In-Demand Senior occupational therapist Jobs

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to October 2026) / Job Share Considered
Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Level 3
Remuneration: $58.95 - $60.86 ph (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Negotiable between Dubbo or Northern WNSWLHD, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 16 June 2026 – 11:59pm

Senior Occupational Therapist
Service Delivery Directorate - Child, Youth & Family Division

About the role
We are seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to join the Child Youth and Families Northern Hub Paediatric Occupational Therapy Team. This role supports children ages 0-12 years old with any areas of concern when it comes to activities of daily living including self-care, fine and gross motor skills, play and productivity. You’ll work closely with children, families and teachers to identify goals and provide short term intervention and support to achieve these goals.

The team provides support to children through a wide range of service delivery models including face to face, telehealth and outreach clinics to both individuals and groups across the district.

We are looking for a Senior Occupational Therapist who enjoys working with children and families, values team-based, multidisciplinary care and is interested in community-based paediatric Occupational Therapy.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist to expand their clinical skills, or a Level 2 Occupational Therapist to step into a Senior role and develop their leadership skills.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

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Role-related enquiries: Please contact Emma Marchant on (02) 5853 2500 or at [email protected] for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.

This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).

Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.

Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian

Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.

To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards

For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD

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