Occupational Therapist (Young Adult and Specialty Services)
Gold Coast Hospital & Health Service – Southport QLD
An opportunity has become available for an Occupational Therapist (Young Adult and Specialty Services) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-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
- Maintain the currency and high quality of professional practice knowledge, skills and expertise by actively contributing to and participating in professional development activities including practice supervision
- Provide a comprehensive and flexible mental health service to young people and their family/carers
- Manage a highly complex caseload with clinical supervision and support based on the level of individual clinical experience
- Participate in the identification, development and implementation of quality and service improvement activities that incorporate family, consumer and carer participation
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
- A tertiary degree in Occupational Therapy
- AHPRA Registration
- 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)
- Flexible work options
- Salary Packaging
- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- 12.75% super
- 17.5% leave loading
- Permanent part time (60 hours per fortnight)
- Base salary ranging from $42.27 - $60.89 per hour
About Us
Gold Coast Young Adult and Specialty Mental Health Services is a part of the Mental Health and Specialist Services Division. The Young Adult and Specialty Services Continuing Care Team is a multi- disciplinary, multi-specialty team within the Gold Coast Child and Youth Mental Health Service operating across the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service to provide multispecialty mental health intervention to young people aged 18-21 years.
About Gold Coast Health
- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- 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
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: GC696418
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Occupational Therapist (Young Adult and Specialty Services) employer: Gold Coast Hospital & Health Service
Gold Coast Health is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in the vibrant Gold Coast region. With a focus on employee growth, we provide extensive professional development opportunities, competitive salaries, and a range of benefits including generous superannuation contributions and work/life balance initiatives. Join our dedicated team and make a meaningful impact on the health and wellbeing of our community while enjoying the unique lifestyle that the Gold Coast has to offer.
Contact Details:
Gold Coast Hospital & Health Service Recruitment Team
