Adult Day Centre Coordinator​/Diversional Therapist

Overview

The Team:
The Adult Day Centre at Latrobe offers a range of activities, including games, crafts, excursions and other interest-based programs for clients attending the centre. The Service Coordinator ensures that care is delivered efficiently and effectively, in accordance with best practice principles and relevant legislative standards, within a collaborative and multidisciplinary framework.

The Adult Day Centre Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Adult Day Centre, including overseeing centre activities, staff, and material and financial resources. If you are passionate about working with clients to improve their wellbeing within a supportive social environment, this position would be an excellent fit for you.

You will need

• Experience in the operation of diversional therapy programs and legislative frameworks such as My Aged Care
• A desire to work with clients in the community to provide an engaging and positive environment for social connection and support
• Ability to work autonomously as well as in a multidisciplinary team

Note:

Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites. Tasmania, Australia’s only island state, offers natural beauty and a lifestyle that supports a health career in Tasmania’s public health system, fostering strong professional connections and meaningful community impact.

Fixed term part time, day worker position, working 60.8 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 23 March 2026.

Fixed term part time, day worker position, working 56 hours per fortnight, commencing 14 April 2026 until 25 June 2026.

Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary: $81,915 to $94,263 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

Salary Packaging: You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• Professional development and accelerated pathways
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support
• Fitness Passport – You and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here.

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Diploma Community Services (Leisure & Lifestyle) or relevant qualification
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Current Driver’s Licence

Note:

Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on pre-employment checks.

Statement of Duties and associated documents

• Statement of Duties and associated documents (e.g.,  521554 Adult Day Centre Coordinator - Diversional Therapist B4)

How to apply

Apply Online. Please click the Apply button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered. You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria is not required.

Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role.

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the named contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name:
Lynn Sims
Position:
Nurse Unit Manager - Community Specialist Services
Phone:
Email: lynn.sims.gov.au

What it is like working at the Department of Health

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values of the Department of Health. We encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.