Occupational Therapy Assistant

Bring your energy and compassion to a team that supports, values, and inspires you every day.Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until April 2026 Position Classification: Allied Health Assistants Remuneration: $60,747.33 - $68,682.12 per annum + super + salary packaging Location: Greater Newcastle Mental Health Service Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ597268 Applications Close: Thursday, 4th September 2025 About Us Join the Greater Newcastle Mental Health Service and make a real difference in people’s lives. Our team is based at James Fletcher Hospital and Charlestown sites, and we’re looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant to become part of our passionate multidisciplinary team. You’ll be supported in a collaborative, innovative, and caring environment where staff are valued, and clients receive the highest standard of mental health care. About The Role In this role, you’ll work under the guidance of experienced Senior Occupational Therapists and alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced mental health environment, bringing energy, adaptability, and a team-first approach. The ideal candidate will feel confident working both independently and collaboratively, maintaining a strong focus on delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care. Newcastle Community Mental Health Service offers an exceptional orientation program, ensuring a smooth transition into your role. We place a strong emphasis on supervision, education, and training, providing robust support to help you excel and develop professionally. Requirements

• To meet the requirements for Level 2: demonstrated experience working as an Allied Health Assistant Level 1 for a period of 12 months or more and / or Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance (or equivalent qualification).
• If applicant is unable to demonstrate these requirements, applicant will commence service at Level 1.
• If applicant has completed a Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance they will be classified as an Allied Health Assistant Level 3.

What We Can Offer You At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
• Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 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

Additional Information

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

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For role related queries or questions contact Adam Heuston on Adam.Heuston@health.nsw.gov.au Information For ApplicantsApplicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2 Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUpThis 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 Diseasesfor Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.