Diversional Therapist

About Freedom Therapy Services Freedom Therapy Services is an NDIS-registered allied health provider delivering specialist behaviour support, psychology, mental health, emotional wellbeing support and therapeutic services to children, adolescents and adults. We support individuals with disabilities, developmental differences and complex support needs to develop practical life skills, increase independence, improve emotional wellbeing and participate meaningfully in their homes, schools and communities. Our approach is person-centred, neuro-affirming, trauma-informed and evidence-based. We work collaboratively with individuals, families, carers and other professionals to deliver individualised supports that promote quality of life and meaningful participation.

Position: Full-time, permanent Salary: $79,499 per annum plus superannuation Location: Western and South Western Sydney, NSW — community-based/mobile role. Work from home for administrative tasks, with travel to participants' homes, schools and community settings.

About the Role We are seeking an experienced Diversional Therapist to plan, implement and evaluate individualised programs that promote social participation, functional skill development, independence and wellbeing. The position involves working collaboratively with clients, families and multidisciplinary professionals to develop meaningful activities and support programs tailored to individual strengths, interests, abilities and goals.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess individual interests, strengths, functional abilities and support needs through observation, task analysis and ongoing assessment to inform individualised therapeutic activity and participation programs.
• Plan, develop, implement and evaluate individualised leisure, recreation and community participation programs tailored to participants' interests, abilities and therapeutic goals, promoting social engagement, independence and wellbeing.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of recreational, therapeutic and community support resources available within the organisation and local community.
• Provide participants, families and carers with information and guidance on suitable recreational opportunities, community services and support resources.
• Encourage meaningful participation by adapting activities, environments and programs to accommodate individual communication, sensory, cognitive and physical needs.
• Conduct functional behaviour assessments to identify environmental factors, skill deficits and the functions of behaviours of concern.
• Develop, implement and review individualised positive behaviour support plans that promote skill development, independence and quality of life.
• Implement individualised skill acquisition programs and positive behaviour support strategies to enhance functional life skills, communication, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Collaborate with families, carers, support workers and allied health professionals to promote consistent implementation of individualised therapeutic and support programs.
• Monitor participant engagement, progress and outcomes, maintain accurate clinical records, and prepare progress reports and relevant NDIS review documentation.
• Provide guidance, training, mentoring and supervision to staff and carers involved in delivering therapeutic recreation and skill development programs.
• Participate in regular professional supervision, ongoing professional development and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Required Skills and Experience

• AQF Certificate III (including at least two years of on-the-job training), AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant industry experience in lieu of formal qualifications.
• Experience supporting individuals with disabilities, developmental differences or complex support needs.
• Demonstrated ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised leisure, recreation, community participation and skill development programs.
• Strong communication, documentation and multidisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Understanding of person-centred, inclusive and evidence-based approaches to disability support.

Highly Regarded

• Current NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner suitability or relevant behaviour support credentials.
• Five or more years of relevant professional experience in diversional therapy, disability services or therapeutic program delivery.

How to Apply Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant qualifications and experience to admin@freedomtherapyservices.com.au