Occupational Therapist Level 12

Newcastle - South Africa

Monthly Salary: $ 76364 - 108943

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Join a collaborative team dedicated to helping people rebuild skills confidence and meaningful lives.

Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time until March 2027
Position Classification:Occupational Therapist Level 1/2
Remuneration:$76364 - $108943.00 12% Super Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ640867
Applications Close: Thursday 26 February 2026

Where Youll Be Working

The Intermediate Stay Mental Health Unit (ISMHU) is a 20-bed non-acute mental health rehabilitation unit located on the grounds of James Fletcher Hospital.

ISMHU supports people living with enduring mental health conditions and psychosocial disability. Patients typically stay for 612 weeks to develop practical skills confidence self-awareness healthy routines and meaningful relationships that enhance community participation and quality of life.

The unit is staffed by a collaborative multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high-quality recovery-oriented person-centred and values-based rehabilitation care. The position sits within the Occupational Therapy Department and the broader multidisciplinary team with strong professional and peer support structures in place.

About the Role

This is a 12-month contract position working Monday to Friday 8:00am4:30pm.
The role offers an opportunity to deliver recovery-oriented practice within a structured rehabilitation model. As part of the team you will:
Contribute to multidisciplinary care coordination
Deliver individual and group-based interventions focused on mental health recovery and psychosocial rehabilitation
Conduct and document functional and psychosocial assessments
Support consumers to develop independence daily living skills and community participation
Promote a positive respectful and person-centred workplace culture

What we can offer:

At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where youre challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Youll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
Salary packaging options - up to $11600 plus novated leasing
Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

About You

Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and broader service system
Demonstrates strong organisational and time management skills
Engages confidently with clients families and stakeholders
Adapts well within an evolving workplace environment
You are motivated to grow professionally and develop clinical expertise
Gains satisfaction from working within a rehabilitation and recovery-oriented model of care
This role is well suited to a clinician who values collaboration structured rehabilitation practice and ongoing professional development.

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Information for Applicants:

An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below).Forassistanceaddressing selection criteria visit: Up Websiteis a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information please visit: is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance withNSW Health policy directive PD2024015: Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseasesfor Category A positions prior to new employees must agree tocomply withthe requirements outlined in the policy.
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Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people aligned with NSW Healths commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe supported and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety welfare and well-being of children and young people actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

At Hunter New England Local Health District we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse inclusive and welcoming 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 yourequireany accommodations or adjustments to the recruitmentprocessplease 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

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Join a collaborative team dedicated to helping people rebuild skills confidence and meaningful lives.Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time until March 2027Position Classification:Occupational Therapist Level 1/2Remuneration:$76364 - $108943.00 12% Super Salary PackagingHours Per Week:38Requisition ID...

The Intermediate Stay Mental Health Unit (ISMHU) is a 20-bed non-acute mental health rehabilitation unit located on the grounds of James Fletcher Hospital.

This is a 12-month contract position working Monday to Friday 8:00am4:30pm.
The role offers an opportunity to deliver recovery-oriented practice within a structured rehabilitation model. As part of the team you will:
Contribute to multidisciplinary care coordination
Deliver individual and group-based interventions focused on mental health recovery and psychosocial rehabilitation
Conduct and document functional and psychosocial assessments
Support consumers to develop independence daily living skills and community participation
Promote a positive respectful and person-centred workplace culture

What we can offer:

At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where youre challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Youll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
Salary packaging options - up to $11600 plus novated leasing
Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

About You

Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and broader service system
Demonstrates strong organisational and time management skills
Engages confidently with clients families and stakeholders
Adapts well within an evolving workplace environment
You are motivated to grow professionally and develop clinical expertise
Gains satisfaction from working within a rehabilitation and recovery-oriented model of care
This role is well suited to a clinician who values collaboration structured rehabilitation practice and ongoing professional development.