Position Profile
Senior Occupational Therapist – key leadership role within the Broome Mental Health Unit (BMHU). Responsible for coordinating, planning, delivering and evaluating patient‐centred therapy programmes. Provide advanced clinical assessment, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions for individuals and groups. Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team and Aboriginal Liaison staff, plan and facilitate culturally appropriate client activities to support recovery and wellbeing. Provide expert guidance on NDIS access and referral pathways.
Area Profile
WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia, delivering health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people. WACHS Kimberley, the northernmost region, comprises six hospitals, an inpatient mental health unit, three community directorates and a corporate office, and focuses on Aboriginal health and community services.
Employee Benefits
* 12% employer‐contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.
* Access to generous salary packaging arrangements.
* Professional development opportunities and study leave assistance.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Other professional and location‐based allowances.
* Discounts across private health care funds.
Eligibility
Applicants must have a valid working visa for fixed‐term appointments or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or hold a visa that allows indefinite stay in Australia.
Conditions of Appointment
WA Health requires criminal record screening and integrity checks; may also require a working‐with‐children check and a pre‐employment health assessment. The offer of employment is conditional on a satisfactory Pre‐Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). The selection process may be used for similar vacancies.
EEO Statement
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination. Applications are strongly encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities. The service supports flexible working practices, a smoke‐free environment, and an inclusive workforce.
Application Process
Applicants should write a statement addressing the selection criteria in 2–3 pages and provide a detailed CV summarising experience and how they can meet the position requirements. Ensure all documentation is attached before applying online; applications after 4:00 pm will not be accepted.
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