Diversional Therapist

3 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Buscojobs Full time
Fixed term (4 months), part-time role in Capel SoundSalary packaging, staff benefits, and supportive managementClassification: Mental Health Officer Level 1 – 3, Year 1 – 4 (SO11 – SO34)Who We Are and What We Stand For

Peninsula Health is the major metropolitan health service caring for a community of 300,000 people. Our Vision is to provide exceptional health and community care. To realize this vision, we need people who strive for achievement, take an interest in their growth, enjoy innovation, seek improvement, and are passionate about communication and connection. We expect all employees and volunteers to reflect our values: Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Open and Honest, Be Compassionate and Respectful, Be Collaborative. We are One Peninsula Health.

What You Will Be Doing

Carinya is a 26-bed purpose-built Aged Persons Mental Health residential care facility designed to provide high-level specialist nursing care to residents with complex mental health diagnoses who cannot be effectively managed in a generic aged care facility.

The Diversional Therapist (DT) is responsible for developing and implementing diversional therapy and activity programs for residents at Carinya. The facility cares for individuals living with mental illness, dementia, or behavioral changes.

The DT oversees activities, leisure, and lifestyle programs to enhance residents' psychological, social, and physical well-being. Each resident has a tailored, person-centered plan developed with the resident, their family/carers, and supporters.

Programs include reminiscence, arts and crafts, sensory stimulation, and meaningful social and creative activities, including one-on-one sessions.

The role also ensures compliance with the Aged Care Quality Standards.

For more details, see the Position Description.

What You Need

We anticipate you will have:

  • Certificate IV qualification in Leisure and Health or equivalent
  • Experience delivering programs to older adults with dementia, cognitive impairments, or behavioral issues
  • Ability to work with individuals and groups using diversional and meaningful activities based on resident needs and preferences
  • Ability to contribute to resident care plans as part of a multidisciplinary team
What Next

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please contact Vanessa Rooth via email or phone.

The role closes on: 29 August 2025

Applications will be considered upon receipt and may close early if enough applications are received. We encourage you to apply promptly.

Additional Requirements

Peninsula Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from all cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe workplace for people with disabilities.

For more about our recruitment and compliance, visit our website.

  • It is strongly recommended that this role is current with Covid-19 vaccination.
  • Salary range details are in the salary circular VICTORIAN PUBLIC MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ENTERPRISE AGREEMENT 2021–2024. Salary sub-grading depends on experience.

Join Peninsula Health to deliver safe, personal, effective, and connected care to every person, every time.

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