Diversional Therapist

German Community Services Inc. | Adelaide, SA

German Community Services Inc. is seeking a qualified Diversional Therapist to deliver structured leisure and activity programs for older people within a CHSP-funded, centre-based service.

The role operates in a culturally specific aged care environment, supporting clients from diverse backgrounds, with a focus on the German-speaking community.

• Plan, coordinate and deliver diversional therapy and leisure activity programs

• Facilitate group and individual activities that support wellbeing and social connection

• Ensure activities are client-centred, culturally appropriate and aligned to client needs

• Support client engagement, independence and participation

• Maintain required documentation and reporting standards

• Work collaboratively with staff and volunteers to deliver programs

• Contribute to ongoing improvement of activity services

• Qualification in Diversional Therapy, Leisure and Health, Recreation Therapy or equivalent OR

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in aged care, community services or diversional therapy

• Experience delivering structured group programs for older people

• Strong communication, planning and interpersonal skills

• Current First Aid Certificate

• Current National Police Check, Working with Children Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check

• Current driver’s licence

• German language skills

• Knowledge of German culture and traditions

• Experience working in culturally diverse or culturally specific aged care settings

• Opportunity to work in a culturally specific community service setting

• Supportive team environment

• Salary packaging benefits (not-for-profit organisation)

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter addressing your suitability for the role.

Applications close: 19/07/2026

Please note we will contact short-listed candidates only. Thank you for understanding.