- Full Time Permanent Postion
- Located at Frankston Hospital
- Classification: Occupational Therapist (Grade 2 Year 1) plus super
The Team & Role
The Grade 2 Occupational Therapy position provides excellent OT services to consumers within our Adult Acute Mental Health Unit. The role requires experience and skills in occupational therapy assessment and intervention for consumers, aged 18+ years, who are experiencing a range of mental health conditions, which may include changes/challenges in many areas of occupational performance and function. Intervention may be on an individual or group basis, and include all areas of occupational performance relevant to the consumer’s identified goals. You will also contribute to and support MDT discussions, meetings, quality improvement opportunities and work with other relevant stakeholders to support high quality care and discharge planning.
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Skills and Experience Required
- Current registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (via AHPRA)
Current Victorian Driver’s Licence
High level skills in the assessment of occupational performance considering physical, cognitive and psychosocial aspects of the person and their environment and determine appropriate intervention in the adult person’s mental health unit.
Demonstrated ability to participate in interdisciplinary team work and discharge planning activities
High level of verbal and written communication skills appropriate for the purpose and intended audience
Demonstrated commitment to professional development and evidence based practice
Demonstrated commitment to own professional supervision
Ability to supervise students, Grade 1 staff and Lifestyle and LeisureEssential: Current registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (via AHPRA)
Our Commitment to You
- A supportive work environment and collaborative culture, promoting teamwork and innovation
- Diverse career pathways, with practical learning & coaching
- Leaders who are passionate and model our core values
- Recognition for the difference you make in our community
Next Steps
Peninsula Health employees; you must click 'employee login' to apply for this position internally.
For role specific information please contact Maeve Kennedy @mkennedy@phcn.vic.gov.au
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact People Experience Team on 9784-2700 (Press 1)
The role ceases advertising on 4 December 2025
*Please refer to salary circular VICTORIAN PUBLIC MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ENTERPRISE AGREEMENT 2020 – 2024 for salary range.
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