Occupational Therapist- Mental Health

Queensland Government

  • Brisbane, QLD
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • Just now
Deliver high quality, evidence based Occupational Therapy clinical services as a member of a multidisciplinary team to residents with severe and complex mental illness.Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support
Classification HP3
Workplace Location Brisbane - North
Job ad reference QLD/MH659050
Closing date 19-Sep-2025
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Salary Other
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Contact person Thomas Redfern
Contact details 07 3857 9209
Access theAbout the roleIt is the purpose of this role to deliver high quality, evidence based Occupational Therapy clinical services as a member of a multidisciplinary team to residents with severe and complex mental illness in a specialised residential facility to facilitate rehabilitation, recovery, and transition to independent living.About youOur ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
  • As experience builds, apply increasingly independent clinical judgement to more complex clinical decision making under the clinical practice supervision or professional guidance of a more senior clinician commensurate with level of knowledge and clinical expertise.
  • Provide occupational therapy advice and education to the multidisciplinary team, operational supervisors, and key stakeholders regarding professional standards and clinical service development and contribute to the development of treatment, discharge plans, and service provision commensurate with level of experience.
  • Participate in the development of clinical practices, procedures and protocols and other quality and service improvement and research activities to continually improve consumer care.
  • Apply a developing knowledge of mental health legislation and policy (including Mental Health Act 2016 and the National Mental Health Standards) to facilitate the delivery of coordinated and integrated services.
Health EquityIt is expected that all Metro North Health staff, including the incumbent of this role as a valuable member of the Metro North workforce, contribute to the health equity agenda and meet the intent of supporting the defined six actions that specifically meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (NSQHS), by actively supporting the elimination of racial discrimination and institutional racism; supporting increased access to health care; influencing the social, cultural and economic determinants of health; supporting the delivery of sustainable, culturally safe and responsive health services; and recognise the importance of working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and organisations to design, deliver, monitor and review the health and support services we provide.Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.Benefits when working for Metro North Allied Health
  • Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
  • Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of 12.75% and access to generous
  • Additional entitlements for employees (casual employees excluded) may include sick leave, carer's leave, long service leave, paid parental leave, leave without pay to travel, professional development allowance and leave
  • 5% annual leave loading with up to 27.5% for shift workers
  • Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
  • Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here:Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTEDFurther informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.Role DescriptionApplication KitApplication Kit

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