Occupational Therapist Level 1/2, Inpatient Mental Health (Casual Pool) - Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Service
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1/2
Remuneration: $38.51 - $54.94 per hour, plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: As required
Requisition ID: REQ643945
Location: Randwick, Sydney
Applications close date: 8 March 2026
Come Work With Us!
A unique opportunity exists for Occupational Therapists to join our inpatient mental health service casual pool. We are looking for OTs to work casual shifts and compliment our supportive multidisciplinary team and provide innovative programs for our consumer group.
As a casual, you can work as much or as little as you like to fit in with your lifestyle and committments!
We are seeking passionate, committed and enthusiastic Occupational Therapists who have 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 inpatient experience.
This role will help plan, coordinate and deliver high quality occupational therapy support to the consumers of the inpatient mental health services consistent with South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) policies, procedures and standards.
For more information we encourage you to contact Deirdre Carberry on
Learn more about us here: South Eastern Sydney Local Health District
Where you'll be working
Inpatient Mental Health Units, ESMHS, located on the Prince of Wales Hospital campus, Randwick.
Additional Information and Benefits
* An eligibility list may be created for future casual 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:
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible.
* Qualifications in accordance with Schedule C of the NSW Health Service Health Professionals (State) Award and registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.
* Demonstrated core competency skills in developing and delivering Occupational Therapy based individual programs and therapeutic groups.
* Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills, and the ability to proactively engage with patients/clients 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.
* Demonstrate a sound understanding of technology relevant to the work unit and comply with information and communications security and acceptable use policies.
* Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement and evidence based practice and a commitment to ongoing clinical and professional learning.
* Current NSW Driver’s Licence or willingness to travel.
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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