Primary Care Connect is a local, not-for-profit organisation who has proudly supported our community for over 30 years. Operating under the social model of health, we offer inclusive community health care services of the highest quality. We work collaboratively with our clients and other services to best support the health and wellbeing needs of all people. We pride ourselves on providing trauma informed, person centred and consumer driven care that allows people to take control of their lives and bring about meaningful change.
Visit our website for our organisation's vision, journey and strategic direction.
We are seeking a Personal Trainer to join our gym team!
About the Role
The Personal Trainer will develop, deliver, and supervise training programs for Primary Care Connect's clients. The PT will ensure that Primary Care Connect, in accordance with industry training requirements, provides a safe and professional space to deliver training programs. Programs the Personal Trainer will deliver but is not limited to, will include:
Group personal training Older adults group fitness classes Lungs in Action training Group specific exercise classes (Refugee, Women, Community Cancer) Other training programs as required The Personal Trainer reports to the Team Leader Allied Health and works within the Primary Health Team. It is also expected that this position works within the larger Primary Care Connect team, and network with external organisations.
Key Selection Criteria
The following criteria must be met and addressed in applications for consideration for this position:
Certificate III in Fitness Registration with recognised fitness body such as Fitness Australia or Physical Activity Australia Current Apply First Aid or equivalent Minimum of two years experience in the Health and Fitness Industry Experience in writing and reviewing personal training programs for a wide variety of clients and experience in conducting individual and group training High level of knowledge of exercise prescription and personal training techniques, including functional based training Ability to motivate and engage with clients throughout personal training sessions Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety in relation to personal training Commitment to professional development through relevant professional peak bodies Experience using technology to complete daily work tasks Professional and personal alignment to Primary Care Connects core values Certificate IV in Fitness An understanding of the social determinants of health and health promoting principles Benefits and Perks
Primary Care Connect provides a supportive workplace with staff who are committed and passionate about the community that we work in. Some of the many benefits of working with PCC include:
Professional Development Salary Packaging Employee Assistance Program In House Gym All candidates who are interested in the position must include in their application the following:
Cover letter including address to Key Selection Criteria Resume with at least two professional references, or willingness to provide on request. Further information can be found by:
Visiting our careers page: Contacting Leigh Stanbrook– Executive Manager of Health Services 03 5823 3200 Primary Care Connect (PCC) is committed to supporting the safety, wellbeing, culture and participation of all children and young people. We have a zero-tolerance policy to child abuse and neglect; we work to identify early risks and take action regarding all allegations and safety concerns. As a Child Safe Organisation every employee and volunteer is required to have a current Working with Childrens Check.
Primary Care Connect acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians of the land and acknowledges and respect to their Elders, past and present.
We welcome people of any age, gender, sex, sexuality, culture, religion, and ability.
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