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Requisition ID: REQ648455Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, 32 hours per week until October 2026Remuneration: Occupational Therapist Level 1 - 2: $38.51 - $54.94 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary PackagingLocation: Camden and/or Fairfield Community Health CentreApplications close: 29/03/2026Contact: Vicky Weng on | 0401 695 865With 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 GreatSouth Western Sydney LocalHealth District is seeking a dedicated, outgoing and purpose driven Occupational Therapist to join the Commonwealth Home Support Program team. This program is an amazing opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to build on their experience by working with a diverse client base. This role isnt your typical style of Occupational Therapy through this program you will be working with clients who have a wide range of challenges, and you will be able to work with clients with specific goals in mind. You will be working with clients on reabling them in their homes to achieve their goals. Whilst working with the clients you will have the opportunity to view their life as a whole and work with them to achieve their vision of reablement. You will have the chance to work with families and the wider community to provide a holistic approach to the client care.This role is a true challenge and will allow you to develop skills which cannot be achieved in a private or hospital setting. You will become a part of your clients life and see changes which will last a lifetime for these clients. This is a great way to facilitate your learning and build your skills for any future setting. You will be able to build positive working relationships with other community services and develop a rapport within the wider Local Health District services. If you are a ready to undertake purpose driven, goal orientated Occupational Therapist in a community setting, work independently and autonomously throughout the South Western Sydney Local Health District and change the lives of your older clients, click APPLY NOW and make a real difference. Are You the Right Fit?You are an Occupational Therapist at Level 1 or 2 who understands the importance of timely, coordinated interventions in community aged care settings. You bring strong clinical reasoning skills and the ability to manage a diverse caseload while contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team environment. You recognise the essential role occupational therapy plays in discharge planning and patient safety and are committed to delivering high quality, evidence based care in clients homes. Your contribution will directly support team efficiency and effectiveness, helping to prevent service gaps, reduce risk to patient outcomes, and support sustainable workloads for the broader team. 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 clinical experience in aged care and/or community health and/or rehabilitation.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Excellent written and verbal communication skills and computer literacy in a range of programs.Evidence of knowledge and commitment to the application of quality improvement and evidence-based practice.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.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.