Role Title: CCLHD - Occupational Therapist Level 1/2 - Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP)
Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time until June 2026
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1
Remuneration: $1463.51 - $1710.12
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Central Coast
Requisition ID: REQ641389
Applications Close: Sunday, 8 March 2026 at 11:59pm
Make a meaningful difference supporting older people to regain independence and achieve their goals following hospital discharge within our Transitional Aged Care Program.
About the Opportunity
The Occupational Therapist Level 1 will deliver high quality, client centred services within the Transitional Aged Care Program across community and residential settings. This time-limited, goal-oriented program supports older people at the end of a hospital episode to optimise function and plan for longer term care needs. This role will work closely with other teams within the Directorate including CAH (Community Allied Health). In this role you will:
• Provide comprehensive assessment and evidence-based intervention to optimise functional capacity and support the restorative process.
• Develop and implement goal-directed treatment plans in collaboration with clients, carers and the multidisciplinary team.
• Support clients to access and finalise appropriate longer term care arrangements where required.
• Apply professional judgement in clinical decision making and seek guidance from senior clinicians as appropriate.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, professional supervision and adherence to professional, legal and ethical standards.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description
About You
We are looking for someone who has:
• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy and current registration with AHPRA.
• Demonstrated experience in aged care, rehabilitation, chronic disease or dementia care.
• Proven ability to conduct standardised and non-standardised assessments and deliver targeted interventions.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage clients with cognitive or functional challenges and their carers.
• Ability to prioritise workload, work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and commit to ongoing professional development.
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
Benefits
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial Benefits: Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & Wellbeing: Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Career Growth: Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
Need More Information?
Stephen Macvean
Phone: 0436 463 235
Email:
Click here to find out more about applying for this position.
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Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
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Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You're also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at or call 02 4320 3519 for one-on-one support.
Vaccination Requirements
All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:
* Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
* Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.
Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
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