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Design, implement and evaluate a variety of recreational, diversional and social activities to improve or maintain the physical and mental function of patients.
The role works collaboratively with patients and multidisciplinary teams across the units within the High Security Inpatient Service, Extended Treatment and Forensic Unit and Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit to achieve longer term goals of independent community functioning.
• Permanent Full-time opportunity!
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.
We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.
At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.
As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:
* We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
* We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
* We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.
Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.
To read more on what it's like to work for West Moreton Health:
What it's like to work with us | West Moreton Health
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
* Ability to design, implement and evaluate innovative and contemporary recreational activities suited to the needs and abilities of patients with a serious mental illness and in keeping with the organisation's objectives.
* Ability to apply recovery principles and flexibly meet a range of patient needs within organisational constraints.
* Ability to communicate effectively and work harmoniously with patients and work colleagues
* Ability to observe patient behaviour during recreational activities and report these observations to the nurse in charge of the unit and capture these observations in the electronic medical record.
* Ability to work with minimal supervision for day to day activities and show initiative in the area of recreational activities
* Ability to identify priorities, plan and implement activities effectively, anticipate and solve problems, balance resources and cost-effectively manage time and resources.
* Ability to provide services within a risk managed framework, with an awareness of relevant legislation, policies, procedures and work instructions.
Mandatory Requirements:
* Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
* Possession of a Certificate IV in Health and Community Services (Diversional Therapy) or Certificate in Diversional Therapy or Certificate IV in Community Services – Leisure and Lifestyle or Certificate IV in Leisure and Health or a similar relevant qualification
Why choose us
* Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
* Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
* Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
* Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
* Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
* A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.
To apply
For further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.