Occupational Therapist - Victorian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service

Reference Number: 2693

Job Title: Occupational Therapist - Victorian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service 

Employment Type: Fixed Term Part Time - Parental Leave cover until August 2027                                                      

Hours per Fortnight: 48 

Classification: Occupational Therapist Grade 2 (VF6 - VF9)

Location: Graham Street 

Closing date: 07/07/2026

For a confidential conversation please contact: Hilary Sellars on hilary.sellars@gvhealth.org.au
 

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At Goulburn Valley Health we pride ourselves on delivering person-centred care. We aim to enhance patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and ensuring workforce flexibility.

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Are you an Occupational Therapist with an interest in paediatric rehabilitation?

Would you like the opportunity to work with a team of committed, enthusiastic and highly experienced health professionals within a specialist rehabilitation service?

An opportunity exists for a grade 2 Occupational Therapist in the Victorian Paediatric Rehabilitation Service, Goulburn Valley (VPRS-GV). VPRS is specialist assessment and treatment service for children and adolescents who, as a result of injury, medical/surgical event or functional impairment, will benefit from a program of time-limited, goal-focused, multidisciplinary rehabilitation.

This is a 12 month, part time 0.6 EFT parental leave position. Applicants should have relevant paediatric experience and a strong understanding of a) occupational therapy practice in sub-acute and community settings, and b) family centred service within a rural health setting. 

For applicants looking for a full time position the role can be combined with the 0.4 EFT paediatric role at GVH Community Health. Please see the concurrent advertisement.

Position Description: HERE

If qualifications are a requirement for this position, please attach a copy in support of your application. Qualification requirements are outlined in the Position Description under 'Key Selection Criteria'

Why work at GV Health? 

• Free Community Connector Program to personally welcome and connect you to our wonderful community
• Generous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships
• Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals
• A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved ones
• Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts
• Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program

GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. GV Health has zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children.

Pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children's Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by Department of Health. Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request. 

GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements. 

Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.