Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Port Augusta/Whyalla AHP1/2 | Full/Part Time | Temporary (contract up to 12 months) Multiple Positions Available | 2.0 FTE Base Salary Range: $68,478 - $102,240 p.a In addition to base salary, this position attracts Superannuation, Leave Loading and Salary Sacrificing Benefits ( salary packaging ). Join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of patients in our community with your passion and expertise! About Us: The Flinders and Upper North region offers a relaxed lifestyle, breath taking views, endless adventures and friendly and diverse communities. With a short commute to work, you’ll have more time in your day to spend with your family, friends and explore the many attractions of the Flinders and Upper North region. With wide-open spaces, parks and sports and access to many recreational activities, you’ll find something to enjoy outside of work. There is access to public and private schooling, including tertiary education, making it a great place to raise a family. You will become a part of a supportive and welcoming team and have opportunities to work in a variety of settings whilst working across both discipline specific and multi-disciplinary teams. You’ll also have access to continuing education and development opportunities, allowing you to grow your career, all while working to improve community health outcomes and wellbeing. Find out more about working with the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network at: Working at the FUNLHN Want to discover more watch: Come and Discover FUNLHN! FUNLHN Information Page.pdf Service: Allied and Community Health Service Our Allied and Community Health Teams are multi-disciplinary teams who work together towards the common goal of improving health outcomes of our community members. Services are based in Port Augusta and Whyalla, with regular outreach clinics held in Roxby Downs, Quorn, Hawker, Maree and Leigh Creek. We offer a wide range of centre-based, in-home and community-based services to people of all ages and tailor our services to best meet our client needs. To find out more about the Services at Country Health Connect - Flinders and Upper North Community Health Service | SA Health About Port Augusta.pdf About Whyalla.pdf Relocation and Accommodation Assistance: Financial assistance for relocation may be available for eligible applicants for appointments prior to 31 December 2026. Further details regarding this can be found here Accommodation support may be available - conditions apply Support and Training: Supervision – as per the Regional LHN Allied Health Supervision Framework Access to Professional Development funding Support with transitioning into professional practice – through the Transition to Professional Practice Program for Allied Health Professionals (AHP1). Transition to Professional Practice Program for Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) | SA Health Scholarships may be available to undertake a Certificate of Rural General Practice/Graduate Diploma of Rural Generalist Practice via the Allied Health Rural Generalist Pathway (AHRGP) Rural Generalist Program - JCU Australia Access to contextual Aboriginal Cultural Awareness Training (specific to the region) and access to Aboriginal Liaison Officers and Aboriginal Health Practitioners Links with Rural Support Service (RSS) – for useful resources and professional support and/or Clinical Governance About the Role: Under the guidance of the Regional Clinical Senior Occupational Therapist, the Regional CHDT Occupational Therapist (AHP1) will play a key role in delivering a comprehensive range of health services tailored to the unique needs of the local community. As a vital member of a collaborative, multi-professional team, you’ll work alongside health professionals and service providers from diverse sectors to offer a combination of preventative care, early intervention, therapy, and evaluation. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and families, while growing your skills in a supportive, dynamic environment. As a Regional CHDT Occupational Therapist (AHP2) , you’ll bring your clinical expertise to make a meaningful impact on the health and development of children in the community. With the autonomy to plan, implement, and evaluate a range of tailored services, you’ll work closely with a collaborative, multi-professional team to deliver preventative, early intervention, and therapeutic care. As a trusted professional, you’ll also have the opportunity to guide and mentor less experienced colleagues and students, sharing your knowledge to elevate the entire team’s impact. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in shaping positive outcomes for children and their families, while advancing your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment. Learn more about our Allied Health workforce Looking for a change in scenery? – Allied Health About You: AHP1: Must hold a recognised qualification within the Occupational Therapy profession, and be eligible for full membership of the relevant allied health Professional Association. Provide a broad range of clinical services, selecting and applying well-established methods, procedures, and standards. Exercise professional judgment within prescribed areas, with support from a Clinical Senior to verify methods and results. Deliver straightforward clinical services, including one-on-one, group, and health promotion activities. Manage and prioritise personal workload effectively. AHP2: Must hold a recognised qualification within the relevant Allied Health profession, and be eligible for practicing membership of the relevant Professional Association. For those professions requiring Registration, all requirements to obtain and maintain current registration must be fulfilled. Provide professional services to client groups in complex situations, applying both generalist and specialist knowledge. Exercise professional judgment in selecting and adapting established methods and techniques. Offer clinical and consultative services across various settings, including individual, group, and health promotion activities. Manage personal workload and support others in workload management, including resource allocation. Please refer to the role descriptions below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications. Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) Applicant Information: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description. SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 902273 Want To Know More? Contact: Kellie Sarret - A/Regional TL CHDT/NDIS Program, 8648 8327, Kellie.Sarret@sa.gov.au Application Closing Date: Tuesday 3rd June 2025 - 11.55PM Attachments: 902273 AHP1 Role Description.pdf 902273 AHP2 Role Description.pdf JCSOccupationalTherapistfinal.pdf Australian applicant guidelines International applicant guidelines
