Therapy Assistant

**About The Role**

Casual position

We are seeking for an energetic and enthusiastic Therapy Assistant who can take up this casual position. Applicants must be able to do various shifts.

**About the Facility**

Centrally located, Aegis Melville, is a Residence that includes a host of amenities including lounge areas where residents and guests can mingle in a relaxed and social atmosphere. The co-located Kitchener Gardens Village offers a nearby Retirement Village option.

Aegis Melville offers a vibrant community in caring for the elderly. This location ensures that a large variety of shopping and service options including restaurants. Many 'day trip' venues are located close-by, providing a wonderful variety of choice for that special outing.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-driven individual to join the Aegis Parkview Facility team as a **Therapy Assistant** on a Casual basis.

As an integral part of the team, you will:

- Provide mobility and exercise programs to our Residents under the direction and supervision of the Physiotherapist.
- Provide recreational and other Therapeutic activity programs to our Residents under the direction and supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
- Participate in the organisation and planning of Therapy programs.
- Deliver a range of Therapy-based activity programs as directed.
- Complete accurate documentation in line with relevant guidelines.
- Accompany Resident groups on outings.

While working at Aegis, we will provide you with a range of benefits including:

- Competitive rates of pay.
- Ongoing training and opportunities for career growth.
- Contributions towards your professional development.
- Employee discount from a number of trusted businesses.

**About Aegis**

The Aegis Aged Care Group has been providing quality care services to West Australians for over 40 years. We are committed to excellence through imagination and innovation, providing a quality life for those who live in one of our 29 Care Facilities in WA. Aegis is our State’s largest Residential Aged Care Provider employing over 4,500 staff.

Our culture of coaching and continuous improvement means not only will you get to work in a challenging and rewarding environment, but also within a company that fosters the growth of all employees.

**Requirements of the role**
- Hold a Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance or higher/equivalent.
- A Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or equivalent/higher or experience (desirable but not essential).
- Have experience in a similar role preferred (Occupational Therapist Assistant or Physiotherapist Assistant).
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and coach staff to deliver quality lifestyle and therapy activities.
- Sound written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Have empathy with the elderly.
- Have full Australian working rights and able to pass a national police clearance.

**How To Apply**

Please click the “Apply” button if you meet the criteria and see a future with Aegis as a valuable member of our diverse team of staff, dedicated to the care of our elderly.