What Makes Geraldton APU Unique
* A therapeutic environment designed for safety, dignity, and healing
* Embedded Safewards model to foster mutual support and reduce conflict
* Strong focus on Aboriginal cultural safety, lived experience, and community partnerships
* Opportunities for clinical training, supervision, and career development
* A commitment to minimising restrictive practices and promoting recovery
Job Summary
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Senior Occupational Therapist to join our team at the new Geraldton Health Campus Redevelopment. The opportunity is in our Midwest Mental Health and Community Alcohol and Drug Service (MMH & CADS). The Geraldton Acute Psychiatric Unit (APU) is building a multidisciplinary team grounded in trauma-informed, person-centred, and culturally safe care. We're inviting passionate professionals to join our team and be part of a service that values hope, empowerment, and recovery.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the overall coordination, planning, delivery and evaluation of a culturally safe and patient-focused Occupational Therapy program in the Geraldton APU. Provides advanced level assessment, treatment, planning and therapeutic interventions for individuals and groups. Plans and facilitates client activities in collaboration with other multidisciplinary team staff of the APU. Provides support and supervision to the Occupational Therapist and Therapy Assistant.
Application Requirements
* A detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role.
* A cover letter including a summary of your Occupational Therapy experience, relevant to the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
* The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees – preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager.
What we offer
* Generous Salary Packaging Benefits
* Continuous learning opportunities
* WACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally appropriate.
* As a WA Country Health Service employee you're entitled to discounts across some private health care funds. Please see attached flyer for further details.
Eligibility to Apply
To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).
Selection Criteria
Please see the attached Job Description Form.
Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA)
We require completion of a satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future. Under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, we encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).
Additional Conditions
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke-free environment across all buildings, grounds, and vehicles.
Area Profile
The Midwest health region of Western Australia covers more than 600,000 square kilometres, nearly one fifth of the State, with its population concentrated along the coast. The region is located in the northern middle section of Western Australia and incorporates four health districts – Gascoyne, Geraldton, Midwest and Murchison. The $188 million redevelopment of Geraldton Health Campus is an investment in the Midwest, delivering: an expanded emergency department; a new intensive care unit and new high dependency unit; a new integrated mental health service inclusive of an adult mental health inpatient unit and a mental health short stay unit; a reconfigured main entry. A community reference group with local consumers, staff and representatives helped inform the architectural drawings and shaped cultural recognition of the traditional land owners as well as representation of regionally significant landmarks and industries in the new facility.
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