• Mornington Peninsula and surrounding locations
• Great benefits including salary packaging and employee benefits program
• Classification - Grade 2*
• Alternating Mondays & either Friday, Saturday or Sunday each fortnight
• AM (e.g 8.30-4pm) and PM (e.g 12.30-8pm) shifts will be considered

Who We Are and What We Stand For  

Peninsula Health is the major metropolitan health service caring for a community of 300,000 people. To realise this vision we need people who strive for a sense of achievement, take an interest in their individual growth, enjoy innovation and looking for ways to improve and have a passion for communicating and connecting with others. In representing Peninsula Health, we expect all employees and volunteers to reflect our values: Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Open and Honest, Be Compassionate and Respectful and Be Collaborative.  

We are One Peninsula Health. 

What You Will Be Doing 

The Diversional Therapy team is responsible for the development and implementation of diversional therapy and activity programs for patients admitted to The Mornington Centre. The Mornington Centre is a 90 bed inpatient facility which provides Geriatric Evaluation and Management (Subacute) Services to older people with a range of health conditions. Diversional therapy at The Mornington Centre offers a specialised activity program for patients with age related cognitive impairment including dementia, delirium and depression. The Diversional Therapy team encourages promotion of a person’s retained cognitive ability and physical function, reducing isolation and creating a calm, supportive environment. Programs include orientation, positive sensory stimulation and engagement in meaningful occupation through social and creative group activities and 1:1 person centred activities.

The Leisure and Lifestyle Assistants deliver the Diversional Therapy program with the support of the Grade 2 Diversional Therapy Program Occupational Therapist and Site Senior Occupational Therapist. 

Please see Position Description

What You Need  

We anticipate you will have:  

• Certificate IV qualification in Leisure and Lifestyle Assistance or equivalent

• Demonstrated ability to deliver programs to older adults with dementia, cognitive impairment and changed behaviour.

• Ability to work with individuals and groups utilising diversional and meaningful activities based on patient needs and preferences.

• Ability to contribute to patient care plans as part of the multidisciplinary team

• Ability to determine patient interests and needs and monitor their progress

• Computer Literacy and ability to use electronic medical records

• Highly motivated, enthusiastic and committed to working with older adults 

What Next  

If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact us - the People Experience Team on (03) 9784 2700.  

For specific information on this role please contact Alison Lunt on 9784 7678.

To Apply: Please submit your application before the closing date of 6/08/2025. Applications will be reviewed as received; interviews may occur before the close date. We reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement before the closing date.

Additional Requirements  

Peninsula Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals who identify as being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, are culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ or who have a disability to apply. We are also strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process. To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/  

*Please refer to salary circular for Allied Health Professionals (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021 – 2026 for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience.  

It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations. 

Join Peninsula Health and help us to deliver safe, personal, effective & connected care to every person, every time