Occupational Therapist Level 1 / 2
- Mental Health Recovery Unit Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and passionate Occupational Therapist (Level 1/2) who is ready for a new adventure. This is your opportunity to step into a position where you work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team towards making a real impact on mental health consumer care and the wider community. Benefits Financial: 12% superannuation Salary packaging and novated leasing Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff) Relocation Assistance Considerations Work-Life Balance Paid maternity and parental leave (for more information) Generous leave options like long service and carers leave 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 Employment type: Temporary Full time – Part time opportunities until 25 July 2027 with possible extension Position classification: Occupational Therapist Level 1/2 Renumeration: $79,419.00
- $113,301.00 per annum (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable) Hours per week: up to 38 Requisition ID: REQ699682

Location:
Wagga Wagga

About The Role
The Level 1/2 Occupational therapist role within the Mental Health Recovery Unit is an important member of the multidisciplinary team contributing to consumers care within the well-established 8 week voluntary program. The role is an prospect to work with adults from various backgrounds, in an empowering and supportive environment, demonstrating recovery orientated practice and trauma informed care. Within this position, you will be supported by the Mental Health Recovery Unit Level 3 Occupational Therapist, alongside the wider Allied Health team in the mental health inpatient services. Your Responsibilities Will Include.



Delivering high quality recovery services to consumers in accordance with the ethics and standards established AHPRA for Occupational therapists. The Occupational Therapist will provide professional recovery-oriented services to both consumers and families/carers through interventions such as:
• Psychosocial assessment
• Identification of goals
• Motivational interviewing
• Guidance and support to achieve goals
• The provision of information
• Referral and advocacy
• Group program design, implementation, facilitation and evaluation Your contribution as a healthcare professional will have a meaningful and positive impact, which is felt at a community level. Candidates Will Need To Meet The Following Criteria
• A recognised degree in Occupational Therapy and current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
• Good time management skills.
• Passion for helping others.
• NSWWorking with Children Check. More Information
• Download the position description
• Find out more about applying for this position. For role related queries or questions contact Alice Kenny, A/ Manager Mental Health Recovery Unit, on 02 5943 1840 or Alice.
[email protected] Applications close: 18 November 2026 MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community. If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative. This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements is outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have. NSW Health is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

📌 Occupational Therapist (Wagga Wagga)
🏢 Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD)
📍 Wagga Wagga