Behavioural Escalation Support Team (B.E.S.T.) Clinician (Diversional Therapist Level 3)
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to 12 months; 38 hours per week
Position Classification: Diversional Therapist Level 3
Remuneration: $2,154.06 - $2,223.86 per week + Annual Leave Loading + 11.5% Superannuation
Location: SLHD District Wide Services; Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ564875
The Behavioural Escalation Support Team (B.E.S.T) is looking for a Diversional Therapist to join our team!
About the Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a Senior Diversional Therapy position as a member of B.E.S.T at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital.
B.E.S.T is an innovative clinical team designed to role model and support clinical staff in the proactive Identification, Escalation and Management of patients at risk of and experiencing Acute Behavioural Disturbance and other behaviour support needs.
The primary purpose of the Diversional Therapist (Level 3) position is to deliver direct patient care and Diversional Therapy treatment plans; to support the care of people whose behaviour impacts their own care and safety and/or the safety of other patients and staff.
The position works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team and will be provided formal and structured clinical supervision and support. If you possess the suitable skills and are looking to join an innovative and supportive team, we welcome your application.
For more information, please view the Position Description.
Ideal Candidate
- Must hold a Health Science or Applied Science Bachelor's Degree in Leisure, Recreation or Diversional Therapy recognised by the Australian Recreational Therapy Association (ARTA).
- Must have experience as a Level 2 clinician who possesses extensive specialist knowledge in people with Acute Severe Behavioural Disturbances.
- Demonstrated ability to independently problem solve and apply professional and ethical boundaries when working with complex situations as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Previous candidates need not apply
Benefits and Perks!
- Accrued Day Off each month, paid Parental Leave & 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 Benefit.
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.
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For enquiries, please contact James Churchland on 0498 138 641 or via email at James.Churchland@health.nsw.gov.au
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Applications Close: 10 April 2025
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