Requisition ID: REQ703126 Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week Remuneration: $79,419.00
- $113,301.00 per annum + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Flexible Working (subject to approval)

Location:
Campbelltown Hospital Applications close: 08/11/26 Contact: Kylie Stewart
- Occupational and Diversional Therapy Head of Department, Mental Health on Kylie.
[email protected] 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 the team in Mental Health, Campbelltown Hospital, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of consumers through therapeutic recreation and leisure programs. As a Diversional Therapist, you will support recovery, wellbeing, and social connection by delivering engaging, person-centred activities that enhance independence and quality of life.
• Working within a multidisciplinary mental health team, you will assess individual needs, develop and implement tailored leisure interventions, and evaluate outcomes that promote participation in meaningful activities. Your role will help consumers build confidence, develop new skills, and achieve their personal recovery goals.
• Plan, implement and evaluate rehabilitation therapeutic programs that promote recovery, independence, and social participation throughout their treatment journey.
• Develop long-term therapeutic relationships with consumers, delivering person-centred recreational interventions that enhance quality of life, build capacity, and support achievement of recovery goals over periods of up to two years. Are You the Right Fit? We're seeking a passionate and motivated Diversional Therapist who thrives in a recovery-oriented mental health environment and is committed to delivering person-centred care that improves consumer wellbeing, independence, and engagement in meaningful activities.
• Experience delivering diversional therapy interventions to mental health consumers in both group and one-to-one settings.
• A compassionate, recovery-focused and long-term approach with the ability to build positive therapeutic relationships with consumers, carers, and families.
• Ability to work across a 7 day rotating roster, including working some public holidays.




• Brings a creative and solutions-focused approach to supporting consumers with diverse and complex mental health needs.
• Skilled in designing and delivering meaningful group and individual interventions that promote participation, independence, and recovery. 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 and eligible for registration with the Australian Recreational Therapy Association.
• Demonstrated ability to utilise diversional therapy assessments and interventions to support consumers’ recovery and seek supervision in line with level of experience, knowledge and skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team, engage in open communication, contribute to a positive team environment and actively contribute to the learning and development of others.
• 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. If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.
• Position Information
• Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
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• 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 [email protected]
• 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 [email protected]. 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
• 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 Protected 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.
• Temporary Positions
• For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

📌 Diversional Therapist (Sydney)
🏢 South Western Sydney Local Health District
📍 Sydney