Occupational Therapist

Overview

Be among the first applicants for a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time / Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time / Part Time, and casual appointments with the possibility of extension and / or permanency. The location offers easy access to the Perth Hills and Swan Valley wine region, with a relaxed lifestyle and convenient access from across the metro area. WA Health is committed to diversity and inclusion and to growing the Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

Other Conditions : WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. Applicants may be required to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. A working with children check and a pre-employment health assessment may also be required. Referees may be contacted to comment on integrity and ethical behavior. Adverse information will be considered as part of the appointment process.

This is an open-ended recruitment pool. The panel will monitor applications and assess on a regular basis. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 31 / 10 / 2026.

Position Profile

As part of a multidisciplinary team this role provides Occupational Therapy services and Care Coordination to consumers of the Community Mental Health Service. The Occupational Therapist facilitates and promotes consumer safety and quality of care and practices as an Occupational Therapist in accordance with professional registration requirements, standards, codes and EMHS policies and guidelines.

Area Profile

Midland Community Mental Health Centre (MCMHC) is situated in the heart of Midland and located 17 km from the Perth CBD. It is accessible by public transport and near the Midland Gate Shopping Centre. It is a multidisciplinary tertiary Mental Health Community Service providing specialist Mental Health Care and Care Coordination for eligible consumers aged 18 and over in the Swan / Hills catchment. Multidisciplinary teams work with consumers and their carers to achieve Recovery Goals and return to primary care in the community.

Employee Benefits

• Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave / assistance.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Flexible leave arrangements.
• Other professional and location-based allowances.
• For information on superannuation click here.

Selection Criteria

Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).

For Further Job Related Information

Contact Gail Hogan on 08 9237 8600.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Application Instructions

Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager. Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you meet the position requirements. Attach documents prior to applying online. Allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be asked various questions and must attach documentation.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4 : 00pm will not be accepted. Late or email applications will not be considered.

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