MedicalJobsAustralia.com Occupational Therapist

Job no: 955072

Work type: Full time

Located in: South East

Categories: Allied and Scientific Health, Mental Health

Women's and Children's Health Network, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service, Mount Gambier 5291

Salary - AHP2, $94,997.00 - $110,052.00 + 12% Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits

Full Time, Ongoing-Permanent

About WCHN

Join the Women's and Children's Health Network (WCHN), South Australia's leading provider of care for women, babies, children and young people. We're shaping the future of healthcare through compassion, innovation and excellence - with our communities at the heart of everything we do.

What WCHN Can Offer You

Access to salary packaging benefits of up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (e.g. mortgage, rent, utilities, groceries), plus an additional $2,650 each FBT year for meal entertainment expenses.

Access to Fitness Passport (workplace health and fitness program that gives you and your family access to a wide choice of gyms and pools across South Australia.)

Support for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.

Relocation financial support may be negotiated, subject to eligibility. Click here for details and contact the enquires person for further information.

About the role

Join our team supporting children, young people, and families to achieve positive mental health outcomes. As an Occupational Therapist, you will undertake comprehensive assessments, develop evidence-informed formulations, and deliver individual, family, and group interventions.



Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary workplace to provide high-quality, recovery-focused care for young people with complex mental health needs.

Key duties of the role

Undertake the assessment of, and the development of formulations for, both individuals and families, to determine the most appropriate interventions.

Implement individual, family, and-or other group therapies and other specific programs.

Promote access and equity of services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people and their families.

Contribute to the development and sustainability of mental health occupational therapy skills for the needs of specific population groups.

Skills and Experience

Appropriate Degree or equivalent qualification which entitles registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Occupational Therapy Australia.

Demonstrated ability to implement clinical assessments and interventions of a complex nature in relation to children and adolescents experiencing mental health issues.

Demonstrated knowledge of the theory and practice of clinical work within occupational therapy.

Demonstrated competence in occupational therapy assessment and treatment.





Ability to communicate and work with other professionals, facilitate group functions, and work as a team member.

Enquiries can be directed to

Jacqui Hammond

Administration Coordinator

[email protected]

08 7117 7500

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Stay connected with us! Follow WCHN on LinkedIn to keep up to date with new job opportunities and the latest news from across our network - Click Here to join the conversation To learn more about this role - including key selection criteria, special conditions and minimum requirements - please refer to the attached role description and the document checklists below:

AHP2 - Occupational Therapist CAMHS - Role Description - 955072.pdf

Immunisation Requirements Checklist

Applicant Documents Checklist

If you would like further information on applying and winning this role, go to our SA Health Careers Site for the Australian Applicant Guide or if you are an international applicant, check out the International Application Guide.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Application Closing Date: Wednesday 10 November 2027 at 11:55pm

Advertised: 10 Nov 2026 Cen.

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