Diversional Therapist (Level 1/2) - Aged Care Behavioural Support Unit
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time; 20 hours per week
Position Classification: Diversional Therapist Level 1/2
Remuneration: $38.51 - $54.94 per hour + Superannuation
Location: Concord Repatriation General Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ654480
In Sydney Local Health District our vision is Excellence in health and healthcare for all. You will be working in an innovative district that celebrates and invests in the ideas of staff, values people and offers life-long careers. Join the team at one of the leading public health organisations in Australia!
About the Role
Concord Repatriation General Hospital has a well-earned reputation for excellence in healthcare for over 70 years. Building on its proud heritage of caring for the Veteran community, the hospital now services the local communities of Concord, Strathfield, Burwood and beyond.
The Diversional Therapist provides opportunities for individuals to participate in leisure and recreational activities that promote self-esteem, autonomy, and personal fulfilment. Therapists actively facilitate client choice, decision-making, and participation, ensuring interventions are tailored to individual needs, interests, and abilities.
Our therapeutic approach is grounded in validation, reassurance, and supportive communication. In our clinical practice, we place greater emphasis on the process of engagement rather than the outcome, recognising the importance of meaningful participation and emotional well-being. Interventions are facilitated either in small groups or on a one-to-one bases, depending on individual patient needs and abilities.
This position is a jobshare role and will be working Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings.
For more information, please view the Position Description.
Ideal Candidate
- Holds a health science or applied science bachelor degree in leisure, recreation or diversional therapy recognised by the Diversional Therapy Association of Australian National Council, or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
- Possess the skills and knowledge required to work effectively within health, community, and leisure settings, contributing to holistic, person-centred care.
- Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
- High level written and verbal communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
Benefits
- Paid parental leave and annual leave loading.
- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus.
- Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
- Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families.
- Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefits.
This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health
This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015).
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/.
Sydney Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
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For further information, please contact Emma Dixon on 0460 033 808 or via email at Emma.Dixon4@health.nsw.gov.au.
Applications Close: 19 April 2026
For applicant support and information, visit Applicant Information.
