Exercise Scientist

Uniting AgeWell Limited; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Above award hourly rates

Salary packaging up to $15,900 + $2,

Annual Leave loading

Career pathways

Employee Assistance Program 24/7

Enhanced Parental Leave

Uniting AgeWell network locations

Not-for-profit values-based org

Job summary

Uniting AgeWell Limited is seeking a qualified Exercise Scientist to deliver evidence-based programs for older adults, enhancing mobility, strength and balance through individualised and group sessions on-site at the Burwood Hub, with home-based options where appropriate.

In this permanent full-time role, you will work within a multidisciplinary team, assess needs, develop care plans and lead adaptations to support independence and wellbeing for our clients in the aged care setting.

Qualifications

• ESSA accreditation as an Exercise Scientist.
• Experience performing physical assessments and creating care plans.
• Experience leading group exercise programs for older adults.
• Proficiency in Pilates (reformer & floor), Yoga and Tai Chi.
• Experience in Aged Care or community sectors preferred.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a caseload.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based exercise programs for older adults on-site and home-based visits.
• Assess, plan and implement interventions to improve mobility, strength and balance.
• Collaborate with physiotherapists, occupational therapists and other health professionals.
• Maintain client records and contribute to program evaluation.
• Support independence and wellbeing through goal-directed services at Burwood Hub.

Skills

ESSA accreditation

Assessments

Care plans

Group exercise

Pilates

Yoga

Tai Chi

Aged care exp

Collaboration

Caseload management

Record keeping

Interpersonal

Tech literacy

Autonomy

Job description

At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 5,000staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.

Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do. More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website - www.unitingagewell.org

Why choose Uniting AgeWell - Burwood?

• Easy to access with public transport and free on/off site parking
• Above awardhourly rates
• Salary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650annually
• Annual Leave loading
• Career pathways, education and training opportunities
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programavailable 24/7 for our staff
• Enhanced Parental Leaveoptions
• Location options - move within ourUniting AgeWell network(Victoria and Tasmania)
• Not for profit,values-basedorganisation

About the role:

As a qualified and dedicated Exercise Scientist, you will deliver evidence-based exercise programs specifically designed for older adults. You'll work alongside our multidisciplinary team to assess, plan, and implement safe, effective exercise interventions that enhance mobility, strength, balance, and overall wellbeing for our clients on-site and with a possibility of home-based services

You will play a pivotal role in our Burwood Hub, where our services are goal-directed and aim to maximise independence and autonomy.

The position is permanent full time, 5 days a week - 9am-5pm.

About you:

You are passionate about what you do and are committed to delivering best practice. You want to make a difference in the lives of older adults by enhancing their self-esteem and empowering them.

• ESSA accreditation as an Exercise Scientist
• Experience in conducting physical assessments, developing care plans, and implementing evidence-based clinical interventions
• Experience leading group exercise programs tailored to various ability levels and health conditions
• Eg strength and conditioning sessions or balance groups such as Pilates (reformer & floor-based), Yoga, and Tai Chi
• Experience in the Aged Care or Community Sectors (desirable)
• Collaborate with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and healthcare professionals
• Monitor client progress and adapt programs to optimize outcomes
• Educate participants about healthy aging and injury prevention
• Maintain detailed records and contribute to program evaluation
• The ability to work autonomously and manage a caseload independently
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
• High-level organizational skills and computer literacy
• Are committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the BESTway of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust)

Essentials for working in Aged Care:

• A current Working With Children Check employee card
• Current and ongoing flu vaccinations
• Ability to pass a national police clearance and NDIS Clearance
• Drivers license and own car registered and insured

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this role.

You can access the position description here:Exercise Scientist PD.pdf

For more information please contact the Recruitment Team at***********@unitingagewell.org. Please note the position and location.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to hearing from you!