South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

REQ699003

Diversional Therapist, Level 1/2, Mental Health Inpatient Unit - Sutherland Mental Health Service Employment Type: Permanent Part Time Position Classification: Diversional Therapist Level 1/2 Remuneration: $40.05 - $57.14 per hour, plus superannuation Hours Per Week: 14 Requisition ID: REQ699003 Location: Caingbah, Sydney

Applications close date: 18 October 2026

The SESLHD Mental Health Service is a specialised clinical service, providing care to a local population of over 930,000 residents in the Sydney metropolitan area. We provide care within both hospital and community settings to support people living with mental illness at times when acute intervention is needed, or to remain well in their community and lead their own recovery.

Learn more about us here: South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

Are you a passionate Diversional Therapist looking to make a meaningful difference in mental health care?

Join our dedicated Acute Mental Health Inpatient team at Sutherland Hospital, where you'll play a key role in supporting recovery and wellbeing through the development, coordination and delivery of therapeutic recreation and activity programs for consumers experiencing acute mental health challenges. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will facilitate engaging group and individual activities that promote recovery, social connection, skill development and positive health outcomes.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a recovery-oriented model of care, supporting consumers throughout their inpatient journey while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary colleagues, carers and families. You'll have the opportunity to use your creativity and therapeutic skills to enhance consumer engagement and deliver meaningful programs that make a genuine difference

This part-time opportunity is designed to support a strong work-life balance, with flexible working arrangements, reduced hours, and the ability to structure your week around personal commitments. Part-time candidates will benefit from a manageable caseload, supportive supervision, and a collaborative multidisciplinary environment that prioritises both clinician wellbeing and high-quality care. Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities are also available to support your long-term goals in mental health practice.

If you're ready to help shape positive experiences and support recovery in a dynamic and rewarding mental health setting, we'd love to hear from you.

You will be based at Inpatient Mental Health Unit, Sutherland Mental Health Service, located on The Sutherland Hospital campus, Caringbah

• Financial benefits - Salary packaging options - Up to $9K for living expenses, $2.6K meal & entertainment, and Novated Leasing. Discounted Private Health Insurance.
• Work-life balance - Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
• Professional growth - Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning.
• Health & Wellbeing - Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.

We are excited to learn more about you and your experience. As part of the application process, we invite you to respond to the following targeted questions:

Describe a Diversional Therapy or therapeutic recreation program that you developed, coordinated and evaluated in a healthcare setting. What was the purpose of the program, how did you engage participants, and how did you measure its effectiveness?

Tell us about a time when you worked collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve a positive outcome for a consumer. What was your contribution and how did you communicate with team members, consumers and/or carers?

Maintaining professional practice is essential in mental health services. Describe how you keep your knowledge and skills current and provide an example of how professional development has improved your practice.

Current unrestricted Drivers Licence (with a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position).

For more information we encourage you to contact Brooke Lennon on

Interviews are expected to be held between26 October2026 and 30 October2026

Once you apply, we'll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing. We encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristic including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required. Please visit the SESLHD Disability Recruitment page for more information.

• An eligibility list may be created for future Permanent Part Time positions
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained withing the position description

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

REQ697843

Employment Type: PermanentFull Time

Position Classification: Pharmacist Grade 3

Remuneration: $142,587.86 - $146,446.46 per annum plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ697843

Location: Kogarah, Sydney

Application Close: Thursday 8 October 2026

To be considered for this position you must be an employee of South Eastern Sydney Local Health District and its Affiliated Health Organisations.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced pharmacist to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will collaborate closely with pharmacy, nursing and medical staff, Patient Safety Managers, and consumers to champion safe medication practices across the hospital. You will lead initiatives such as Medication Safety Walkarounds, oversee the Safe Use of Medicines Committee, and contribute to incident reviews and policy development. This is a unique opportunity to drive quality improvement, support NSQHS Standard 4 compliance, and develop your skills in clinical leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration while making a meaningful impact on patient care.

Full-time employment is preferred, however job share arrangements will be considered for suitably qualified candidates.

SESLHD is one of the largest local health districts in Sydney, covering a geographical area of 468 square kilometres from Sydney's central business district, the beaches from Bondi to Cronulla and down to the Royal National Park. We deliver health care to around 930,000 residents across the local government areas of Woollahra, Waverley, Randwick, Bayside, Georges River and the Sutherland Shire. We also provide a key role in helping residents of Lord Howe Island. Our staff also deliver high quality health care across a variety of community-based services ranging from pre-birth to palliative care.

The Lead Pharmacist, Medication Safety is a leadership and clinical role.

The purpose of the role is to lead the provision of comprehensive pharmacy services across St George Hospital and affiliated services for the defined practice area of Medication Safety.

The role will work collaboratively at both the site/service level and across the district to maintain leadership and efficient performance of the provision of pharmacy services.

All Lead Pharmacist roles are integral members of the St George Hospital pharmacy leadership team to provide strategic, clinical and operational objectives for the pharmacy service. The position will have joint responsibility with other Team Leader and Lead Pharmacist positions, to maintain leadership, management and continuity of service provision of the pharmacy service across all operational hours.

• Up to 12 allocated days off each year in addition to annual leave.
• Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance.

For role related queries or questions contact Ibrahim Hamad on

Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace

We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.

• An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
• If you have relevant qualifications or experience, please include any supporting documents with your application.
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
• SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural background, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support () and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.