Physiotherapy Aide

About Us:
Anglicare Sydney is a leading and highly regarded community NFP organisation in Australia.

Our vision is to see Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched and communities strengthened. To achieve this, we are looking to attract the most capable and mission aligned people to join us.

For over 160 years Anglicare has been serving people in need
- providing care to older people and services to the vulnerable. We began because of people who saw a need in the community and who were compelled to make a difference. People motivated by Christian love and a passion to serve. If this describes you, we would love to invite you to join us

About the Role:
We are seeking a Casual Physiotherapist Aide to join our Physiotherapy team. You will play a vital role in improving the physical mobility and quality of life for our residents in our Senior Communities Village, by following personalised routines and reporting changes, all while supporting physiotherapy services.

Responsibilities:

- Empathy & Respect: Treat all clients/residents with empathy and dignity, empowering them to live their daily lives uniquely and joyfully.
- Therapy Support: Assist with individual and group therapy programmes as directed by physiotherapists.
- Documentation: Provide relevant documentation to aid in the development of care plans.
- Observation & Reporting: Report changes in residents’/clients’ behaviour or abilities to the physiotherapist or manager.
- Team Collaboration: Work cooperatively with the care team, carers, managers, physiotherapists, and workplace trainers.
- Family Communication: Communicate effectively with family members to ensure satisfaction.
- Safety Culture: Maintain a safe, clean, and tidy workplace, adhering to safe work practices and participating in safety activities.

Key Skills:

- Support: Show empathy, listen actively, and understand motivations.
- Teamwork: Encourage team contributions and involve others in decisions.
- Detail-Oriented: Follow procedures and meet deadlines.
- Relationship Building: Establish rapport and interact enthusiastically with people.
- Resilience: Resolve conflicts, stay calm under pressure, and project confidence.
- Adaptability: Think positively and recover from setbacks.
- Integrity: Uphold ethical standards and maintain confidentiality.

Qualifications and Experience:

- APA Physiotherapy Assistants course (Desirable).
- Experience as a Carer (Desirable).
- Previous experience in healthcare or disability support roles.
- Experience working with elderly or disabled individuals.
- Familiarity with physiotherapy techniques and equipment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Why You'll Love Working with Us
- Supportive Environment: Work in a flexible, supportive setting that allows you to do your best work.
- Career Growth: Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Exclusive Benefits: Access discounts at over 400 retail, accommodation, and entertainment venues.
- Wellbeing Focus: Benefit from regular supervision, mentoring, and a comprehensive induction program.
- Fitness Perks: Get discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family with Fitness Passport.
- Tax Advantages: Take advantage of salary packaging options as a not-for-profit organization.
- Positive Culture: Thrive in a fun, supportive, and engaged team environment.

Anglicare - Jesus Christ honoured, lives enriched, and communities strengthened
- Anglicare is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children and young people and has zero tolerance of child abuse_

Application Close Date: June 08, 2025