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- Employee benefits including retail and gym discounts
- Fixed Term Full time poistion until May 2026
- Classification: Occupational Therapist - Grade 2 (Year 1-4)*
On 1 January 2026 five health services (Kooweerup Regional Health Service, Peninsula Health, Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health and Gippsland Southern Health Service) will come together to create Bayside Health. A newly merged health service with more than 22,000 employees caring for a community of over 1.2 million Victorians.
The new health service will provide people with the best possible care with services that support them throughout their lives. The merger will also strengthen our workforce, providing new training, education and career opportunities. Subject to final approval on 1 January 2026, all employees from the five health services will transfer to Bayside Health.
Who We Are and What We Stand For
Peninsula Health is the major metropolitan health service caring for a community of over 300,000 people. Our Mission is to strive for healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care. To realise this mission we need people who seek a sense of achievement, take an interest in their individual growth, enjoy innovation, look for ways to improve and have a passion for communicating and connecting with others. In representing Peninsula Health, we expect all employees and volunteers to reflect our values: Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Open and Honest, Be Compassionate and Respectful and Be Collaborative. We are One Peninsula Health.
What You Will Be Doing
The Allied Health Outreach Grade 2 Occupational Therapist works with eligible consumers under the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP), Support at Home (SAH) and Home and Community Care Program for Younger People (HACC), providing comprehensive assessment and goal directed care planning to maximise independence and safety in the home and community. The Allied Health Outreach Occupational Therapist is involved in specialist recommendations regarding assistive equipment and home modifications; offering holistic support and education to clients and their carers; the delivery of episodic care and management of referrals to appropriate services and programs.
For more information please refer to the Position Description
What You Need
We anticipate you will have:
- Current registration with the Occupational Therapy Board of Australia (via AHPRA).
- Sound knowledge of current Occupational Therapy theory and practice.
- Understanding of client self-management principles, the Commonwealth Reablement Model and Victorian Active Service Model.
- A strong interest in working with clients in their home and/or community environment.
- Current Victorian drivers licence
What Next
If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact 9784-2700 (Press 1).
For role specific information contact Lorraine Turner on 59702017
The role ceases advertising on 21st October 2025.
Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Additional Requirements
Peninsula Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with disabilities.
To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/
*Please refer to Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026
salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience.
It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations.
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