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Manager (Grade 5), Occupational Therapy

Barwon Health -
Geelong VIC

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Job Details

Permanent | Full-time
14 days ago

Benefits

Extended annual leave
Employee assistance program
Salary packaging

Qualifications

AHPRA registration
Clinical experience
Working with Children Check
Leadership
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Employment Type - Permanent Full Time

Hours per fortnight - 80

Job Category - Other Professionals - Occupational Therapy

Req Id - 8484

HAVE IT ALL
JOIN OUR ALLIED HEALTH TEAM NOW!

Lead a large, innovative team working across the continuum
Expand and consolidate your leadership skills with a dynamic interdisciplinary allied health team
Permanent full-time, 80hrs/fortnight, ADOs, 5 weeks leave & salary packaging

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced Occupational Therapist to join Barwon Health as Manager Occupational Therapy.

In this senior leadership role, you will provide operational and professional leadership to Occupational Therapy services across Barwon Health. You will oversee a large and diverse workforce, driving service excellence, workforce development, clinical governance, quality improvement and innovation initiatives.

The role entails operational leadership for over 40FTE across The University Hospital Geelong and McKellar Centre. while also providing professional leadership to Occupational Therapists working across primary care, mental health, community and home based programs through strong collaboration with team leaders and program managers.

You will also oversee the Occupational Therapy student education program, support research and professional development activities, and contribute as a key member of the Allied Health leadership team through involvement in strategic planning, organisational committees and service improvement initiatives.

Key responsibilities

Provide strategic, professional and operational leadership for Occupational Therapy services across Barwon Health
Lead clinical governance, quality improvement and service development initiatives to ensure safe, contemporary and evidence-based care
Manage workforce planning, staff development, performance management and succession planning within the Occupational Therapy service
Oversee financial and resource management, service planning and stakeholder engagement to support organisational objectives

What we’re looking for

Tertiary qualification in Occupational Therapy with current AHPRA registration and eligibility for membership with Occupational Therapy Australia
Extensive clinical and leadership experience within a large and complex health service environment
Strong understanding of clinical governance, workforce management, quality improvement and strategic service development
Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to drive innovation and positive change within multidisciplinary teams

About the facility

Barwon Health Occupational Therapy Services provide leadership and excellence in clinical practice, education, research and service development across acute, subacute, community, ambulatory and mental health settings. Occupational Therapists work collaboratively to support patients to maximise independence, safety and participation in daily living activities.

Services are delivered across University Hospital Geelong, McKellar Centre, community programs, ambulatory care and mental health services, supporting a broad and diverse patient population.

Position Description

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

Barwon Health staff benefits

Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Extensive professional development opportunities
Attractive salary packaging benefits
- Living expenses capped at $9,010
- Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click here

Diversity and inclusion

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child safety

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards

Additional information

If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]

All appointments are subject to:

Satisfactory Police Record Check
Immunisation Status Clearance
Working with Children Check (if applicable)

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.

Contact person: Fiona Brennan
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0437 315 129

Application closing date: 14, June 2026

Internal applicants:
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the employee login on the external careers page or access the careers cage through One Point (intranet) before applying.

Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.

Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.

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