Mobility Exercise and Engagement Officer (Physio Aide) null

Why join us?

We have a long history of providing exceptional care that empowers older people to live full life.  As a not-for-profit aged care provider, we’re able to invest in providing an exceptional experience to our clients as well as support and develop our frontline staff to achieve this. 

When you join us, you will be provided with a competitive rate of pay with shift allowances, not-for-profit salary packaging benefits and the support of a wonderful leadership team and colleagues

We are calling for a highly motivated, team-orientated person with exceptional interpersonal skills to join our vibrant care teams at our residential homes as a Mobility, Exercise & Engagement Officer.  As an MEEO, you will be working under the supervision of our Physiotherapist and in collaboration with our lifestyle recreational team to deliver exercise, reablement and wellness programs for our residents.  As well as close interaction with the team you will regularly liaise with residents and their families.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake treatment goals and objectives under the guidance of an Allied Health Professional and/or Registered Nurse propose treatment goals and objectives
• Implement resident treatment plans with guidance from the Physiotherapist including one-on-one therapy, exercise classes and groups sessions
• Applying therapeutic techniques (e.g. heat, cold or massage therapies)
• Motivate residents to stay on track with their chosen goals
• Focus on providing the highest quality treatment for residents that allows for excellent outcomes
• Documenting resident treatments, and changes in condition and accordingly deferring to the physiotherapist or Registered Nurse should there be a change to a resident’s condition.
• Work closely in a collaborative team environment, sharing knowledge and communicating appropriately with team members to deliver the best care.

Requirements

• Certificate Cert III or Cert IV in Allied Health Assistance (specializing in Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy) or equivalent such as Certificate III or IV in Fitness
• Experience in physiotherapy assistance
• Have knowledge of anatomy and physiology to support safe and effective exercise within the aging population
• A warm, friendly and empathic approach with a passion for Aged Care
• Strong computer literacy and numeracy skills are essential
• Computer literacy skills such as using mobile devices and web applications a must
• Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and complete activities (including the ability to work within the scope of practice and seek assistance when required) as delegated by supervising Physiotherapist/Allied Health Professional
• Up-to-date COVID-19 Vaccination & Current Flu Vaccinations required
• NDIS Check
• Commitment to quality, best practice and environmental safety

Ideally, you will 2nd - 4th-year physiotherapy student or have completed Certificate III or Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or are a recent graduate in disciplines such as Exercise Physiology, Sports Therapy/Rehabilitation.

Want to join our Southern Cross Care family? Apply today!

We can’t wait to hear from you!

Only applicants with permanent residency or full working rights will be considered for this position

About Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT)

We are a not-for-profit organisation with a mission to empower older people to ‘live life to the full’. For the last 50 years, our name has been trusted by the community to provide care and support for thousands of people in over 40 locations across NSW and the ACT.

We have a passion for providing the best care with clinical excellence. We offer person-centred care services to meet individual needs and preferences in residential aged care as well as in-home care. At SCC, people are at the heart of everything we do. We support our employees to excel!