Support older people to live well at home. Join a supportive Aged Care team delivering meaningful community-based OT care
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Remuneration: $116,892 - $120,680 per annum + super + incentives
Location: Taree Community Health Service
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ650917
Applications Close: Monday, 6th April 2026
Where You'll Be Working
This position sits within Aged Care Services across the Lower Mid North Coast (LMNC), with a primary base at Taree Community Health Service. You'll join a friendly and collaborative Aged Care team supported by a highly approachable Service Manager and an experienced Administration Team, enabling you to focus on what matters most - achieving meaningful outcomes for clients.
What You'll Be Doing
In this full-time, community-based role, you'll deliver assessment, intervention, education and advice to older people and their families and carers in their own homes. Working as part of a multidisciplinary Community Aged Care Team, you'll support clients across the Lower Mid North Coast to maintain independence, safety and quality of life.
You'll work closely with a diverse range of professionals including Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Podiatrists, Geriatricians, Nurse Practitioners, Dementia Support staff, Single Assessment Assessors and the Transitional Aged Care Program team.
This role also provides opportunities to build advanced professional capability, including involvement in policy and procedure development and supervision of Occupational Therapy students. You'll be supported to grow within a progressive, innovative service that values quality care, collaboration and professional development.
About You
You are a motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapist who is passionate about supporting older people to live well in their community. You bring sound knowledge and skills in community and aged care and are committed to delivering high‐quality, person‐centred care.
You enjoy working as part of a team, value ongoing learning, and are keen to develop advanced practice skills. You may also be interested in contributing to service improvement initiatives and supporting the development of future Occupational Therapists through student supervision.
Requirements
* Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
* Unrestricted NSW Driver's License required for Community appointments
What We Can Offer You
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
* Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
* Proximity to shopping and other services
* Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work‐life balance
* Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
* Fitness Passport for health and well‐being - discounted gym options for you and your family
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional Information
* * Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part‐time and contract employees will be made on a pro‐rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. Please note: the increased RHWIS allowance is approved until 30th June 2026. Commencement after this date may be subject to change, including the allowance amount for which the candidate may be eligible. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact HNELHD‐RuralIncentives@health.nsw.gov.au.
* An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
* This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
* To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
* We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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For role related queries or questions contact Louise Saville on Louise.Saville@health.nsw.gov.au
Information For Applicants
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.
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