Mobility Exercise and Engagement Support

**Why join 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. When you join us, you will be provided with a competitive** rate of pay with shift allowances, not-for-profit salary packaging benefits** and the support of a wonderful leadership team and colleagues

We are calling for a highly motivated, team-orientated person with exceptional interpersonal skills to join our vibrant care teams at our residential homes as a Mobility, Exercise & Engagement Officer. As a MEES, you will be working under the supervision of our Physiotherapist and in collaboration with our lifestyle recreational team to deliver exercise, reablement and wellness programs for our residents. As well as close interaction with the team you will regularly liaise with residents and their families.

We are offering this role as PPT - 2 days per week, 30.4 hours per fortnight between Monday and Friday - No weekends

South Coogee Residential Aged Care | South Coogee | Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT)

**Key Responsibilities**
- Undertake treatment goals and objectives under the guidance of an Allied Health Professional and/or Registered Nurse propose treatment goals and objectives
- Implement resident treatment plans with guidance from the Physiotherapist including one-on-one therapy, exercise classes and groups sessions
- Motivate residents to stay on track with their chosen goals
- Focus on providing the highest quality treatment for residents that allows for excellent outcomes
- Documenting resident treatments, changes in condition and accordingly deferring to the physiotherapist or Registered Nurse should there be change to a residents’ condition.
- Work closely in a collaborative team environment, sharing knowledge and communicating appropriately with team members to deliver best care.

**Skills, Knowledge and Experience Needed**:
**Essential**
- Certificate Cert III or Cert 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.

**We can’t wait to hear from you**

Only applicants with permanent residency or full working rights will be considered for this position

**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._