Occupational Therapist (Level1/2) – The Forensic Hospital –Various (PFT – Job share can be considered, TFT, TPT)

Employment Type: Various

Position Classification: Occupational Therapist Lvl 1/2

Remuneration: $79,419 - $92,801 p.a (Pro-rata for Part time) plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: up to 38

Requisition ID: REQ684722

Applications Close: 1st September 2026 at 11:59PM AEST

Position Title: Occupational Therapist (Level1/2) – The Forensic Hospital –Various (PFT – Job share can be considered, TFT, TPT)

If you are passionate about delivering healthcare with the greatest impact, then come and join us at the Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (JHFMHN). We are Just the Place to grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it's needed most!

Justice Health NSW is a challenging yet rewarding place to take your career even further. With industry-leading safety standards, you can focus on doing your best work alongside skilled colleagues while gaining job training to progress your career.

The Role

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the provision and delivery of evidence-based, occupation-focused services in the Forensic Hospital. The Occupational Therapist will conduct discipline specific assessments and interventions within group and individual settings which contribute to the patient’s recovery and community reintegration.

Essential Requirements

Degree in Occupational Therapy.Current unrestricted registration with AHPRA.

Our Location, Team, and Service

The Forensic Hospital is a high-secure forensic mental health facility in New South Wales, operated by Justice Health NSW. This facility provides specialist, therapeutic inpatient care for adults and adolescent forensic, correctional, and high-risk civil patients.

A multidisciplinary team of medical, nursing, and allied health professionals are dedicated to providing a care across the clinical spectrum, from high dependency and acute care, to long stay and rehabilitation care.

While working at the Forensic Hospital you will develop strong professional connections with colleagues and making a positive contribution to vulnerable people. This dynamic work environment is interesting, stimulating, challenging, rewarding and one where you can have a positive impact on the lives of patients and their families.

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Why work with us — Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (nsw.gov.au)

A mandatory and comprehensive two-week, full-time orientation is provided for all new staff at Forensic Hospital. All days are paid. The next intake date will be on 12-23 October 2026.

Salary and Benefits

Your salary plus superannuation is just the beginning. You’ll have access to:

Access to salary packaging benefits.A fitness passport (if you’re eligible) + ADOs (if full-time)Free on-site parking to minimise your commute time.Fantastic training & education opportunities available.

Diversity and Inclusivity

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We employ all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, and people with disability.

We're working with JobAccess and the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) to remove barriers in our recruitment process and build a more inclusive workplace. If you require any adjustments to take part in this recruitment process, we're happy to discuss them with you.

This is also a Targeted Aboriginal Position. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal descent. Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977

Ready to Apply?

The first step is to submit your resume and answers to the following targeted questions:

A Degree in Occupational Therapy and current unrestricted registration with AHPRA. Discuss and demonstrate where you have had to think flexibly and/or creatively to solve a complex problem at work. How did you approach this problem and what was the outcome? Describe a situation where you had to work collaboratively with other clinicians, and what actions you take to foster a healthy team environment.

Need more information?

Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Olivia Leonard on Olivia.Leonard@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close: 1st September 2026 at 11:59PM AEST