Temporary | Part-Time – 18.75 hours per week | 26 October 2026 to 5 February 2027
· AHP3 | $112,139 - $120,284 p.a. (pro rata)
· 12% Superannuation | Leave Loading | Salary Sacrifice
· Location: Mount Gambier.

About The Role

The Senior Occupational Therapist works as part of the Geriatric Outreach Service (GOS), alongside another Occupational Therapist, Nurse Practitioner and Allied Health Assistant. You will provide specialised Occupational Therapy services to patients with dementia, cognitive impairment or diminished capacity who are preparing to transition from acute hospital settings into residential aged care.

Working collaboratively with acute services, Residential Aged Care Facilities, patients, families and carers, you will undertake assessment, care planning and intervention to support successful transitions and prevent unnecessary hospital transfers. You will also contribute to education, training and support to improve the overall care of patients and residents living with dementia.

The role is based in Mount Gambier, with travel across the Limestone Coast required as part of the position.

About You

You are an experienced Occupational Therapist with advanced clinical skills and demonstrated experience supporting older people with complex needs, particularly cognitive impairment, dementia and changed behaviours. You bring strong clinical leadership, communication and organisational skills and can work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams, acute services and residential aged care settings.

To succeed in the Senior Occupational Therapist – Geriatric Outreach Service role, you will:

· Hold a degree or equivalent qualification which entitles registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia.
· Demonstrate experience in the assessment and provision of high-quality Occupational Therapy services to clients with cognitive impairment, dementia and/or changed behaviours.
· Demonstrate the ability to manage complex cases and provide specialised Occupational Therapy assessment, intervention and clinical advice.
· Have high-level interpersonal and communication skills,



including negotiation, consultation and the ability to establish effective relationships with patients, families, carers and key stakeholders.
· Demonstrate clinical management and leadership experience, including service development, quality improvement and the supervision of students, Allied Health Assistants and junior staff.

About the Geriatric Outreach Service

The Geriatric Outreach Service works across acute hospital and Residential Aged Care Facility settings within the Limestone Coast Local Health Network, with a focus on preventing unnecessary hospital admissions and transfers.

The team reviews and supports patients with dementia or diminished capacity who are preparing to transition into residential aged care. Working collaboratively with acute services and Residential Aged Care Facilities, the team provides assessment, care planning, education, training and support to improve the overall care and wellbeing of patients and residents.

About the Limestone Coast Local Health Network

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) delivers essential health services to more than 67,000 people across South Australia’s south-east, while also supporting communities in Western Victoria. With over 1800 staff and approximately 250 volunteers, LCLHN is a major regional employer committed to safe, high-quality, and community-focused care.

Our services extend from the Victorian border to the iconic Limestone Coast, delivering acute, community, and aged care services across a diverse network of sites. Working at LCLHN means being part of an organisation that plays a vital role in the health and wellbeing of its communities.

Beyond the work,



LCLHN offers an exceptional lifestyle in one of Australia’s most liveable regional destinations, where qualified impact is matched with genuine work–life balance

Why the Limestone Coast Local Health Network?

· Make a meaningful difference as a trusted and valued part of the community.
· Enjoy relaxed, affordable living with access to beaches, national parks, and outdoor adventure.
· Be part of a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture.
· Access professional development, education, and flexible working options.
· Benefit from salary packaging, wellbeing initiatives, and relocation support.
· Live midway between Adelaide and Melbourne, with the best of regional and city life.

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Conditions of Employment

· A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position.
· Immunisation Risk for this position is – Category A.
· SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.

Enquiries

For any enquiries, please feel free to contact

Advanced Nurse Manager
Caitlyn Davey
0419 619 *** or email *************@sa.gov.au and quote role 948822.

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information.

948822 Senior Occupational Therapist - Geriatric Outreach Service.pdf

Applications to be submitted before 11:59pm (ACDT) Tuesday 22nd September 2026

📌 Senior Occupational Therapist - Geriatric Outreach Service (Mount Gambier)
🏢 Limestone Coast Local Health Network
📍 Mount Gambier