Temporary Forensic Creative Arts Therapist – Flexible Hours

ACT; Canberra; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Salary packaging

Flexible work

Superannuation 12.5%

EAP access

Onsite physiotherapy

Job summary

Canberra Health Services in Canberra is seeking a passionate Creative Arts Therapist to join the Forensic Mental Health Inpatient Services team at the Dhulwa Mental Health Unit. You will deliver creative arts therapies to individuals with complex mental health needs in a secure inpatient setting, supported by supervision and professional development opportunities.

The role requires strong communication, trauma‑informed, person‑centred care, and collaboration with consumers, carers and

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialised creative arts assessments and therapeutic interventions.
• Contribute to planning and evaluation of recovery-focused programs.
• Maintain high-quality clinical documentation and governance activities.
• Support education, supervision, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to a safe, therapeutic ward environment.

Job description

Canberra Health Services in Canberra is seeking a passionate Creative Arts Therapist to join the Forensic Mental Health Inpatient Services team at the Dhulwa Mental Health Unit. You will deliver creative arts therapies to individuals with complex mental health needs in a secure inpatient setting, supported by supervision and professional development opportunities.

The role requires strong communication, trauma‑informed, person‑centred care, and collaboration with consumers, carers and