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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network
• Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit, Daw Park
• Salary   OPS-3  $67,589 - $72,033  p.a. (pro rata) + superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Temporary up tp 12/12/25 and part-time working 22.5 hours per week

Are you passionate about helping others regain independence and quality of life?

Join our dynamic team in the Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit.  As the Recreation Coordinator you will play a key role in the Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit (BIRU).  You will play a pivotal role in delivering tailored recreation services to patients. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you’ll collaborate with patients and their families from diverse cultural backgrounds, designing activities that promote recovery and enhance their ability to live fulfilling lives. Your work will make a meaningful difference, supporting individuals to achieve their goals and reach their full potential.

In this role, you’ll bring creativity, compassion, and expertise to a dynamic healthcare setting, empowering both patients and colleagues alike. If you’re ready to take on a rewarding position where your skills can transform lives, we want to hear from you!

About You

We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Recreation Coordinator who is passionate about empowering patients through meaningful recreational activities. To excel in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Skills and Abilities: Strong teamwork, independence, advocacy skills, and proficiency in recreational activities such as art, craft, and sport.
• Experience: Proven experience working with adults with neurological conditions, brain injuries, and within interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams.
• Knowledge: A sound understanding of rehabilitation principles and adherence to relevant legislation, including the Equal Opportunity Act and Work Health and Safety Act.
• Attributes: Excellent communication, report-writing skills, and the physical capability to perform a wide range of duties.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive yet challenging environment. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you!

About CALHN

The Central Adelaide Local Health Network includes South’s Australia’s major quaternary facility, the Royal Adelaide Hospital, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, the Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre, and the Repat Health Precinct. We also deliver mental health services at Glenside Health Services and at a range of other locations across the metropolitan and regional areas.

We’re looking for talented staff to join us and help us to shape the future of health through world-class care and world-class research and achieve our vision of being in the top 50 health services in the world and top 5 in Australia.

Benefit of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. 
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families. 
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites. 
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref: 902644

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 6 June 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

 902644 RD Recreation Co-ordinator - Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit.pdf

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