Occupational Therapist (Grade 1)
- Location: Melton
- Employment Type: Fixed Term, Full Time
- Salary: Grade 1
About the role:
The Graduate Occupational Therapist position is part of the Occupational Therapy and Social Work Mental Health Graduate Program. This program, facilitated by clinical educators, includes orientation, foundational mental health training, ongoing supervision, monthly professional development and peer support days, as well as individualized support to develop a plan for achieving mental health competencies as outlined in the Statewide Graduate Occupational Therapy Competencies for Mental Health.
The Outer Community team provides services to people in Melton including case management, acute community intervention and the intensive support program.
Key responsibilities:
- Performing case management and discipline specific duties as an entry-level Occupational Therapist within the Outer Community Team as part of the graduate program within the Mental Health and Wellbeing Service
- Supporting a caseload of consumers through assessment of their recovery and wellness needs, coordination of care, referral to relevant services and supports and discharge planning and support
- Working closely with the medical treating team and where required other members of the multidisciplinary team and external services to ensure the consumers holistic health care needs are met
- Provision of occupational therapy discipline specific assessment and interventions (individual and group based) to consumers, including those referred by other case managers
About you:
- An approved degree in Occupational Therapy
- Current or Pending registration with AHPRA
- Entry-level knowledge of occupational assessment, intervention planning, and group work
- A willingness to learn and apply evidence-based OT approaches in mental health
- Flexibility and enthusiasm for learning, and adapting to meet evolving consumer needs
About Western Health:
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.
With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centred care across every life stage.
We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges.
Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.
Why join us?
Compensation and benefits
- Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
- Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
- Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
- Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
- Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
- Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
- Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
- Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
- Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
- Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
- Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
Closing date: 11:59pm on 17 October 2025.
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Cassie Low via email Cassie.Low@wh.org.au.
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.