenerous leave options like long service and carers leaveGrow Your CareerAccess to learning opportunities through our dedicatedEducation and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.Health & WellbeingDiscounted gym membership throughFitness PassportFree and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balanceAdditional InformationTemporary visa holdersMay be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.Vaccination RequirementsAll staff must meet NSW Healths vaccination and screening requirements before starting.Child Safe EmploymentSouth Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Healths commitment to implementingthe 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.