Occupational Therapist Graduate - Mental Health
Are you a recently or soon to be graduated Occupational Therapist looking to begin a career in youth and community mental health? Now is your chance - Apply today.
About Barwon Health
Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites.
About the program
Our 2025 Mental Health, Drugs & Alcohol Allied Health Graduate Program has a position available for:
* Occupational Therapist (Grade 1)
Each discipline specific graduate will complete 2 x 6 month rotations across the MHDAS service. The current vacancy is within the youth (Jigsaw) and community team.
About the role
As a Grade 1 Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for beginning level practice delivery of evidence-based discipline specific OT assessment, treatment and support to consumers presenting with mental health and drug and alcohol problems. Duties of your role may include but are not limited to:
* Developing consumer centred care plans
* Provision of discipline specific assessment and intervention plans
* Individual and group service delivery
* Participating in clinical reviews
* Liaising with internal and external services to facilitate care provision
* Keeping accurate clinical documentation
* Providing connections and assistance for consumers and their families to access services that enrich and improve their wellbeing and health.
All allied health graduates will work 8.30-5 shifts alongside a more senior Occupational Therapist. You will enter a well-established multidisciplinary graduate program with opportunities to work and learn alongside fellow graduate nurses, psychologists, social workers and occupational therapists, and will be supported by a large education and training team.
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
About the culture
You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health’s commitment to professional development.
* Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction.
* A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
* Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career.
* Attractive salary packaging benefits.
This role must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and influenza and meet the requirements of the Barwon Health immunisation policy.
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