Senior Occupational Therapist and Team Leader (Lvl 4) - Acute Neuroscience Team - Perm FT

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Requisition ID: REQ679418 Employment Type: Permanent Full Tme, 38 hours per week Remuneration: $131,585 - $134,775 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Location: Liverpool Hospital Applications close: 09/08/2027 Contact: Josephine Campisi - Deputy Head of Department – Occupational Therapy, Liverpool Hospital | Josephine.Campisi@health.nsw.gov.au | 0423 299 352 Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position. With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia. Achieve Something Great Are you ready to take the next step in your leadership career and make a direct impact on patient outcomes within a large tertiary hospital? As the Senior Occupational Therapist & Team Leader (Level 4), you will provide leadership, guidance, and line management to the Acute Neurosciences Team in collaboration with the Occupational Therapy Managers. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dedicated team delivering high‐quality care across neurology, stroke, neurosurgery, ICU, and in‐reach rehabilitation services. Working in a high‐demand and fast‐paced environment, you will provide clinical supervision, support, and expertise to ensure the delivery of safe, timely, and person‐centred care. You will also play an important role in planning, implementing, evaluating, and reporting on services, using your analytical skills to identify opportunities for improvement in clinical practice and service delivery. * Provide leadership, guidance, and line management of the Acute Neurosciences Team in collaboration with the Occupational Therapy Managers * Deliver clinical supervision, support, and expertise to ensure safe, timely, and high‐quality person‐centred care * Support clinicians working across adult inpatient neurology, stroke, neurosurgery, ICU, and in‐reach rehabilitation services * Be involved in the planning, implementation, evaluation, and reporting of services to support the day‐to‐day functioning of the department * Use your analytical skills to identify opportunities for improvement in clinical practice, service delivery, and patient outcomes Are You the Right Fit? If you're looking for an opportunity to shape service delivery, support the growth of others, and influence the future direction of a specialist clinical team, this role could be the perfect next step in your career. * Keen to take the next step in your career as a Team Leader of a highly performing team in a large tertiary hospital * Use your clinical expertise to supervise, support and guide Level 1/2 clinicians * Extend your leadership and managerial skills * Enjoy working in a fast‐paced environment * Contribute to a collaborative and high-performing team culture Selection Criteria To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below. * Recognised Degree in Occupational Therapy or other qualification deemed appropriate by the employer, with registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) * Demonstrated high level clinical expertise and knowledge of providing occupational therapy assessment and intervention to a wide range of neurological conditions in an acute setting. * Demonstrated experience in the management, clinical supervision and mentoring of staff and/ or students. * Demonstrated experience in implementing the quality improvement process for service evaluation and development, and/or implementing evidence into clinical practice. * Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted. If you’d like more details, we’re here to help. Position Information Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description. How to Apply Read our application guide and tips for improving your application. Diversity, Culture & Inclusion We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.au We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community. Aboriginal Workforce For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website. More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us? Financial Perks 12% superannuation Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff) One extra day off each month for full-time employees Work-Life Balance Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role) Paid maternity and parental leave Generous leave options like long service and carers leave Grow Your Career Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs. Health & Wellbeing Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP) Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance Additional Information Vaccination Requirements All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting. Child Safe Employment South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. Temporary Positions For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements. .