Diversional Therapist Level 1/2

Diversional Therapist Level 1/2, Inpatient Mental Health - Eastern Suburbs Mental Health Service

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time

Position Classification: Diversional Therapist Level 1, Diversional Therapist Level 2

Remuneration: $ $45.00 per hour, plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: 24

Requisition ID: REQ621548

Location: Randwick, Sydney

Applications close date: 30 November 2025

Come Work With Us

A unique part-time opportunity exists for an exceptional individual to join our inpatient mental health service. We are looking for a Diversional Therapist to compliment our supportive multi-disciplinary team and provide innovative programs for our consumer groups.

The dynamic Inpatient Mental Health team provides quality services to our client population helping to improve recovery and as a Diversional Therapist, you will coordinate, develop and deliver therapeutic group/activity programs within our inpatient units.

For more information we encourage you to contact Deirdre Carberry on

Interviews are expected to be held between 8 December 2025 and 12 December 2025

Learn more about us here: South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

Where you'll be working

Inpatient Mental Health Units, ESMHS, located on the Prince of Wales campus, Randwick.

Additional Information and Benefits

• An eligibility list may be created for future Permanent Part Time positions
• 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:

• Hold a recognised health science or applied science bachelor's degree in leisure, recreation or diversional therapy recognised by the Australian Recreational Therapy Association (ARTA), or other qualification deemed equivalent by the employer.
• Demonstrated capacity to develop, co-ordinate and evaluate Diversional Therapy programs in a health care setting.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of Mental Health issues and their impact on patients in an acute inpatient unit setting.
• Ability to work from a recovery based approach within a multidisciplinary team context involving consumers and carers in planning care.
• Willingness to develop own professional skills through active participation in professional development activities.
• Current unrestricted NSW Class C drivers licence.

Need more information?

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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.

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 characteristic 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.

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- 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 Workforce Team that can also provide support (SESLHD-) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website