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Occupational Therapist (Homeless Health Outreach Team)
Southport
Provide Occupational Therapy services including assessment and interventions, for people who are homeless (rough sleepers, couch surfers, in emergency accommodation or escaping domestic violence). The position requires Occupational Therapy skills that can be used across a number of environments including outreach, clinic, generic mental health and physical assessment skills.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Health Service Support |
| Classification | HP3 |
| Workplace Location | Gold Coast |
| Job ad reference | QLD/GC681668 |
| Closing date | 13-May-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Mindy Jordan |
| Contact details | (07) 56879650 Access the National Relay Service |
The Role
An opportunity has become available for an Occupational Therapist (Homeless Health Outreach Team) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
- Actively participate and contribute to the functioning of the multidisciplinary team to ensure high level clinical services are provided for consumers
- Undertake routine generic mental health tasks including, but not limited to, mental health assessment, intervention and case management
- Conduct community visits within the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service
- Work collaboratively with non-government agencies such as emergency relief, emergency accommodation, housing, support and counselling agencies and other government agencies such as Housing, Police, Centrelink and Child Safety services
- Develop clinical practice knowledge and expertise through active learning within the team and by engaging in professional development activities
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
- A tertiary degree in Occupational Therapy
- AHPRA Registration
- Driver Licence
- Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
- Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
- Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
- Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
- Flexible work options
- Career Development
- Salary Packaging
- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- Research Opportunities
- 12.75% super
- 17.5% leave loading
Salary
- Permanent full time
- Base salary ranging from $79 051 - $116 189 per annum
About Us
The Homeless Health Outreach Team (HHOT) sits within Mental Health and Specialist Services (MHSS). The HHOT provides services to people who are chronically homeless with complex needs and diverse value systems and do not access standard health services. The HHOT provides education to the non-government sector to build their capacity within the sector to work with this clientele
About Gold Coast Health
- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
- Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Wednesday, 13 May 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC681668
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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