Diversional Therapist - Memory Care

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Summerset is seeking a Diversional Therapist for the Cambridge village, a full-time onsite role Monday to Friday 9:30 am to 6 pm. You’ll design and lead purposeful recreational programs for seniors in a care supportive setting, promote dignity and independence, and collaborate with the team to extend activities across the village. Typical duties include planning individual and group activities, supporting residents to participate in village life, monitoring progress, and managing monthly activity budgets with approval from the Village Manager. The ideal candidate has a National Certificate in Diversional Therapy (Level 4) or 3+ years of relevant experience, dementia care exposure, strong planning and communication skills, First Aid, a full clean driver’s license and ability to drive a Mobility Van, and MS Office proficiency. Apply early due to the 11 August deadline; Summerset offers excellent benefits, training opportunities, and a values-driven culture.

Company Description

You can help bring our villages to life!  

At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents.

Job Description

As a Diversional Therapist at our Cambridge village, you’ll be empowered to create a recreational programme for seniors living in a care supportive environment. You will be leading a culture of purposeful engagement which promotes dignity and independence through the therapeutic recreation process. Through personalised recreation plans and engaging activities, you’ll help residents maintain independence, dignity, and connection with others.

Typical duties include:

• Planning and running individual and group activities that are purposeful and enjoyable
• Supporting residents to participate in the social life of the Care Centre and wider village
• Collaborating with other team members to extend activities across the village as appropriate
• Monitoring and reporting resident progress and maintaining accurate activity records
• Managing monthly activity programme budgets with approval from the Village Manager

This is permanent full-time role working a roster of Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 6.00pm. 

Qualifications

You’ll be creative, compassionate, and highly organised – with a genuine interest in enhancing the lives of older people through social connection and therapeutic engagement.

You’ll bring with you:

• National Certificate in Diversional Therapy (Level 4) – or at least 3 years of relevant work experience
• Experience working within dementia care
• Excellent planning and time management skills, with a proactive mindset
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• First Aid Certificate (or willingness to complete a two-day course)
• A full, clean driver’s licence & ability to drive a Mobility Van.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

At Summerset, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life.

Additional Information

Summerset's known for its excellent benefits and strong sense of values around care, teamwork and drive for excellence. With some of the best benefits in the sector, some of these include:

• Weekend additional penal hourly rates apply 
• Time and a half for all work or shifts over 8 hours in a day
• Training opportunities - we will support you to achieve your National Certificate in Diversional Therapy (Level 4) and first aid certificate
• Southern Cross Health Essentials Insurance

Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on Tuesday 11th August. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!