Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community?

We are seeking a highly motivated qualified Occupational Therapists with demonstrated experience in all processes of OT assessment and outcomes in a community setting. We are looking for an Occupational Therapist who has a commitment to their professional development, which we encourage and will support you on your journey. Effective communication and empathy are crucial to this position.

This is a recruitment pool for Permanent Full Time / Part Time and Fixed Term Full Time / Part Time appointments. Fixed Term appointments will be made with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur until 30 April 2026.

What is our Occupational Therapist role?

The role of Occupational Therapist is to provide occupational therapy services to consumers of the Community Mental Health Service; function as a case manager undertaking clinical assessment of an allocated case load of consumers with a mental health condition; plan, implement and evaluate individual and group Occupational Therapy programs using a client centred, recovery focussed model of care; provide specialist occupational therapy consultancy and education to the multidisciplinary team, other agencies and stakeholders.

While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS), we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.

What we offer

NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits (North Metropolitan Health Service - Pay and Benefits) including:

• Generous salary packaging to increase take-home pay
• Professional and career development opportunities
• Diverse and inclusive culture

Want to know more about this role?

We encourage you to contact Liz Shepherd, OT Professional Lead on 08 9489 7200 to discuss how this role aligns with your personal and career interests.

Area Profile

NMHS provides timely access to high quality health care, embracing acknowledged best practice to deliver improved clinical outcomes in the face of rising challenges for all healthcare providers. The NMHS comprises a mix of tertiary, specialist and generalist hospitals. Our north metropolitan catchment area covers almost 1000 square kilometres. Our population represents about 28 per cent of Western Australia’s total, and is projected to grow to more than 0.9 million by 2031. For further information about NMHS visit: http://www.nmahs.health.wa.gov.au/.

NMHS contains Western Australia’s largest Mental Health Service caring for youths, adults and older adults. Services are delivered through inpatient units, community mental health clinics and day therapy and outreach programs to a catchment area of almost 1 million people. State-wide and Tertiary Mental Health Services include research, forensics, neurosciences, art therapy, eating disorders and other specialised services.

We think you’ll like it here

Our employees like working here, and we think you will too. Watch the video to find out what they have to say.

Ready to join our team?

Applicants are required to apply online www.jobs.wa.gov.au so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

The JDF is attached for reference. Your application should include:

• A statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages (as outlined in the attached JDF).
• A Detailed Resume which sets out your qualifications, capabilities and experience relevant to this position.
• References- The names and contact details of two (2) referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to have been a recent supervisor.

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.

NMHS fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.

NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.

NMHS upholds the social model of disability. We welcome applicants who have disability and endeavour to support reasonable workplace adjustments and flexibility. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the NMHS Talent Attraction Group (TAG) at email [email protected].

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.

We look forward to receiving your application.