Occupational Therapist Level 1/2, Older Adult Mental Health - St George Mental Health Service
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1, Occupational Therapist Level 2
Remuneration: $38.51 - $45.00 per hour, plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: REQ647304
Location: Caringbah, Sydney
Applications close date: 22 March 2026
Come Work With Us!
Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist who enjoys working with persons over 65 years old? We are seeking passionate, committed and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist who has the confidence and ability to make autonomous decisions and work collectively within the Multidisciplinary team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a reputable service and great chance for career progression.
As an Occupational Therapist within St George Mental Health Service you will be working with the MDT in order to provide innovative, compassionate and recovery focused care to an older persons client group.
For more information we encourage you to contact Lara Coates on
Interviews are expected to be held between 30 March 2026 and 2 April 2026.
Learn more about us here: South Eastern Sydney Local Health District
Where you'll be working
Older Persons Mental Health, St George Mental Health Service, located on the St George Hospital campus, Kogarah
Additional Information and Benefits
* An eligibility list may be created for future Permanent Part Time positions
* Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
* Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
* Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
* Discounted Private Health Insurance.
Selection Criteria:
* Qualifications in accordance with Schedule C of the NSW Health Service Health Professionals (State) Award and AHPRA.
* Demonstrated core competency skills in Aged Care and/or Mental Health in regards to functional assessments and interventions in older people with cognitive and/or mental health problems.
* Experience working in mental health, with a commitment to the principles of a consumer focused recovery oriented approach.
* Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills, and the ability to proactively engage with patients to enhance service delivery.
* Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and to exercise independent professional judgement on routine matters, commensurate with years of experience.
* Computer skills and the capacity to use health information systems.
* Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement and evidence based practice, including planning, implementing and evaluating individual and group interventions.
* Current unrestricted Class C Drivers Licence.
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Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.
We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristic including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.
Reasonable Adjustments
NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email and let us know.
Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.
Information for applicants:
* An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
* Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
* Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
* Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer
* We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support () and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website