Join a supportive, multidisciplinary team where you’ll make a real difference in the lives of older adults while growing your career.
Remuneration: $56.68 - $58.52 per hour + super
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until June 2026
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Location: Taree Community Health Service
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: REQ605229
Applications Close: Sunday, 21st September 2025
About The Role
This Occupational Therapist position is part of the Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP), a short-term (up to 12 weeks) Commonwealth-funded service supporting older people leaving hospital. The program assists clients who may otherwise require residential aged care but who have the potential to improve their physical, cognitive, or emotional function and wish to remain at home.
Based in Taree within Aged Care Services, our team supports the Lower Mid North Coast region. As the TACP Occupational Therapist, you will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to help clients achieve their goals and safely transition from hospital back into the community. This includes conducting home visits and supporting clients to maintain independence and quality of life.
In this role, you will be well supported by the NUM of TACP & Aged Care Assessment, as well as the Service Manager of Aged Care & Generalist Services. You’ll be part of a collaborative service that includes Administration, Allied Health, Podiatry, and Psychogeriatric & Dementia Support teams, ensuring a strong network around you. To help you thrive, we offer access to online education and opportunities to attend external training, supporting your ongoing professional growth and development.
About You
We are seeking a personable and dedicated Occupational Therapist who is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-focused care. You will bring strong interpersonal skills that enable you to work effectively with older adults in their homes, providing therapy, guidance, and support to help them improve independence and achieve their goals in line with TACP Guidelines.
The successful candidate will be flexible, collaborative, and an excellent communicator, both verbally and in writing. You will thrive in a team environment while adapting to the varied needs of clients. As a Level 3 Occupational Therapist, you will also play a key role in supporting and mentoring junior Allied Health staff, contributing to the growth and strength of the team.
Requirements
Occupational Therapist with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
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. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zeroProximity to shopping and other services4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasingFitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your familyEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Additional Information
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.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 Kerry Hartcher on kerry.hartcher@health.nsw.gov.au
Information For Applicants
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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 Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.