Occupational Therapist (Level 3) - Rivendell Child, Adolescent and Family Mental Health Services Employment Type: Permanent Full Time; 38 hours per weekPosition Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Remuneration: $112,396 - $116,038 per annum + annual leave loading + 11.5% SuperannuationLocation: Concord Repatriation General Hospital - RivendellRequisition ID: REQ546946
We are looking for a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join the team at Concord Hospital! About the Role Concord Centre for Mental Health is committed to improving mental health for people and our communities by providing quality mental health services in partnership with consumers, families, and service providers. This position is based at Rivendell Child, Adolescent and Family Mental Health Services.
This position provides evidence-based assessment, case formulation, and treatments to children and adolescents aged 5 to 18 years with severe and complex emotional disturbances, including those with diagnosable psychiatric disorders who have not benefited from less intensive interventions. Treatments include discipline-specific assessments and interventions within the discipline of Occupational Therapy and expert mental health interventions such as individual, family, and group interventions. A component of the role is to develop the service approach to virtual health services, including intake and assessment and, where appropriate, follow-up.
Minimum Requirements Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy and full AHPRA registration, with experience at Level 2 or higher. Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge, skill, and significant clinical experience in the provision of Occupational Therapy clinical services in Mental Health services, including children and adolescents with mental illness and their families and carers. Demonstrated ability to initiate, lead, complete, and evaluate quality improvement initiatives and/or research focused on patient/client outcomes. Benefits and Perks! Accrued Day Off each month, paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading. Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. Access to free courses, qualifications, and coaching via Sydney Education. Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families. Health benefits: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals. This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health, you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015).
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application. Child protection is the core responsibility of all who work in the child and adolescent mental health service. All staff are required to have detailed knowledge of and comply with policies and procedures relating to Child Protection and the NSW Health Code of Conduct. All clinicians are responsible for ensuring that identified issues are documented, escalated, and action occurs as appropriate.
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