Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until 27th June 2027 Position Classification: Diversional Therapist Level 1 / 2 Remuneration: $38.51 - $54.94 per hour Hours Per Week: Up to 20 hours Requisition ID: REQ655932 Application Close: Sunday 31st May 2026 at 11.59pm The Diversional Therapist – Palliative Care is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating meaningful recreational, social, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual activities for patients receiving palliative and end-of-life care. The role focuses on enhancing quality of life, promoting dignity, reducing anxiety and isolation, and supporting emotional wellbeing for patients and their families. About The Opportunity The therapist works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team to deliver person-centred care tailored to each patient’s interests, abilities, cultural background, and stage of illness. In this role, you will Assess patients’ recreational, emotional, cognitive, social, and spiritual needs, Develop individualized therapeutic activity programs aligned with patient goals and care plans, Adapt activities to suit changing physical and cognitive abilities, Support patients experiencing grief, anxiety, loneliness, or reduced independence, Encourage family involvement in therapeutic and meaningful engagement activities, maintain accurate documentation, assessments, progress notes, and care plans, collaborate with nurses, allied health professionals, volunteers, pastoral care, and medical staff. This is an opportunity to form ongoing, meaningful relationships with clients and families while being fully supported by a team renowned for its expertise, kindness, and collaborative culture. For more information about this role, please view the Position Description About You You can demonstrate experience in implementing diversional therapy with palliative care patients, aged care patients or patients experiencing life limiting conditions You have the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. You can demonstrate evidence of knowledge and participation in the implementation of quality improvement and evidence-based practice processes. You have excellent written and verbal communication skills with a demonstrated understanding of therapeutic interpersonal skills. You can demonstrate commitment to continuing professional education including demonstrated engagement in professional supervision and/or mentoring. Applicants must have current Australian work rights. We are unable to consider applicants who do not meet this requirement. Benefits At Central Coast Local Health District, you’ll be supported to grow, thrive, and succeed: Work-Life Balance · Accrued day off each month (ADO) · 17.5% annual leave loading · Paid parental leave Financial Benefits · Salary packaging to increase your take‑home pay · Novated leasing options · Relocation assistance (where eligible) Health & Wellbeing · Discounted gym access through Fitness Passport · Free flu vaccinations · Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family · Access discounted private health insurance Career Growth · Access to professional development and education · Secondment and career‑advancement opportunities across the District Need More Information? Natalie McSwan Phone: (02) 4320 5 Email: health.nsw.gov.au Click here to find out more about applying for this position. ____ Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at health.nsw.gov.au or call 02 4320 3 for one-on-one support. Vaccination Requirements All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes: Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment. Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy. NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment. Additional Information An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions. Stay Connected Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn to stay up to date with career opportunities and the latest updates. You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 .
