411311 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.
Skill Level: 3
Specialisations:
Activities Coordinator
Activities Officer
Indicative Skill Level:
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
In New Zealand: NZ Register Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
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:
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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
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identifying individual needs through task analysis
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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
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maintaining a knowledge of resources available within a facility and within the community
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organising leisure and recreational events
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assisting with training and supervising volunteers and staff
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providing information on available support resources within the local community
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encouraging and supporting clients to take part in activities suited to their particular needs and interests
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adapting programs to suit individual clients’ needs, interests, skills and abilities
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