Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, until 4th July 2027
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Remuneration: $58.95 - $60.86 per hour
Hours Per Week: 24
Location: CCLHD
Requisition ID: REQ642811
Applications Close: Sunday, 22nd March 2026 at 11:59pm
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.
At Central Coast Local Health District, our vision is clear: Trusted care, better health for everyone.
CCLHD is seeking a dynamic, passionate and positive senior (Level 3) Occupational Therapist to support Palliative Care Unit at Gosford Hospital. Structured supervision, mentoring, supported CPD and leadership development are encouraged in this role.
About the Opportunity
In this role you will:
* Deliver compassionate, evidence-based occupational therapy services to patients, carers and families receiving palliative care.
* Demonstrate innovative leadership in team activities and contribute to continuous improvement, professional development and research initiatives.
* Provide advanced, palliative care–specific advice and education to enhance service delivery, while guiding and supporting colleagues across the multidisciplinary team.
* Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated, patient-centred care.
* Provide supervision and professional support to a part-time Diversional Therapist.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.
About You
We are looking for someone who has:
* Current registration to practice as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board (AHPRA), current paid Working With Children Check, and current unrestricted Australian Driver's Licence.
* Advanced clinical skills and experience working as an Occupational Therapist, conducting functional assessments and developing therapeutic care plans to address these needs.
* Demonstrated strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
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?
Katie Hardy
Phone: 0404 099 314
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
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
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-Dean 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.
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.
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