Mental Health Occupational Therapist jobs in Geraldton, WA

Mental Health Occupational Therapist work in Geraldton, WA

Mental Health Occupational Therapist roles in Geraldton, WA sit within significant workforce shortages across all disciplines. Cultural competency for Aboriginal communities is essential. WA Health rural and remote incentives and allowances apply. Mining and FIFO workforce mental health is a distinct service need. mental health occupational therapist positions are found across public health services, community organisations, and private practice in the region.

Occupational Therapists (OTs) working in mental health focus on enabling people to participate in meaningful everyday activities — work, self-care, social connection — that are disrupted by mental illness. They conduct functional assessments, develop rehabilitation plans, and work alongside people in their home and community environments.

WA Country Health Service (WACHS) Midwest Region delivers public mental health services across the Mid West and Gascoyne regions of Western Australia, with Geraldton Hospital as the principal facility and community mental health teams operating from Geraldton. The catchment extends north to Carnarvon and east to remote communities, covering a vast geographic area.

Qualifications typically required

• Bachelor or Masters of Occupational Therapy (AHPRA-accredited)
• AHPRA registration as an Occupational Therapist
• Mental health clinical placement or experience
• NDIS Worker Screening Check for community roles

Key employers in Geraldton, WA

• WA Country Health Service Midwest Region
• Geraldton Hospital
• WA Primary Health Alliance
• Midwest Aboriginal Organisations Alliance
• Uniting WA
• Richmond Wellbeing