Embark on a rewarding career and be part of a team where your dedication makes a difference in people’s lives. 

 About the Role

Join our team as an Occupational Therapist (Grade 4) within Older adult Mental Health inpatient Unit on a part time (0.4 FTE) ongoing basis in Unit 3, Dandenong Hospital.

In this role, you will work within the multi-disciplinary team and be accountable for the provision of effective Occupational Therapy services to consumers, carers and the inpatient team using assessments and individual and group interventions. Responsibilities will include:

• Work independently to deliver evidence-based assessment, therapeutic care, and discharge planning that supports recovery and wellbeing.
• Provide specialist advice and guidance to colleagues to enhance person-centred mental health care.
• Support a caseload of consumers through assertive outreach, delivering occupation-based interventions in everyday settings (e.g. home management, budgeting, community participation, and work or study engagement).
• Collaborate with carers, families, and NDIS staff to strengthen discharge planning and build capacity for recovery.
• Conduct cognitive and functional assessments, developing compensatory and sensory modulation strategies to support self-regulation and daily participation.
• Complete home assessments to identify risks and recommend modifications that promote safety, independence, and engagement.

About Us 

Monash Health Mental Health Services provides a range of community, bed-based and specialist services covering the Casey, Cardinia, Greater Dandenong, Kingston and Monash LGAs – a population of nearly one million. The Program has several clinical units including three adult units (Casey, Dandenong and Clayton), an Early in Life Mental Health Service (comprising Perinatal & infant, child, and adolescent services), Young Persons’ Mental Health Service, Psychology and Specialist Services (PsySS), Drug & Alcohol service and Gender Dysphoria Clinic. 

About You 

You are a passionate and dedicated mental health professional who values recovery-oriented, person-centred care. You bring empathy, creativity, and strong clinical reasoning to your work, enabling you to engage meaningfully with consumers, families, and support networks.

You thrive in a multidisciplinary team environment, are confident working independently, and demonstrate initiative in supporting consumers to achieve their goals. Your communication and interpersonal skills allow you to collaborate effectively and advocate for positive outcomes.

You are committed to continuous learning, reflective practice, and contributing to a culture of safety, inclusion, and hope.

In Return 

As a valued member of the Monash Health team, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression, including:

• Salary packaging – increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options.
• Professional development – access to ongoing training, education, and leadership opportunities to support your career growth.
• Supportive team environment – work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
• Employee wellbeing – benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), staff wellbeing initiatives, and a strong focus on work-life balance.
• Career mobility – opportunities to work across Victoria’s largest public health service with a wide range of roles and career pathways.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace – join an organisation that celebrates and embraces diversity and fosters a culture of respect and belonging.

At Monash Health, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organisation.

For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Chinchu Francis, Nurse Manager, on 0436 024 ***.

Supportive Documentation can be found here.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’. Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date. 

Applications close: 28 June 2026