Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1/2
Remuneration: $38.51 - $54.94 per hour (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Cowra, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 32
Applications Close: 6 May 2026 – 11:59pm
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Occupational Therapist
Cowra Health Service / Grenfell Multi Purpose Service
About the role
Join our supportive Community Health team and make a real difference in people's lives!
We have an exciting opportunity available, seeking to fill a permanent part time role, 4 days per week. This rural generalist Level 1/ 2 OT role is based at Cowra and involves structured clinical outreach to Grenfell, combined with protected supervision and mentoring from a Level 3 OT. The role offers a varied caseload including community adults, paediatrics, inpatients, and palliative care, ensuring professional growth while delivering client-focused care.
Why You'll Love This Role
· Work in a friendly, multidisciplinary team: Senior OT, physiotherapy, speech pathology, social work, and nursing
· Engage in meaningful work across all age groups and settings
· Enjoy a relaxed rural lifestyle with a strong sense of community
· New graduates supported via the award-winning AHEAD program for structured orientation, mentoring, and professional development.
You will have Current AHPRA registration, strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills, be an effective communicator and collaborative team player who is organised, adaptable, and committed to client-centred practice.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
Early in your career? This position helps you to get AHEAD!
Western NSW LHD's Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program is a unique opportunity to kick-start your career.
AHEAD is a two-year program exclusive to Western NSW LHD that provides you with:
- A supported transition to practice: Join a multidisciplinary peer network, receive regular clinical supervision, and access mentoring and additional program supports.
- Professional skill development: AHEAD's interdisciplinary education program builds capability in a range of professional areas, including early leadership and multidisciplinary practice. You will also undertake a quality improvement project in your second year.
- Career development: AHEAD is committed to your career development both within and beyond the program. Learn about allied health career pathways and opportunities for progression.
The AHEAD program is open to all Level 1 allied health professionals employed under the NSW Health Professionals (State) Award, and early-career allied health professionals employed under other relevant Awards (e.g., Pharmacy, Psychology, MRS (State) Awards – participation in the AHEAD Program will be discussed as part of the recruitment and on-boarding process).
Hear from our early-career clinicians: WNSWLHD Allied Health Rural Graduate program
If you have any questions or would like further information about the AHEAD Program, contact Molly Banks (A/WNSWLHD AHEAD Coordinator): E:, M: 0498 329 145
Helping you Move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience
To apply for this role:
· Click 'Apply'
· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
· Upload your current resume
· Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Brenda Hurst, Primary & Community Health Manager on (02) 5338 5600 or at for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
· Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
· Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD