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Diversional Therapists

ANZSCO Code: 411311 / Group D

Diversional Therapists plan, design, coordinate, and implement recreational and leisure activity programs to support, challenge, and enhance the psychological, spiritual, social, emotional, and physical wellbeing of individuals.

Diversional Therapists

Occupation Descriptions for Diversional Therapists

Diversional Therapists plan, design, coordinate, and implement recreation and leisure activity programs to support, challenge, and enhance individuals’ psychological, spiritual, social, emotional, and physical wellbeing

  • Recreational Therapist

Specialisations:

  • Activities Coordinator
  • Activities Officer

Occupations not considered suitable under this ANZSCO code:

  • Aged or Disabled Carer
  • Personal Carer
  • Personal Care Worker

These occupations are classified elsewhere in ANZSCO.

Diversional Therapist is a VETASSESS Group D occupation.

Group A

This occupation requires a qualification comparable to an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Certificate IV or higher.

Applicants can fulfil the assessment criteria for this occupation in one of four ways:

If employment begins before completing the required qualification, the applicant must have at least one year of highly relevant employment at the appropriate skill level within the last five years. The remaining three years of pre-qualification experience may be within the last ten years.

A positive assessment of both qualification level and employment duration is required for a successful Skills Assessment outcome.

Additional qualifications in a highly relevant field of study include those comparable to the following levels: 

  • AQF Diploma 
  • AQF Advanced Diploma
  • AQF Associate Degree or AQF Graduate Diploma

Highly relevant paid employment duration (20 hours or more per week) 

Applicants must have a minimum of four years of relevant employment at an appropriate skill level within the five years before applying for a Skills Assessment. This includes:

  • At least one year of highly relevant employment within the last five years before applying.
  • Plus, three years of relevant employment, which can be from any time, even outside the last five years.

Qualification and Employment Criteria

Qualification

AQF Certificate IV or higher qualification

This occupation requires a qualification in Diversional Therapy, including studies in Leisure and Health or Therapeutic Recreation.

This includes qualifications assessed at AQF Certificate IV, Diploma, Associate Degree, Bachelor, Graduate Diploma, Master, and Doctoral levels.

Employment

Highly relevant tasks include:

  • Planning and implementing leisure activity programs for individuals in healthcare and the community to aid in their social development and enhance their sense of wellbeing.
  • Identifying individual needs through task analysis.
  • Evaluating and assessing clients’ abilities, interests, needs, strengths, weaknesses, and interaction skills.
  • Maintaining knowledge of available resources within the facility and community.
  • Organising leisure and recreational events.
  • Assisting in training and supervising volunteers and staff.
  • Providing information on support resources within the local community.
  • Encouraging and supporting clients to participate in activities tailored to their needs and interests.
  • Adapting programs to suit individual clients’ needs, interests, skills, and abilities.

If employment starts before completing the required qualification, applicants need at least one year of highly relevant employment at the appropriate skill level within the last five years. The remaining three years of pre-qualification experience may be within the last ten years. A positive assessment of both qualification level and employment duration is required for a positive Skills Assessment Outcome.

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    Employment information

    Diversional Therapists typically work with individuals in aged care, those with physical or intellectual disabilities, mental illness, or undergoing medical treatment or rehabilitation from injury or surgery. They collaborate with other healthcare professionals to address the needs of their clients and discuss their interests, assisting them in finding appealing activities. They arrange outings and activities, coordinate these events, and support clients in managing their lifestyle choices.

    Supporting material for assessment

    When applying for a Skills Assessment, it’s essential to provide ample evidence to support your proof of identity, qualifications, and employment claims. You can find a comprehensive list of required documents on the VETASSESS website under Eligibility Criteria.

    How to apply

    If you’re a professional choosing to migrate to Australia, chances are you’re likely to be assessed by us. We assess 360 different professional occupations, assessing your skills, experience and qualifications.

    1. Find

    Find the VETASSESS occupation that best matches your abilities and experience.

    2. Match

    Match your skills and experience to your chosen occupation.

    3. Prepare

    Get ready to apply by preparing all the information and documents you need. 

    4. Apply

    Apply online when you’re ready. If you’re still unsure, skills assessment support is available when you need it.