About Us: At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 4,300 staff and 600volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.
Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on theB E S T philosophy –Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values ofKindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion , and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do. More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website -
Why choose Uniting AgeWell - Northcote Allied Health Easy to access with public transport andfree on/off site parking Above award hourly rates Salary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650 annually Annual Leave loading Career pathways , education and training opportunities Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program available 24/7 for our staff Enhanced Parental Leave options Location options - move within ourUniting AgeWell network (Victoria and Tasmania) Not for profit,values-based organisation About the role: An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic Exercise Physiology Team Leader to join our friendly and dedicated team at the Northcote AgeWell Centre.
At Uniting AgeWell, we are passionate about educating and empowering older adults to live their best, healthy lives. We strive to ensure our clients are confident to continue living at home independently.
As an Exercise Physiology Team Leader, you will play a critical role in our innovative multidisciplinary team. Your primary focus will be providing EP services to older adults attending our centre-based programs, including both individual and/or group-based modes of delivery, while also leading and supporting a team of Exercise Physiologists.
With our strong emphasis on enhancing client well-being, you will be responsible for assessing and delivering evidence-based exercise programs to customers funded through the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) referred through My Aged Care; and to those in receipt of a home care package.
Additionally, you will provide leadership, guidance, and support to the Exercise Physiology team, ensuring high standards of care and professional development. An important part of your role will be providing support to our team of Exercise Physiologists who work across four sites in Melbourne. You will run regular team meetings and provide one-to-one clinical supervision to them.
About you: The ideal candidate will be customer-focused, reliable, and adaptable. They will be motivated and committed to the provision of customer-centred care and demonstrate strong leadership skills to effectively manage and support their team. The candidate should have the capacity to work well autonomously and in a team environment, fostering collaboration and professional development among team members.
We are looking for individuals with: ESSA accreditation as an Exercise Physiologist Demonstrated experience in the completion of physical assessments, development of care plans, and implementation of evidence-based clinical interventions for clientele with a variety of health conditions Proven leadership and team management skills, including the ability to mentor, motivate, and develop a team of Exercise Physiologists and other staff members (desirable) Experience with running group exercise programs, i.e., strength and conditioning sessions, balance groups, hydrotherapy programs (desirable) Experience in the Aged Care or Community Sectors (desirable) Demonstrated capacity to work in a multidisciplinary team Demonstrated interpersonal skills both written and verbal High-level organizational skills and computer literacy Are committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the B E S T way of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust) Essentials for working in Aged Care: A current Working With Children Check card Current and ongoing flu and COVID-19 Vaccinations Australian working rights Ability to pass a national police clearance and NDIS Clearance Make a positive difference in your community – apply now! Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this role.
For more information please contact the Recruitment Team at . Please note the position and location.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to hearing from you!
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