Allied Health Assistant - 2 Days/Week Rehab & Wellness

Arcare Aged Care; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to discounts at Apple, Samsung,

Gyms + Travel + Health Insurance

Job summary

Arcare Aged Care is seeking an Allied Health Assistant for our Mount Waverley residence in Knox. This permanent part-time role focuses on 1:1 and small group exercise therapy to improve residents’ functional independence and wellbeing.

Reporting to the Senior Physiotherapist, you will integrate into a multidisciplinary team within a person-centred, evidence-based care environment. Cert IV in Allied Health Assistance preferred or pursuing related degree.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (desired), or working towards a Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy degree.
• Vaccinations up to date or willing to obtain as required by legislation and policy.
• Current Provide First Aid certificate and CPR.

Responsibilities

• Enhance residents' wellness through restorative/rehabilitative exercise programs.
• Deliver 1:1 and small group exercise therapy per physiotherapist care plan.
• Assist with client assessments and re-assessments of physical capabilities.
• Ensure access to assistive devices as advised by the physiotherapist.
• Assist with admin tasks and liaise with families.

Skills

1:1 and group exercise therapy

Computer & phone literacy

Education

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

Arcare Aged Care is seeking an Allied Health Assistant for our Mount Waverley residence in Knox. This permanent part-time role focuses on 1:1 and small group exercise therapy to improve residents’ functional independence and wellbeing.

Reporting to the Senior Physiotherapist, you will integrate into a multidisciplinary team within a person-centred, evidence-based care environment. Cert IV in Allied Health Assistance preferred or pursuing related degree.