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Diversional Therapist (Level 1/2) - National Centre for Veteran\'s Health


Company : NSW Health


Location : Sydney, New South Wales


Created : 2025-07-09


Job Type : Full Time


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Diversional Therapist (Level 1/2) - National Centre for Veteran''s HealthDiversional Therapist (Level 1/2) - National Centre for Veteran''s Health2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Employment Type: Temporary Part Time, 20 hours per week up to April 2026Position Classification: Diversional Therapist Level 1/2Remuneration: $37.03 - $52.83 per hour + Annual leave loading + 11.5% SuperannuationLocation: Concord Repatriation General HospitalRequisition ID: REQ581859Become part of a close-knit Team who work together to change the lives of our patients and their families.About The RoleThe National Centre for Veterans Healthcare (NCVH) at Concord Repatriation General Hospital is an Australian first integrated ambulatory care service, providing comprehensive multidisciplinary healthcare to Australias veterans. The NCVH integrates expertise across medical specialities of Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine, Pain Medicine and Rehabilitation Medicine, as well as Clinical and Neuro-Psychology and a broad range of allied health clinicians under a case managed care model.The NCVH Team, provides comprehensive care with the aim to meet the complex mental, physical and psychosocial needs of the veteran community and the coordination of sustainable ongoing links to supports in their community.The role of the Diversional Therapist working in outpatient clinics with young veterans, is to provide clinically indicated Diversional Therapy treatment interventions which may address: leisure education, activity participation, sensory enrichment/modulation, leisure exploration, leisure skill development, activity modification, and social isolation.For more information, please view the Position DescriptionIdeal CandidateMust hold a Bachelor or post graduate degree in Diversional Therapy that provides eligibility for full membership of Diversional & Recreational Therapy Australia Association.Demonstrated knowledge, skills and clinical experience in Diversional Therapy practice and the provision of services to Veterans.Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.Have a passion to want to improve the lives of our current and past veterans.Previous applicants need not apply!Benefits and Perks!Accrued Day Off each month for Full Time positions, paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading.Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus.Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families.Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.The ability to use the Concord Hospital Staff Gym.This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW HealthThis is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015).SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit: Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.For more information about SLHD please visit Working With UsTo further connect with us, check us out on LinkedInFor enquiries, please contact on Emma Dixon on 0460 033 808 or via email at emma.dixon4@health.nsw.gov.au or Kirsty Chapman on 0434 607 122 or via email at kirsty.chapman@health.nsw.gov.auWe highly encourage all applicants to connect directly with our Hiring Managers its a great opportunity to learn more about the role, the team, and how you can make an impact!Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day, apply now!Applications Close: 29 June 2025For Applicant Support and Information, visit Applicant InformationSeniority levelSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at NSW Health by 2xGet notified about new Therapist jobs in Concord, New South Wales, Australia.Diversional Therapist - Coledale Hospital (16.5 hrs) and Bulli Hospital - GEM ward (16 hrs)Mosman, New South Wales, Australia 3 months agoLeichhardt, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoRehabilitation Consultant (Occupational Therapist, Exercise Physiologist,Physio)Liverpool, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoMental Health Clinician (Occupational Therapist/Social Worker Level 1/2, Psychologist) - Marrickville Core TeamSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoOccupational Therapist Expressions of InterestSt Leonards, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoCastle Hill, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoKogarah, New South Wales, Australia 17 hours agoFIFO - Workplace Rehabilitation Consultant - Occupational TherapistMillers Point, New South Wales, Australia 3 hours agoMental Health Clinician (Occupational Therapist/Social Worker Level 1/2, Psychologist) - Marrickville Core TeamMarrickville, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoMental Health Clinician - Whole Family TeamMount Druitt, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoRandwick, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoManly, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoMental Health Clinician (Allied Health) - Sutherland MHSParramatta, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoNorth Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoOccupational Therapist - Expressions of InterestSt Leonards, New South Wales, Australia 3 months agoMobile Massage Therapist - Sutherland ShireSutherland, New South Wales, Australia A$65.00-A$85.00 2 months agoMental Health Clinician, Team 2, Community Mental Health - St George MHSKogarah, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoManly, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoHunters Hill, New South Wales, Australia 3 hours agoParramatta, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoHornsby, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoOut of Hospital Care - Case Manager (Dietitian, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Social Worker, Speech Pathologist Level 1/2 or Registered Nurse)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoDiversional Therapist / Lifestyle CoordinatorGeorges Hall, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoOccupational Therapist Level 1/2 - Professor Marie Bashir CentreSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoParramatta, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoOccupational Therapist (Level 3) - Rivendell Child, Adolescent and Family Mental Health ServicesConcord, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoOccupational Therapist (Level 3) - Rivendell Child, Adolescent and Family Mental Health ServicesRandwick, New South Wales, Australia 5 hours agoOccupational Therapist - Level 3 - Palliative CareRandwick, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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