Job Description
Anglicare Southern Queensland – Hervey Bay QLD
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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.
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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.
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We are looking for an individual who has:
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Experience in designing and conducting activity programs/therapy, diversional therapy and recreations
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Previous/recent experience in an Aged Care or Dementia Program and care of the elderly
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Ability to work and communicate effectively within a team
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Commitment to continuously upgrading skills, knowledge and competencies
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Demonstrated ability to interpret written and verbal instructions and policies and procedures
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Mandatory
qualifications/requirements:
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Degree or Diploma in Diversional Therapy or equivalent
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Current First Aid and CPR certification
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A current National Police Certificate OR NDIS Clearance/Yellow Card
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Why you'll love working with Anglicare Southern Queensland
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Voted Reader's Digest Most Trusted Brand in Aged Care seven consecutive years in a row.
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Know your role is making a real difference supporting Queenslanders in need.
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Value-driven organisation rooted in Love, Care, Hope & Humility.
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Flexible Working Environment and work from home possibilities.
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Not for Profit Salary Packaging (Reduce your taxable income by up to $18,550).
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Novated Lease - pay for your car and running costs with pre-tax dollars!
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Corporate Health Insurance Discounts with Bupa and Medibank.
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Benefits App - Discounts and cash back at retailers (Woollies, Big W, Myer & more!).
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Referral App - $1 for each time you share a job and up to $300 for a successful referral.
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Wellbeing App - Mental, Physical and Financial wellbeing support.
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A culture of recognition with our Annual People Awards.
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24/7 Employee Assistance Program & Pastoral Care Support.
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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 workplace and are committed to providing ongoing care and protection