Diversional Therapist Lvl 1- Lvl 2 - Young Adult Unit Mental Health - Campbelltown Hospital - Temp FT/PT
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- South Western Sydney Local Health District
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- REQ600319 Requisition #
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time or Part Time, up to 38hrs per week until October 2026
Location: Campbelltown Mental Health Service
Position Classification: Diversional Therapist Lvl 1 / Diversional Therapist Lvl 2
Remuneration: $37.03 - $52.83 per hour
Requisition ID: REQ600319
Application Close Date: 07/09/2025
Interview Date Range: 10/09/2025 – 17/09/2025
Contact Details: Kylie Stewart PH: 0418 206 619 Email: kylie.stewart1@health.nsw.gov.au
Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position
About the Opportunity
Campbelltown Hospital is thrilled to offer a rare opportunity for a Diversional Therapist to join our team in our Young Adult Mental Health Units. This is your chance to be part of a forward-thinking, supportive environment where your creativity and compassion can truly shine.
We’re seeking a driven and enthusiastic professional who is passionate about working in the mental health space and making a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable people in our community. You’ll play a key role in designing and delivering engaging therapeutic programs that support recovery and wellbeing.
You’ll bring a warm and energetic approach to patient care, with a strong understanding of therapeutic boundaries and a commitment to professionalism. Your ability to build positive experiences and foster a healing environment will be central to your success in this role.
If you’re a natural problem solver looking for a rewarding career opportunity, click APPLY NOW and help shape the future of mental health care in our community.
What You'll be Doing
Provide a high-quality diversional therapy intervention to consumers of mental health services. This encompasses ensuring effective and efficient assessment, treatment planning, treatment implementation, and evaluation of recreational and leisure activities that are appropriate and designed to increase capacity of consumers in meaningful leisure time as part of a multi-disciplinary setting. The Diversional Therapist is also responsible for undertaking designated administrative tasks necessary to support service delivery.
Where You'll Be Working
Be a part of a healthcare provider which is responsive to the needs of its consumers and shape the future of the community in which you live!
Campbelltown Hospital is one of NSW’s newest most progressive hospitals which services the community in which you live. This is an incredible opportunity to become part of the team which is dedicated to providing the best possible patient care to the Macarthur community and beyond. With state of the art facilities, the hospital is an exciting hub of diverse presentations and clinical experiences.
The management team focus on being approachable, innovative and being responsive to the feedback provided by the staff who make our hospital thrive. The team are forward thinkers who are looking to drive a sociable, friendly and vibrant environment where patient experience is at the forefront of every interaction.
We recognise value and are looking to ensure the highest quality team!
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Recognised Degree in Diversional Therapy or other qualification deemed appropriate by the employer, with eligibility for membership with the Diversional Therapy Association of Australia National Council
- Please demonstrate your experience in providing diversional therapy interventions with mental health consumers in a group and 1:1 formats
- Please demonstrate your ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
SWSLHD is committed to driving a child safe culture that upholds children and young people’s rights. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported and included in their care. Existing staff of SWSLHD and those seeking employment are required to take the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people seriously while taking action to keep them safe from harm and abuse.
