Diversional Therapist (524066L1) in Bolton

Applications must be submitted by Thursday 09 April, 2026 11:55 PM AEST.

Award/Classification: Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Operational Health Officer, Level 3 $67,193 to $70,993 pro rata, per annum.

Employment type: Permanent, part-time.

Region: North.

Location: As a member of a multidisciplinary health care team and in accordance with primary health care principles, the Diversional Therapist will:

• Assist in the planning, delivery and evaluation of quality diversional therapy activities for a specified client group within a community health care setting.
• Promote access and client involvement by participating in applicable community-based activities.

The Team: At Beaconsfield Multipurpose Service, you will be a part of a small, multidisciplinary rural team committed to person centred care across aged care, subacute and community services. You will work collaboratively within this close knit team to enhance the quality of life for residents and clients. All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.

The Role: You will be responsible for:

• Delivering person centred lifestyle and activity programs, supporting emotional, social and cognitive wellbeing.
• Facilitating group and individual activities tailored to resident needs.
• Encouraging community engagement and intergenerational connections.

You will need:

• To deliver engaging, person centred lifestyle programs that support residents' social, emotional and cognitive wellbeing.
• To work as part of a close knit multidisciplinary team in a supportive rural MPS environment.
• To create meaningful connections through activities, community involvement and individualised care.

Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment: Permanent, part time, day worker position, working 24 hours per fortnight, commencing from 6 July 2026. Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary: $67,193 to $70,993 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022.

Salary Packaging: You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here.

Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered. You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role.

For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

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Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements. Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions. Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.