Allied Health Assistant

**About Us**

We have a long history of providing exceptional care that empowers older people to live a 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.

**Southern Cross Benefits**
- Salary Packaging ($15,900), plus meal and entertainment benefit package to the value of $2,650
- Heart HQ - our Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) People Platform, packed with exclusive retail discounts, and features designed to help you celebrate, connect and succeed
- Fitness Passport - Discounted workplace health and fitness program available to you and your family. Gain full access to nominated gyms, pools, health and leisure centres across NSW & ACT
- Discounted private health insurance
- Wellbeing initiatives such as Reward and Recognition Program, Employee Assistance Program
- Annual leave loading
- Ongoing Training and Development
- Linkedin Training - SCC's Senior Leaders and Support Office teams can access a digital library of over 6000 courses
- Genuine Career Progression Pathways - Buddy Program, New Grad Elevate Program, Study Support
- Referral Bonus Program

**The Role**

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Allied Health Assistant (AHA) with a background in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Therapy, or Fitness to join our growing Allied Health team. This role is vital in supporting the physical wellbeing, independence, and re -enablement of older adults across our Residential Aged Care facilities, Home Care programs, and Community Centre wellness initiatives.

Working under the delegation and supervision of Physiotherapists and other Allied Health Professionals, the AHA will deliver safe, person-centred exercise programs tailored to individual needs and group settings. You will play a key role in running functional fitness and wellness classes, facilitating re-enablement programs, and providing 1:1 support to clients based on clinical direction. A core component of this role will be the oversight and coordination of wellness gyms, ensuring equipment is used safely and programs are both engaging and effective.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of older people, encouraging independence and participation through movement. You’ll work closely with a supportive multidisciplinary team and be part of a progressive, client-focused organisation that values wellbeing as central to ageing well.

This role will be based out of our Head Office in Epping, but will require occasional travel to the Clinical sites.
- Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance (specialising 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
- 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 Vaccination required
- NDIS Check
- Commitment to quality, best practice and environmental safety

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

**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_
- Join us at SCC NSW & ACT, where your work is not just a job, but a journey filled with opportunities to make a tangible difference in the lives of those we support. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is unwavering, and we strive to ensure every employee feels valued and heard._
- Your growth is our mission. Your wellbeing is our priority. Together, we can create a future that’s not only brighter for our clients and residents but also for every member of our team._
- SCC is an equal opportunity employer and values inclusion and diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We are committed to a safe and respectful workplace._