Art Therapist (Gr3) - Adult IPU
The Alfred Foundation, Alfred, NY, United States
Overview
Art Therapist Grade 3
– Permanent Part-time (0.4 EFT / 32 hours) – Located at The Alfred’s IPU. Weekend work may be required.
Organization
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for a population of approximately 1.2 million people in Melbourne and surrounding areas. The organization operates multiple sites, providing a full range of services with education and training central to staff development.
Responsibilities
Provide a client-centred art therapy program that enhances the wellbeing and recovery of patients admitted to acute in-patient units.
Participate in the establishment of the therapeutic group program.
Contribute to a multidisciplinary approach to care within Alfred Mental & Addiction Health (AMAH), focusing on individuals with serious mental illness.
Engage in professional development, supervision, and performance management processes as part of the AMAH team.
Qualifications and Experience
Relevant qualifications in Art Therapy, eligible for registration with the appropriate registering body.
Experience in development and implementation of group programs.
Demonstrated skills in principles and practice of Art Therapy for people with serious mental illness, including assessment and development of individual treatment and management plans in consultation with the multidisciplinary team.
Australian working rights and current Influenza vaccination.
Shifts and Work Arrangements
Shifts will be allocated on a roster system; weekend work may be required.
Staff Benefits
Salary packaging and novated leasing through Maxxia.
Onsite car (subject to availability) and bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax.
Onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport Health and Fitness.
Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services.
Supportive multidisciplinary team environment; close to public transport and cafes.
Application and Diversity
If this opportunity sounds like it is for you, apply with your resume and cover letter. For enquiries, contact Fran Ngu (Allied Health Manager) at f.ngu@alfred.org.au. Applications close 11pm AEST, Friday 8 May 2026. Bayside Health embraces diversity and encourages applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, contact the person listed above. In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in certain roles are required to be vaccinated against influenza or have a medical exemption.
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Art Therapist Grade 3
– Permanent Part-time (0.4 EFT / 32 hours) – Located at The Alfred’s IPU. Weekend work may be required.
Organization
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for a population of approximately 1.2 million people in Melbourne and surrounding areas. The organization operates multiple sites, providing a full range of services with education and training central to staff development.
Responsibilities
Provide a client-centred art therapy program that enhances the wellbeing and recovery of patients admitted to acute in-patient units.
Participate in the establishment of the therapeutic group program.
Contribute to a multidisciplinary approach to care within Alfred Mental & Addiction Health (AMAH), focusing on individuals with serious mental illness.
Engage in professional development, supervision, and performance management processes as part of the AMAH team.
Qualifications and Experience
Relevant qualifications in Art Therapy, eligible for registration with the appropriate registering body.
Experience in development and implementation of group programs.
Demonstrated skills in principles and practice of Art Therapy for people with serious mental illness, including assessment and development of individual treatment and management plans in consultation with the multidisciplinary team.
Australian working rights and current Influenza vaccination.
Shifts and Work Arrangements
Shifts will be allocated on a roster system; weekend work may be required.
Staff Benefits
Salary packaging and novated leasing through Maxxia.
Onsite car (subject to availability) and bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax.
Onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport Health and Fitness.
Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services.
Supportive multidisciplinary team environment; close to public transport and cafes.
Application and Diversity
If this opportunity sounds like it is for you, apply with your resume and cover letter. For enquiries, contact Fran Ngu (Allied Health Manager) at f.ngu@alfred.org.au. Applications close 11pm AEST, Friday 8 May 2026. Bayside Health embraces diversity and encourages applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, contact the person listed above. In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in certain roles are required to be vaccinated against influenza or have a medical exemption.
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