Our rest home is seeking a compassionate and motivated Exercise Physiology Coordinator to join our resident wellness and mobility programs. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of older adults by promoting independence, health, and quality of life through tailored exercise interventions.
This is a permanent full-time position and you are required to work at least 30 hours per week between Monday to Friday within the normal business operation hours.
Key Responsibilities:
- Program Development & Delivery
- Design and deliver individual and group exercise programs suited to residents’ needs, medical conditions, and mobility levels.
- Implement evidence-based interventions to improve strength, balance, cardiovascular health, and fall prevention.
- Monitor progress and adjust programs as required.
- Resident Support & Education
- Conduct initial health and fitness assessments for new residents.
- Provide education on healthy lifestyle practices, injury prevention, and chronic disease management.
- Motivate and support residents to engage in active living.
- Coordination & Management
- Develop a schedule of exercise classes, rehabilitation sessions, and wellness activities.
- Oversee exercise physiology assistants, physiotherapy aides, or volunteers as required.
- Collaborate with allied health professionals (physiotherapists, occupational therapists, dietitians, GPs) to ensure holistic resident care.
- Compliance & Reporting
- Maintain accurate resident records, assessments, and progress notes.
- Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety regulations.
- Provide program outcome reports and recommendations to management.
About You:
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At least a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology (or equivalent)
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Experience working with older adults, ideally in aged care or rehabilitation is preferred.
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Strong knowledge of chronic disease management, mobility support, and rehabilitation.
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Excellent communication and motivational skills, with a resident-focused approach.
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Organised, empathetic, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.