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Occupational Therapist (Mobile Intensive Rehabilitation Team)
Southport
Provide clinical mental health services in the areas of assessment, treatment and care planning, intervention and evaluation to consumers and their families who present to Gold Coast and Hospital Health Service (GCHHS) with complex emotional and behavioural mental health needs.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP3 |
| Workplace Location | Gold Coast |
| Job ad reference | QLD/GC682739 |
| Closing date | 25-May-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Suzanne Fulford |
| Contact details | (07) 5687 9600 Access the National Relay Service |
The Role
An opportunity has become available for an Occupational Therapist (Mobile Intensive Rehabilitation 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
- Provision of care delivery in a variety of hospital and community settings including at external venues, consumers home address and at staff-based clinic
- Provide comprehensive care to consumers with an acute mental health issue including mental health risk assessment and risk management plans
- Utilise clinical skills commensurate to individual level of experience
- Deliver occupational therapy/psychology/social work clinical services within the multidisciplinary team in accordance with prescribed professional and ethical standards
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
Mobile Intensive Rehabilitation Service (MIRT) is a highly responsive, assertive treatment and recovery orientated multidisciplinary service, aimed at improving the quality of life for consumers with complex and enduring mental illness/mental health needs requiring intensive rehabilitative intervention in the community. MIRT assists with the development or re-engagement with meaningful life roles for consumers, with an explicit belief that people can, and do recover from mental illness. This service provides a recovery-oriented approach that is person-centred, strengths based, collaborative and empowering. There is an emphasis on consumer choice, building resilience and enhancing opportunities for social inclusion.
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 Monday, 25 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: GC682739
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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