Occupational Therapist - Mental Health Inpatient Units
Employment Type
: Temporary Full Time (up to 29 October ****) (Job share may be considered)
Position Classification
: Occupational Therapist Level 1
Remuneration
: $79,****** - $92,****** pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options )
Location:
Dubbo NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week:
38
Applications Close:
10 October *********:59pm
Occupational Therapist – Mental Health Inpatients Unit
Mental Health Drug & Alcohol, Dubbo
About the role
Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day?
Join the passionate multidisciplinary team at the
Dubbo Mental Health Inpatient Units
and play a vital role in supporting people through some of the most challenging times in their lives.
As an Occupational Therapist, you will work alongside consumers, families and experienced mental health professionals to deliver recovery-focused care that promotes wellbeing, independence and meaningful life participation.
In this diverse and rewarding role, you will provide occupational therapy assessment and intervention, contribute to care planning, facilitate therapeutic programs, and support consumers to achieve their recovery goals within an acute inpatient setting.
Every day brings new opportunities to build therapeutic relationships, apply evidence-based practice and make a positive impact on consumer outcomes.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Occupational Therapist who thrives in a cooperative team environment and is passionate about mental health care.
You'll be encouraged to bring fresh ideas, contribute to service development and help shape the future of mental health services across our district.




Helping you Move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations.
The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections.
Find out more at The Welcome Experience
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health.
To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website .
Early in your career?
Get AHEAD!
Kick-start your career with
Western NSW LHD's Allied Health Early Accelerated Development (AHEAD) Program
.
This unique program provides early-career allied health professionals with:
Support
as you commence your role and throughout your first two years in the District
Connection
with a peer network of allied health professionals
Professional education
and interdisciplinary workshops building professional capability in a range of areas, including leadership and quality improvement
Career development opportunities
both within and beyond the program
The AHEAD program is open to early-career allied health professionals in Western NSW LHD.
Find out more here: AHEAD program information




All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position.
This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26.
Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
This recruitment may be used to create an
Eligibility List
for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace.
Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU).
This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care.
All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse.
For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging.
As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales.
It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.
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📌 Occupational Therapist - Mental Health Inpatient Units (Dubbo)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 Dubbo