Requisition ID:
REQ638994
Employment Type:
Temporary Part Time, 24 hours per week until February 2027
Remuneration:
Diversional Therapist Level 1- 2: $ $54.94 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location:
Campbelltown Hospital Adolescent Mental Health Unit
Applications close:
22/02/2026
Contact:
Kylie Stewart - Mental Health Head of Department Diversional and Occupational Therapy on
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Achieve Something Great
Join a dynamic, multidisciplinary treating team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of adolescents. In this role, you will deliver high‑quality diversional therapy by undertaking comprehensive assessments, planning and implementing evidence‑informed interventions, facilitating therapeutic groups, and providing 1:1 support tailored to individual needs. Your work will focus on designing and evaluating recreational and leisure activities that enhance capacity, wellbeing, and meaningful engagement, while collaborating closely within a multidisciplinary mental health setting. You will also contribute to effective service delivery through the completion of designated administrative tasks, ensuring safe, efficient, and person‑centred care.
Are You the Right Fit?
You are a flexible and creative practitioner who thinks outside the box and thrives in a collaborative team environment. You bring a trauma‑informed, recovery‑oriented approach to your work, valuing strengths, empowerment, and meaningful engagement for adolescents. You work well as part of a multidisciplinary team, communicate effectively, and are able to adapt your practice to meet diverse needs. This role suits someone who is available to work Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and is eager to contribute consistently to a supportive and dynamic service.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
* Recognised Degree in Diversional Therapy with eligibility for membership with the Diversional Therapy Association of Australia National Council.
* Demonstrated experience in providing diversional therapy interventions with mental health consumers in a group and 1:1 formats.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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* Position Information
* Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
* How to Apply
* Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
* Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
* We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact
* We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
* Aboriginal Workforce
* For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact SWSLHD- Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
* Financial Perks
* 12% superannuation
* Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
* Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
* One extra day off each month for full-time employees
* Work-Life Balance
* Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
* Paid maternity and parental leave
* Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
* Grow Your Career
* Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
* Health & Wellbeing
* Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
* Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
* Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
* Temporary visa holders
* May be considered if no suitable citizen or permanent resident is found.
* Vaccination Requirements
* All staff must meet NSW Health's vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
* Child Safe Employment
* South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.