Clinical Educator - Occupational Therapist

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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 a Clinical Educator – Occupational Therapy, on a part time (15.2 hours/week), fixed term basis until June 2026. This position will be based at Monash Medical Centre in Clayton.

In this clinical education position, you will work closely with the Allied Health Mental Health leadership team, the Occupational Therapy Discipline Seniors, Allied Health Education Leads, Allied Health Managers and Directors. You will ensure the provision of effective training and development of graduate and early career Occupational therapy clinicians in the Mental Health Allied Health Program.

About Us

The Mental Health Program serves consumers, their carers and families across the South-Eastern metropolitan region with bed-based, community and rehabilitation programs. Monash Health prides itself on developing great Allied Health clinicians from the early years and allowing them to grow and develop in all areas of Monash Health.

To see how some of our staff have loved their years at Monash Health, take a look at the following short video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MaYIruRYIVc 

About You

You have been developing your clinical, education, project management and quality improvement skills or you are an accomplished Occupational Therapy professional with a drive to teach others in your profession; either way, you are ready to take this next step in your career.

You lead by example, thrive working in a dynamic environment and are truly passionate about delivering a high standard of evidence informed care to all patients, families and carers. You are an advocate of Monash Health’s Strategic Guiding Principles.  

You Are Also:    

• Committed to a leadership & mentoring role in Occupational Therapy
• Demonstrated extensive specialist skills and knowledge, and experience in using occupation therapeutically to support the emotional, cognitive, physical and spiritual well-being of consumers and their families.
• Committed to delivering patient centred care & advocacy in line with organisational and professional practice standards   
• Enthusiastic, compassionate & able to work collaboratively   
• Excited to be accountable for and manage specific portfolios in our relentless pursuit of excellence   

Requirments of the role include:

• Bachelor of Occupational Therapist or Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy) or equivalent
• Current general registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) – Occupational Therapy, with no restrictions.
• Minimum ten years’ experience in Mental Health or extensive experience in related area of occupational therapy practice
• Qualification in education, leadership or project management is advantageous but not essential.

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 the opportunity further, please call either Cassandra Hunt ph: 0400 657 959 or Carmen Morrison ph: 0499 647 819 our Allied Health Mental Health Managers, or email cassandra.hunt@monashhealth.org or carmen.morrison@monashhealth.org.

Position Description can be found here.
Role Statement can be found here. 

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.

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: 3 July 2025