The Role

An opportunity has become available for a Occupational Therapy Assistant - Senior (Recreation) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 14 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

Utilise advanced level clinical and recreational skills to perform a wide range of intervention and clinical support activities
Ability to acquire high level knowledge and skills in effective behavioural support strategies
Identify and implement changes to the intervention and treatment programs
Ensure patients participate in purposeful occupations including self-care and social/recreational activities

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

One of the following: Certificate IV Allied Health Assistant, Advanced certificate in Disability Studies, Certificate IV in Health and Community Services (Diversional Therapy) or equivalent or higher from a recognised tertiary institution.
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Driver Licence
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading

Salary

Permanent part-time (60.8 hours per fortnight)
Base salary ranging from $39.57 - $43.30 per hour

About Us

The Gold Coast University Hospital Occupational Therapy department is a energetic and rapidly growing service.



The team provide a high standard of clinical service including support to new graduates, student programs and specialty services. Occupational Therapy promotes health and well-being through occupation. The primary goal is to enable people to participate in the activities of their everyday life. This is achieved by using specific activities to enhance their ability to participate or by modifying the physical environment to better support participation. Our mission is to maximise an individuals' level of independence and quality of life to enable meaningful life roles, by the provision of a consumer focused, high quality and holistic occupational therapy service.

About Gold Coast Health

Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Friday, 11 December 2026

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC696626

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📌 Occupational Therapy Assistant - Senior (Recreation) (Gold Coast)
🏢 Gold Coast Hospital & Health Service
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