Diversional Therapists

Diversional Therapists plan, design, coordinate and implement recreation and leisure-based activity programs to support, challenge and enhance the psychological, spiritual, social, emotional and physical wellbeing of individuals.

Occupations in this field typically require a Certificate III qualification including at least two years on-the-job training or a Certificate IV qualification.

At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks Include:

• planning and implementing leisure activity programs for individuals in health care and in the community to assist in their social development, and promote their sense of wellbeing
• identifying individual needs through task analysis
• evaluating and assessing clients' levels of abilities, interests, needs, strengths and weaknesses, and their ability to carry out a range of tasks and interact with others
• maintaining a knowledge of resources available within a facility and within the community
• organising leisure and recreational events
• assisting with training and supervising volunteers and staff
• providing information on available support resources within the local community
• encouraging and supporting clients to take part in activities suited to their particular needs and interests
• adapting programs to suit individual clients' needs, interests, skills and abilities

Occupation:

• Diversional Therapist

Diversional Therapist

Alternative Title:

• Recreational Therapist

Plans, designs, coordinates and implements recreation and leisure-based activity programs to support, challenge and enhance the psychological, spiritual, social, emotional and physical wellbeing of individuals. Registration or licensing may be required.

Specialisations:

• Activities Coordinator 
• Activities Officer