Diversional Therapist Level 1 / 2 (Full Time and Part Time Opportunities available)
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- South Eastern Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ624948 Requisition #
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time & Part Time/Job Share available
Position Classification: Diversional Therapist Level 1/2
Remuneration: $76,364 - $108,943 per annum plus Superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38 (or PT/ Job share)
Requisition ID: REQ624948
Applications Close: 16 January 2026
REQ624948 - Diversional Therapist Level 1 / 2 (Full Time and Part Time Opportunities available)
We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and highly motivated Level 1/2 Diversional Therapist to join our dedicated team at St George Hospital. Multiple roles are available, offering both full-time and part-time/job-share opportunities, rostered across a 7-day schedule to provide flexibility for a variety of candidates, while also contributing to the collaborative delivery of a seamless 7-day service.
The successful candidate will commence in March 2026 and work within the Occupational Therapy Aged Care Team, consisting of inpatient OTs, Diversional Therapists. Clinically you will be an integral part of the inpatient Aged Care multi-disciplinary team in the newly established Behavioural Support Unit (BSU), located in the modern Kensington Street Building at St George Hospital. The BSU is dedicated to supporting older people living with dementia, delirium, and other age-related cognitive conditions. Our multidisciplinary team delivers tailored, evidence-based care that promotes comfort, independence, and quality of life. The purpose of the BSU is to stabilise behaviour and safely facilitate the transition of care to an appropriate discharge destination. In addition, you will also have the exciting opportunity to work with patients on the Rehabilitation Unit, providing diversional therapy to support their rehabilitation goals and promote positive behaviour management.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about improving the lives of older adults and who thrives in a collaborative, dynamic environment. This is a unique opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team committed to innovation, compassionate care, and excellence in aged care services.
The vision for the Occupational / Diversional Therapy Department at St George Hospital is empowering you to live the life you want through creativity, collaboration and choice. We are a supportive department focused on person-centered, compassionate care. We have a strong focus on clinical and leadership skill development and strive to provide consistent high quality occupational therapy services across the campus. Our department consists of 38 occupational therapists, diversional therapists and support staff, and we work across a variety of inpatient, outpatient and community services. Clinically we provide services to aged care, acute surgical and medical, trauma, neurological, rehabilitation, palliative care, lymphoedema and hands patients. We coordinate a robust student program and provide a variety of professional development opportunities. We support flexible work practices, protected time for non-clinical tasks (quality improvement, continuing professional education, leadership development) and enjoy a positive and supportive workplace culture.
Benefits
- Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
- Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
- Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
- Discounted Private Health Insurance.
Selection Criteria
- Qualifications in accordance with Schedule C of the NSW Health Service Health Professionals (State) Award; and demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development.
- Demonstrated core competency skills in Diversional Therapy in a health care setting, which includes aged care and rehabilitation populations.
- Demonstrated high level written, verbal and interpersonal skills, to both engage patients/clients and work effectively with the multi-disciplinary team.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise independent professional judgement in the provision of clinical care using evidence-based practice, commensurate with years of experience.
- Demonstrated commitment to the use and application of professional and clinical digital technologies.
- Demonstrated participation or leadership in quality improvement processes and teaching, commensurate with years of experience.
- Ability to respond to the demands and pressures of the role while managing time effectively.
- Current drivers licence (or a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position).
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions, please contact Natasha Kosic via email at Natasha.Kosic@health.nsw.gov.au
We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.
Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.
Reasonable Adjustments
NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-STG@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.
Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.
Information for applicants
- An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.
- Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
- Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.
- Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.
We do have an Aboriginal Employment Consultant that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website.
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