Occupational therapist | youth prevention and recovery care (yparc)

Occupational Therapist | Youth Prevention and Recovery Care (YPARC)

Employment Type - Permanent Part Time

Hours per fortnight - 40

Job Category - Allied Health Professional (generic)

• Join an internationally recognised leader in public mental health care.
• Be part of a brand-new Youth Prevention and Recovery Care (YPARC) service.
• Support young people to build independence, wellbeing and recovery skills.

About the role

An exciting opportunity exists for an Occupational Therapist to join Barwon Health's newly established Youth Prevention and Recovery Care (YPARC) service. This innovative 10-bed residential program provides recovery‐oriented, trauma‐informed mental health support for young people aged 16–25 years as an alternative to hospital admission or as a supported transition from inpatient care back into the community.

Working within a 24/7 therapeutic environment, the Occupational Therapist will form part of a multidisciplinary team delivering individual, family and group‐based interventions that support functional recovery, independence and meaningful community participation. The role provides occupational therapy assessment and intervention, contributing to comprehensive assessment, treatment planning and recovery‐focused care that helps young people build confidence, strengthen daily living skills and achieve their personal recovery goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver occupational therapy assessments and evidence‐informed interventions to support recovery, wellbeing and functional outcomes.
• Facilitate individual, family and group‐based therapeutic programmes within a recovery‐oriented and trauma‐informed framework.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary assessment, treatment planning and care coordination to support positive consumer outcomes.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a passionate and recovery‐focused Occupational Therapist who is committed to supporting young people experiencing mental ill‐health. You will bring strong clinical skills, a collaborative approach to multidisciplinary practice and a genuine commitment to person‐centred, trauma‐informed care.

You will also demonstrate:

• Qualification in Occupational Therapy with eligibility for registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (AHPRA).
• Experience or interest in youth mental health, psychosocial rehabilitation and recovery‐oriented practice.
• Strong assessment, intervention and care planning skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with young people, families, carers and multidisciplinary teams.
• A commitment to supporting young people to achieve meaningful participation, independence and recovery.

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
• A vibrant staff wellbeing programme and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Attractive salary packaging benefits
  • Living expenses capped at $9,010
  • Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

• Working with Children Check (if applicable)

Application closing date: Friday 10, July 2026