Occupational Therapist - Aged Care Services

Occupational Therapist - Aged Care Services

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Occupational Therapist - Aged Care Services

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Community-based care. Real impact. Professional growth.

Remuneration : $58.95 - $60.86 per hour + superannuation

Employment Type : Permanent Full Time

Position Classification : Occupational Therapist Lvl 3

Location : Taree Community Health Service

Hours Per Week : 38

Requisition ID : REQ630485

Applications Close : Thursday 15th January 2026

Where you'll be working

This role is based within Aged Care Services in the Lower Mid North Coast (LMNC), with the primary location at Taree Community Health Service.

You will be part of a welcoming and supportive Aged Care team led by a highly supportive Service Manager, with strong backing from a skilled Administration Team, allowing you to focus on delivering the best possible outcomes for your clients.

What You'll Be Doing

In this full-time, community-based role, you will provide assessment, intervention, education and advice to older people and their families / carers in their own homes as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary Community Aged Care Team across the Lower Mid North Coast.

You will collaborate closely with a broad range of Allied Health and medical professionals, including Speech Therapists, Physiotherapists, Podiatrists, Geriatricians, Nurse Practitioners, Dementia Support staff, Single Assessment Assessors and members of the Transitional Aged Care Program.

The role also offers opportunities to develop advanced professional skills, including contributing to policy and procedure development and supervising Occupational Therapy undergraduate students, within a progressive and innovative team that values professional growth and high-quality care delivery.

About You

You are a passionate and motivated Occupational Therapist who is eager to make a meaningful impact in your local community. You bring appropriate knowledge and skills in community and aged care and are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

You enjoy working collaboratively, value continuous learning, and are interested in developing higher-level skills, including contributing to service improvement and supporting the next generation of 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

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Additional Information

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For role related queries or questions contact Louise Saville on

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 : 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.

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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 for confidential support.

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