Exercise Physiologist - HASI Plus

Uniting NSW & ACT; City of Parramatta; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging up to $18,500pa

Fitness Passport

U Rewards discounts

4 Me Days

4 CPD Days per calendar year

Ongoing Training

Career Development

Job summary

Uniting NSW.ACT seeks an Exercise Physiologist for the HASI Plus Program in Carlingford, Western Sydney. This max-term, part-time role (3 days/week) focuses on designing and delivering safe, effective exercise interventions to support adults with mental health challenges in securing stable accommodation.

The successful candidate holds a Bachelor-level qualification in movement science, ESSA accreditation, a current Australian driver’s license, and at least 2 years’ experience with severe mental

Qualifications

• Bachelor level qualification in Human Movement, Exercise Science, or equivalent.
• Accreditation with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA).
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence.
• At least 2 years’ experience including working with clients with a severe and persistent mental illness.

Responsibilities

• Develop, organise, and supervise individual and group exercise programs.
• Facilitate evidence-based exercise and lifestyle interventions to enhance wellbeing and reduce mental health symptoms.
• Monitor progress and adapt programs to suit changing client needs.

Education

Bachelor level qualification in Human Movement, Exercise Science, or equivalent

Job description

Exercise Physiologist – HASI Plus Program
Location: Carlingford (Western Sydney)
Employment Type: Max-term for 1 year; Part-time (3 days per week) Preferred: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
Award: HPA Level 2 $38.66 + super + generous salary packaging

About The Role

We are seeking a qualified Exercise Physiologist to join our Housing and Accommodation Support Initiative (HASI plus) within Uniting’s Recovery division. HASI is a community outreach service that assists adults with mental health challenges to maintain secure accommodation and actively engage in their communities.

In this role, you will design, deliver, evaluate, and adapt safe and effective exercise interventions to support clients’ physical and emotional wellbeing. You’ll be part of a dedicated community mental health team making a real difference in people’s lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, organise, and supervise individual and group exercise programs.
• Facilitate evidence-based exercise and lifestyle interventions to enhance wellbeing and reduce mental health symptoms.
• Monitor progress and adapt programs to suit changing client needs.
• Bachelor level qualification in Human Movement, Exercise Science, or equivalent
• Accreditation with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA)
• Current Australian Driver’s License
• At least 2 years’ experience including working with clients with a severe and persistent mental illness

Benefits & culture

We celebrate diversity and welcome all people, regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. As part of the Uniting family, you will benefit from:

• Salary Packaging upto $18,500pa – increase your take-home pay
• Fitness Passport – support for your wellbeing
• U Rewards – discounts from top retailers
• 4 Me Days – additional paid leave each year (pro rata)
• 4 CPD Days per calendar year (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Ongoing Training – dedicated professional development days, cultural awareness, and more
• Career Development – supportive environment within a large organisation

About Uniting

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity

At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.