Job Description

About the role

South West Healthcare (SWH) believes in providing a highly supportive environment for all Graduates that encourages professional development and excellence.  Our aim is to provide clinical structured support during the transition from student to Occupational Therapist.

The Occupational Therapy Graduate is a supernumerary position within our mental health services with dedicated study time and access to our Occupational Therapy Educator.

Position overview

• Full Time, Fixed Term Positions available
• Warrnambool Campus
• Occupational Therapist Grade 1
• Salary Range: $72,363.20 plus per annum, plus superannuation

SWH is offering Full Time, 12-month fixed term positions (80hrs per fortnight with ADO, contract ending after 12 months from commencement)

The successful applicants may be eligible for incentive payments of up to $10,000 for rent, childcare, relocation costs, and more, as part of the Workforce and Incentive Grants Program administered by Rural Agency Workforce Victoria (RWAV).

What you bring

The successful applicant will have excellent written, communication and interpersonal skills and initiative. You will demonstrate a strong commitment to your professional development and remaining customer focused at all times.

You will also have

• A degree in Occupational Therapy 
• Be eligible for AHPRA membership, upon graduating 
• Have graduated in the last 12 months or graduating in 2025 
• Agree to a pre-employment national criminal check, prior to employment  
• Have full Australian working rights 
• Hold a full drivers' license, your own vehicle and comprehensive insurance 

Where we are

Warrnambool is located on Peek Whurrong and Kirrae Whurrung lands of the Eastern Maar/Gunditjmara nations.

A vibrant and dynamic community that is home to over 35,000 people, Warrnambool has an enviable mix of seaside location, culture and heritage while being a contemporary city.

With outstanding access to sporting, education (pre-school to university) and transport facilities you can enjoy a full calendar of events, attractions and social activities for all ages.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community.

SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.

SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.

With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions;
• Internal and external professional development opportunities;
• Ongoing clinical supervision;
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs;
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment
• 5 weeks annual leave per annum pro rata

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 12 January 2025. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check
• Current Immunisation status

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