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Discipline Lead Occupational Therapy
Ipswich
Start a new journey with West Moreton Health! The role provides contemporary, advanced level clinical Occupational Therapy services and discipline specific leadership within community mental health. This role will also hold the portfolio of allied health workforce development for Mental Health, Addictions, Custodial Health and Statewide Services (MHACHSS).
Temporary Full-time opportunity to 31 January 2027!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP5 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - West,Ipswich region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/WM683945_05 |
| Closing date | 09-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | ASAP to 31/01/2027 |
| Contact person | Michelle Giles |
| Contact details | 3813 6240 Access the National Relay Service |
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.
We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.
At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.
As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:
- We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
- We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
- We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.
Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.
To read more on what it's like to work for West Moreton Health:
What it's like to work with us | West Moreton Health
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- Demonstrated advanced level of occupational therapy clinical knowledge, expertise and skill in the area of mental health.
- Demonstrated ability to provide highly qualified expert advice to senior managers and other stakeholders on occupational therapy and broader allied health workforce service needs across mental health services.
- Demonstrated advanced level ability to provide profession specific clinical practice supervision and professional support to occupational therapists of varying levels of expertise and skills together with an extensive knowledge of the Allied Health in Mental Health Supervision Model endorsed by Queensland Health.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute effectively as an Advanced Practitioner to the strategic direction including instituting accountability for healthcare services operating across the HHS or Service Area.
Mandatory Requirements:
- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
- Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association within Australia. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
Why choose us
- Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
- Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
- Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
- Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
- Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
- A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.
To apply
For further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description,#EveryoneIsALeader Framework and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
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