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Recreation Officer
Quilpie QLD 4480 (Australia)
South West Hospital and Health Service has an exciting opportunity for a Recreation Officer to join our team in Quilpie.
Join us in building better health in the bush!
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Community Care |
| Classification | CA3 |
| Workplace Location | South West Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/SW672147 |
| Closing date | 06-Jan-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Teneille de Jong |
| Contact details | 07 4656 0100 Access the National Relay Service |
Your opportunity
Work collaboratively and harmoniously within a multi-disciplinary team. Plan, document, implement and evaluate a recreational therapy programs appropriate to the individual resident needs. Have the ability to provide an innovative flexible person-centred approach when planning activities.
Provide a Healthy Ageing approach for long stay residents of Quilpie MPHS. Incorporating and welcoming the older community residents to be involved in the activities you organise. Adopt a “Young and Old” collaborative approach to Healthy Ageing.
The very nature of what we do and who we are is the real opportunity. Providing health care support in the bush is full of challenges, however, it remains the most rewarding of human experiences.
Quilpie Multi-Purpose Health Service is a 14 bed facility located approximately 950kms West of Brisbane servicing a population of 654 people. Breathe in the fresh country air, take in the red outback sunset and enjoy the relaxed but fun lifestyle this friendly town has to offer. From quirky races like camels and yabbies to iconic horse races, the Channel Country doesn't fall short of racing events. Our team take pride in providing integrated community and hospital care that is of the highest standard.
What we can do for you
Ultimately, we provide you a platform to leapfrog your career with more opportunities to experience a wider scope of practice with less competition due to location and population.
Nowhere else will you experience the vast diversity and career advancement other than in rural and remote Queensland.
- Up to 12.75% employer superannuation contribution!
- Opportunities to progress your career and scope of practice!
- Make a positive difference to members of our community!
Be a part of something bigger
South West Hospital and Health Service are part of Queensland Health and partner with many influential and leading organisations to boost partnerships and deliver world-class health care and services. We service an area of more than 310,000 square kilometres, are bordered by three states and cover 21% of Queensland. We provide services to a population of 26,000 via 26 healthcare facilities, consisting of Hospitals, Multipurpose Health Services, Community Clinics, Aged Care Facilities and General Practice Services.
Take a look at what Quilpie has to offer! https://www.outbackqueensland.com.au/town/Quilpie/ & https://www.aussietowns.com.au/town/quilpie-qld
For more information on South West Hospital and Health Service - https://www.southwest.health.qld.gov.au/
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
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