Job no: 886993Work type: Full timeLocation: Far NorthCategories: Allied and Scientific HealthFlinders and Upper North Local Health Network – WhyallaAHP1/2 | Full Time 1.0 FTE | OngoingAHP2| Full Time 2.0 FTE | OngoingMultiple Positions AvailableBase Salary Range: $68,478 - $102,240 p.aIn addition to base salary, this position attracts Superannuation, Leave Loading and Salary Sacrificing Benefits (salary packaging ).Join our team and make a difference in the lives of patients in our community with your passion and expertise!About Us:The Flinders and Upper North region offers a relaxed lifestyle, breathtaking views, endless adventures and friendly and diverse communities. With a short commute to work, you’ll have more time in your day to spend with your family, friends and explore the many attractions of the Flinders and Upper North region. With wide-open spaces, parks and sports and access to many recreational activities, you’ll find something to enjoy outside of work. There is access to public and private schooling, including tertiary education, making it a great place to raise a family.You will become a part of a supportive and welcoming team and have opportunities to work in a variety of settings whilst working across both discipline specific and multi-disciplinary teams. You’ll also have access to continuing education and development opportunities, allowing you to grow your career, all while working to improve community health outcomes and wellbeing.Find out more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network at: Working at the FUNLHNWant to discover more watch: Come and Discover FUNLHN!FUNLHN Information Page.pdfService:Allied and Community Health ServiceOur Allied and Community Health Teams are multi-disciplinary teams who work together towards the common goal of improving health outcomes of our community members. Services are based in Port Augusta and Whyalla, with regular outreach clinics held in Roxby Downs, Quorn, Hawker, Maree and Leigh Creek. We offer a wide range of centre-based, in-home and community-based services to people of all ages and tailor our services to best meet our client needs. To find out more about the Services at Country Health Connect - Flinders and Upper North Community Health Service | SA HealthAbout Whyalla.pdfRelocation and Accommodation Assistance:Financial assistance for relocation may be available for eligible applicants for appointments prior to 31 December 2026. Further details regarding this can be found hereAccommodation support may be available - conditions applySupport and Training:Supervision – as per the Regional LHN Allied Health Supervision FrameworkAccess to Professional Development fundingSupport with transitioning into professional practice (AHP1) – through the Transition to Professional Practice Program for Allied Health Professionals. Transition to Professional Practice Program for Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) | SA Health Scholarships may be available to undertake a Certificate of Rural General Practice/Graduate Diploma of Rural Generalist Practice via the Allied Health Rural Generalist Pathway (AHRGP) Rural Generalist Program - JCU AustraliaAccess to contextual Aboriginal Cultural Awareness Training (specific to the region) and access to Aboriginal Liaison Officers and Aboriginal Health PractitionersLinks with Rural Support Service (RSS) – for useful resources and professional support and/or Clinical GovernanceAbout the Role:Join our team as an Occupational Therapist (AHP1) and be at the heart of delivering top-notch, community-focused health services under the mentorship of a Senior Occupational Therapist. In this dynamic role, you'll collaborate with a diverse, multi-professional team, including experts from various sectors, to provide a comprehensive range of preventative, early intervention, and therapeutic services. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact and grow professionally in a supportive and integrated environment.As a Rehabilitation Occupational Therapist (AHP2), you'll leverage your clinical expertise and specialized knowledge to design, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive suite of services tailored to the needs of the local community. Working with increased autonomy, you'll also have the opportunity to provide clinical supervision to less experienced allied health professionals, assistants, and students. In this role, you'll collaborate with a diverse multi-professional team and employ a blend of preventative, early intervention, and therapeutic approaches to deliver integrated, high-impact care.Learn more about ourAllied Health workforceLooking for a change in scenery? – Allied HealthAbout You:Must hold a recognised qualification within Occupational Therapy Australia and be eligible for practicing membership of the relevant Professional Association.AHP1:Provide a broad range of clinical services, selecting, adopting and applying methods, procedures and standards which are generally well established and straight forward.Exercise professional judgment within prescribed areas, with support from a Clinical Senior to verify methods and results.Provide straightforward clinical services, including one-on-one, group and health promotion activities.Manage and prioritise personal workload.AHP2:Apply professional expertise, developing generalist/specialist knowledge, clinical competence and experience to provide professional services to client groups in circumstances requiring increasingly complex practice skills.Exercise professional judgment in the selection and adaptation of established methods, procedures, and techniques within the profession.May provide a broad range of clinical and consultative services across a range of service settings, including one-on-one, group based and health promotion activities.Manage and prioritise personal workload and support others in developing workload management plans, including in the allocation of team resources.Please refer to the role descriptions below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)Applicant Information:The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.SA Health Services are required to implement theAddressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.Job Ref: 886993Want To Know More? Contact:Lisa Ryan - Acting Restorative Care Team Leader, 0481 461 912, lisa.ryan@sa.gov.au Application Closing Date: Monday 26th May 2025 - 11.55PMAttachments:886993 AHP1 Role Description.pdf886993 AHP2 Role Description.pdfJCS+Occupational+Therapist+final.pdfAustralian applicant guidelinesInternational applicant guidelinesAdvertised: 28 Apr 2025 Cen. Australia Standard TimeApplications close: 26 May 2025 Cen. 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Apply today!The SA Health Recruitment Drive for Health Professionals has been established to ensure that critical vacancies can be filled by suitably trained, interstate and overseas health professionals.We are seeking expressions of interest from health professionals to fill vacancies across our LHNs and Statewide Clinical Support Services.Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.We are currently seeking applications from Medical Practitioners, Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals.Your chance to join one of the fastest growing health networks in South AustraliaElevate Your Career, Empower Communities: Join Us as a Occupational Therapist. 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