AHP2 Occupational Therapist Transitional Care Packages

• Experience diverse, hands-on practice in a supportive, multidisciplinary country health team

• Enjoy work-life balance with the lifestyle benefits of the scenic Limestone Coast

• Shape and grow transitional care services while mentoring local staff and students

Job reference: 918930
Location: 5290 – Mt Gambier
Job status: Temporary Part Time (37.5 hours per fortnight, up to 30 Nov 2026)
Salary: AHP2 $91,785 - $106,330 p.a (pro rata) + Salary Sacrifice Benefits + Superannuation + Leave Loading
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Allied Health careers at Limestone Coast Local Health Network

Join the Limestone Coast Local Health Network as an Occupational Therapist in our Transitional Care Program and make a meaningful impact in the lives of clients across regional South Australia. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality, restorative, and person-centred care within a supportive, multidisciplinary team while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of the Limestone Coast region. Experience country practice with diverse clinical exposure, closer community connections, and work-life balance that metropolitan roles rarely offer.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred Occupational Therapy services to clients within the Transitional Care Program.
• Support and mentor local staff in restorative care planning and implementation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and community stakeholders to enhance client outcomes.
• Contribute to service development, clinical networks, and professional education across the region.

For more information about the role, please refer to the Role Description. Job ref: 918930

918930 Occupational Therapist - Role Description.pdf

Our organisation

We serve a population of over 67,000 people in the Limestone Coast, as well as residents from Western Victoria. We employ over 1400 people, with 1.2% identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and we are also supported by a team of approximately 600 hardworking volunteers.

The LCLHN delivers a wide range of health care services to communities across the south-east of South Australia, from the Victorian border to the iconic coastline.

The region is renowned for its world-class wine, spectacular beaches and outdoor adventures, offering a life and career in balance like no other:

• Relaxed, affordable living with a strong sense of community
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf
• Outstanding national parks, sporting facilities and outdoor adventures
• Quality education facilities, including TAFE and University campuses
• Diverse social activities, from sporting clubs and music groups to exceptional food, wine and thriving coffee culture
• Conveniently located midway between Melbourne and Adelaide, offering easy access to both major cities while enjoying the benefits of regional living

Further information about living and working in the LCLHN is available from Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) | SA Health

Our benefits

• Boost your take-home pay: Access to salary packaging and other benefits, including regional location allowance (as per award)
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and upskilling to help grow and pursue your career aspirations in allied health
• Team Culture: Supportive and inclusive team environment where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to improving the health of our community
• Personal-professional harmony: Our flexible working arrangements encourage the important balance between rewarding work and your own personal commitments and interests
• Wellbeing initiatives: Supporting you with access to mental health resources, EAP, flexible work options, and wellbeing activities that promote balance, resilience, and a healthy workplace
• Relocation support: Up to $13,000 support available for relocation to Mount Gambier with up to 3 months (Domestic) or up to 6 months (international) accommodation provided (financial advice is recommended for fringe benefits tax purposes)
• Diversity and inclusion celebrated: fostering a workplace where individuality is valued, cultural differences are embraced, and everyone feels a strong sense of belonging.  

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups.  The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.

Applicant information

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working 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 appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving no contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (general employment)
• Immunisation Risk for this position is Category A 

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Applications close: 

24 November 2025, 11:55PM

Enquiries

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact Lyn Sinel, Program Manager Home Support Services
on Phone: 0887334755 or via E-mail: Lyn.Sinel@sa.gov.au

Further information on applying for positions can be found on the SA Health Careers website – How to apply