Diversional Therapist

The overall purpose of the Diversional Therapist is to provide diversional and recreational activities that promote the psychological, social, physical and spiritual well-being of residents.

The Diversional Therapist is also responsible for ensuring that the residents attain and maintain an optimal level of individual physical and cognitive function. The Diversional Therapist may be responsible for a team of Activities staff to assist with the delivery of the program.

We are looking for an individual who has:

• Experience in designing and conducting activity programs/therapy, diversional therapy and recreations
• Previous/recent experience in an Aged Care or Dementia Program and care of the elderly
• Ability to work and communicate effectively within a team
• Commitment to continuously upgrading skills, knowledge and competencies
• Demonstrated ability to interpret written and verbal instructions and policies and procedures

Mandatory qualifications/requirements:  

• Degree or Diploma in Diversional Therapy or equivalent
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• A current National Police Certificate OR NDIS Clearance/Yellow Card

Why you’ll love working with Anglicare Southern Queensland

• Voted Reader’s Digest Most Trusted Brand in Aged Care seven consecutive years in a row.
• Know your role is making a real difference supporting Queenslanders in need.
• Value-driven organisation rooted in Love, Care, Hope & Humility.
• Flexible Working Environment and work from home possibilities.
• Not for Profit Salary Packaging (Reduce your taxable income by up to $18,550).
• Novated Lease – pay for your car and running costs with pre-tax dollars!
• Corporate Health Insurance Discounts with Bupa and Medibank.
• Benefits App – Discounts and cash back at retailers (Woollies,  Big W, Myer & more!).
• Referral App –  $1 for each time you share a job and up to $300 for a successful referral.
• Wellbeing App – Mental, Physical and Financial wellbeing support.
• A culture of recognition with our Annual People Awards.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program & Pastoral Care Support.

Interested? Apply online attaching your current resume and responding to the screening questions.
Anglicare is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disabilities and people with a lived experience of mental ill health. We promote a child-safe environment and are committed to providing ongoing care and protection

Responsibilities

RAC Div Therapist Non NDIS