Senior Occupational Therapist (Lvl 3) Paediatrics - KARI Foundation - Perm/Temp

Requisition ID: REQ682876

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week or Temporary Full Time up to 12 months 

Remuneration: $2,329.84 - $2,405.33 per week + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Liverpool Hospital  

Applications close: 06/09/2026 

Contact: Kristy Holman - Occupational Therapy Team Leader - Paediatrics on kristy.holman@health.nsw.gov.au or call on (02) •••• •414 

Do you want to contribute to the health and wellbeing of your mob? 
 

Achieve Something Great 
KARI Foundation | Make a lasting impact in the lives of Aboriginal children and young people
KARI Foundation is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist (Level 3) to join our multidisciplinary team.KARI Foundation is a respected Aboriginal organisation committed to empowering children, families, andcommunities through holistic, family-centred services.KARI Clinic is a key service within KARI Foundation based in Liverpool in Sydney SouthWest, and provides culturally safe and strengthsbased support for Aboriginal children and youngpeople in Out-of-Home Care and the wider community.

A Unique Partnership with NSW Health
This position is part of a unique partnership between KARI Foundation and the Paediatric OccupationalTherapy team at Liverpool Hospital. The role offers access to professional supervision and clinicalsupport, as well as opportunities to work collaboratively across hospital and community settings to improve outcomes for Aboriginal children and their families. 

Are You the Right Fit? 
As a Senior Occupational Therapist (Level 3), you will provide advanced evidence-based assessment and intervention services to children aged 0-18 years and their families/carers. You will work closely with amultidisciplinary team including Speech Pathologists, Psychologists, Nurses and Caseworkers to deliver holistic care that supports participation, independence and overall wellbeing.

The role will include: 

• Comprehensive developmental and functional assessments Individualised intervention planning 
• Individualised intervention planning 
• Culturally appropriate, trauma‑informed clinical care 
• Working across clinic, school, and community environments 
• Collaborative goal setting with children, carers and families
• Consultation and education with schools and caregivers
• Participation in multidisciplinary care planningClinical leadership and mentoring opportunities
• Clinical leadership and mentoring opportunities 
• Contribution to service innovation and continuous improvement 

Selection Criteria 
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below. 

• This is a Targeted Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Position. If you identify as Aboriginal and/ or Torres Strait Islander, tell us about your mob and connection to culture. If this does not apply to you, please indicate by answering with ‘N/A’.
• Recognised Degree in Occupational Therapy or other qualification deemed appropriate by the employer, and current Occupational Therapy registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated advanced clinical skills in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of occupational therapy interventions for children and young people aged 0–18 years.
• Demonstrated knowledge and or experience in the Occupational Therapy management of Aboriginal children and children in Out of Home Care (OOHC).
• Demonstrated experience in the provision of clinical supervision, mentoring of staff and/or students.

• Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P2). Those who hold a C class license (P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses and P1 are not permitted. 

   

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• Position Information

  • Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

• How to Apply 

  • Read our application guide and tips for improving your application. 

• Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

  • We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact SWSLHD-EmploymentHub@health.nsw.gov.au

  • We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

• Aboriginal Workforce 

  • For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact ••••@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• Financial Perks

  • 12% superannuation

  • Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary

  • Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)

  • One extra day off each month for full-time employees