Job Description

About the role:

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At Carinity, we believe life should continue to be filled with purpose, connection and joy, regardless of age. We're looking for a compassionate and creative Diversional Therapist who is passionate about enriching the lives of older people through engaging, person-centred lifestyle programs.

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Your day-to-day will involve:

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- Plan, implement and evaluate engaging Diversional Therapy programs that promote emotional, social, and physical wellbeing for aged care residents.
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- Develop individualised activity plans tailored to each resident's cognitive and physical abilities, encouraging participation and purpose.
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- Coordinate and promote lifestyle events and recreational activities, including outings and on-site entertainment, in alignment with resident interests and preferences.
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- Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with aged care standards, including reporting, assessments, and resident records.
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- Collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams, volunteers, families, and community groups to enhance the lifestyle experience for residents in a warm and inclusive environment.
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About you:

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You're someone who genuinely enjoys connecting with people and has a natural ability to brighten someone's day. Compassionate, creative and enthusiastic, you thrive on building relationships and creating engaging experiences that help older people feel valued, included and connected. You bring a positive attitude, work collaboratively with others and take pride in making a meaningful contribution to the lives of residents and their families.

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In addition, you have;

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- Certificate 4 in Diversional Therapy or another qualification recognised by Diversional & Recreational Therapy Australia
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- Demonstrated experience in a Residential Aged Care workplace, providing and coordinating Diversional Therapy activities, care and/or support services
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- Highly developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate with the elderly, staff, management and the general public
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- Ability to lead and work within a team, offering support and assistance to other staff within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team as required
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- Training and/or demonstrated experience in Dementia care
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- Hold a current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance or willingness to obtain
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- Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
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- Current drivers licence and willingness to drive facility vehicle/buses for resident outings
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The benefits of joining the Carinity team

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- Appealing not-for-profit (PBI) salary packaging options
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- Access to an employee assistance program
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- At Carinity we acknowledge the need to balance your work and personal life and are genuinely committed to this
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- On-going professional development and training
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- Legitimate chance to make a real difference to the community, every day
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Due to the inherent requirements of this role and legislative requirements under the Child Employment Act, applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

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Carinity actively encourages and invites applications from people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

📌 Diversional Therapist (City of Gold Coast)
🏢 Carinity
📍 City of Gold Coast