Diversional Therapist, Level 1/2, MHIU - Sutherland MHS

Diversional Therapist, Level 1/2, Mental Health Inpatient Unit - Sutherland Mental Health Service
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Diversional Therapist Level 1/2
Remuneration: $40.05 - $57.14 per hour, plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 14
Requisition ID: REQ687748
Location: Caingbah, Sydney

Applications close date: 6 September 2026

The SESLHD Mental Health Service is a specialised clinical service, providing care to a local population of over 930,000 residents in the Sydney metropolitan area.  We provide care within both hospital and community settings to support people living with mental illness at times when acute intervention is needed, or to remain well in their community and lead their own recovery.

Learn more about us here: South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

The Role

Are you a passionate Diversional Therapist looking to make a meaningful difference in mental health care?

Join our dedicated Acute Mental Health Inpatient team at Sutherland Hospital, where you'll play a key role in supporting recovery and wellbeing through the development, coordination and delivery of therapeutic recreation and activity programs for consumers experiencing acute mental health challenges. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will facilitate engaging group and individual activities that promote recovery, social connection, skill development and positive health outcomes. 

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a recovery-oriented model of care, supporting consumers throughout their inpatient journey while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary colleagues, carers and families. You'll have the opportunity to use your creativity and therapeutic skills to enhance consumer engagement and deliver meaningful programs that make a genuine difference

This part-time opportunity is designed to support a strong work-life balance, with flexible working arrangements, reduced hours, and the ability to structure your week around personal commitments. Part-time candidates will benefit from a manageable caseload, supportive supervision, and a collaborative multidisciplinary environment that prioritises both clinician wellbeing and high-quality care. Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities are also available to support your long-term goals in mental health practice.

If you're ready to help shape positive experiences and support recovery in a dynamic and rewarding mental health setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Where you'll be working

You will be based at Inpatient Mental Health Unit, Sutherland Mental Health Service, located on The Sutherland Hospital campus, Caringbah

Additional Benefits

• Financial benefits - Salary packaging options - Up to $9K for living expenses, $2.6K meal & entertainment, and Novated Leasing. Discounted Private Health Insurance.
• Work-life balance - Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
• Professional growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning.
• Health & Wellbeing - Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.

How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application
Application close: 6 September 2026

For more information we encourage you to contact Callum Ritchie on **************@health.nsw.gov.au

Interviews are expected to be held between 14 September 2026 and 18 September 2026

Once you apply, we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing. We encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.