South Western Sydney Local Health District Reference number REQ689435 Occupation Health Clinician Work type Part-Time Location Southern Highlands Salary Information $118162 - $144021 Closing date 13 September 2026 at 11:59pm

Requisition ID: REQ689435 Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, 20 hours per week until 10/09/2028 Remuneration: Dependent on Qualification

- Social Worker Level 3: $61.31 - $63.29 per hour
- Occupational Therapist Level 3: $61.31 - $63.29 per hour

- Clinical Psychologist: $59.59 - $72.64 per hour

- Senior Psychologist : $65.02 - $70.46 per hour

In addition to base salary, all roles attract 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Location: Bowral & District Hospital Applications close: 13/09/2026 Contact: Holly Furness - Director Allied Health on 0457 559 633 | [email protected]

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position.

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a newly established role that will make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families. In this position, you will provide vital support and coordination throughout the patient journey, helping families navigate services and access the care they need. Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team of dedicated Paediatricians, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech Pathologists, and community partners, you will play a key role in shaping positive outcomes and enhancing the overall experience for children and their families.As part of this innovative service, you will have the opportunity to develop and establish effective models of care, evaluate service delivery, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Your work will directly influence the quality of care provided, ensuring that families receive timely support and access to appropriate services. This role offers the unique chance to help build and strengthen pathways that create lasting, positive impacts for neurodiverse children and their communities.

Are You the Right Fit?

We are seeking a passionate and compassionate professional with experience supporting children and families living with neurodiverse conditions, including ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and developmental delays.



You are committed to a family-centred approach and understand the importance of shared decision-making, empowering children and their families to actively participate in care planning and achieve positive outcomes. Your ability to build strong relationships, communicate effectively, and advocate for families will be central to your success in this role.You will also bring a sound understanding of local health and community services, referral pathways, and support networks available to children and families while they await further assessment or intervention.

Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and community stakeholders, you will connect families with appropriate services and resources, helping them navigate complex systems and access timely support. If you are motivated by making a genuine difference and thrive in a collaborative environment focused on improving outcomes for children and families, we would love to hear from you.

Selection Criteria To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

- Relevant qualification/ registration in one of the disciplines outlined in the position description.
- Please outline your experience working with populations with neurodiversity and / or conditions causing developmental delay, your role and the impact you had
- This role will be responsible for the establishment of a new service and assessing its impact. Please outline how you might go about this and how you might feed this back to management
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P. Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment.

Learner's licenses are not permitted.

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.

- Position Information
- Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

- How to Apply

- Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.

- Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

- We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience.



If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [email protected]
- We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

- Aboriginal Workforce

- For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [email protected]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

- Financial Perks
- 12% superannuation
- Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
- Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
- One extra day off each month for full-time employees

- Work-Life Balance

- Adaptable work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

- Grow Your Career

- Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.

- Health & Wellbeing

- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
- Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
- Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

- Vaccination Requirements
- All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.

- Child Safe Employment

- South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Secure 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.

- Temporary Positions

- For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

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