Exercise Physiologist

**Alfred Health**

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.
- **Permanent, Part-Time (1 day/wk)**:

- ** Based in Armadale**:

- ** Salary Range: $21k - $23k + Superannuation**:

- ** Great Staff Benefits**

**Why Join Us?**
- Be part of a **brand-new, purpose-built** residential eating disorder service.
- Work within a **specialist statewide service** operated by Alfred Health.
- ** Comprehensive orientation and education**:

- Ongoing **professional development and supervision** to build your expertise.
- Access to **national and international conferences** to stay at the forefront of eating disorder treatment.
- ** Salary packaging & benefits** - Including novated leasing, flexible health insurance options, and discounted childcare services.
- Access to **Fitness Passport** - A subsidised gym membership program across Melbourne.

**About Us**

**Ngamai Wilam** is a newly built **12-bed residential eating disorder treatment facility** in Armadale, opening in **May 2025**. Jointly funded by the **Australian Federal Government** and the **Victorian Government**, this **statewide specialist service** is managed by **Alfred Health**.

Ngamai Wilam provides **24/7 trauma-informed, recovery-focused care** for adults aged 18 and over in a **gender-inclusive, home-like therapeutic environment**. With a strong focus on **family and chosen supports**, our approach is deeply **person-centred**, prioritising **dignity, choice, and long-term recovery**.

As part of **AMAH Statewide Services**, alongside **WREN (Women's Recovery Network)**, **Ngamai Wilam** is at the forefront of **innovative mental health care**, integrating **Open Dialogue principles** to promote collaborative and holistic recovery.

**About the Role**

This position is sessional and provides an opportunity to develop specialist skills in exercise physiology within an eating disorder and mental health setting.

As our **Exercise Physiologist** at Ngamai Wilam, you will:

- ** Play a vital role in supporting individuals on their recovery journey** within a residential eating disorder program.
- Facilitate i**ndividual and group exercise physiology sessions** that promote physical well-being, emotional regulation, and engagement in recovery
- Work **autonomously within a small, supportive team**, with direct access to leadership and clinical expertise.
- Collaborate closely with **nurses, peer workers, dietitians, and lived experience practitioners** in a truly **multidisciplinary environment**.
- Contribute to service development and innovation, ensuring best-practice care for participants.

**About You**
- Tertiary qualifications in Exercise Physiology.and accreditation with Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP).
- Experience providing exercise physiology interventions within mental health services, preferably in eating disorder treatment, trauma recovery, or inpatient/residential settings.
- A **passion for working with individuals experiencing eating disorders** and a commitment to **recovery-oriented practice**.
- ** Experience (or strong interest) in eating disorders** across hospital, community, or specialised programs (desirable).
- Postgraduate qualifications or working towards (desirable).
- Minimum of two years' post-graduate clinical experience in a mental health or related setting.
- Experience working in **residential or mental health settings** (desirable).
- A strong understanding of the **Victorian Mental Health and Wellbeing Act (2022)** and relevant legislation.
- ** Current Victorian Driver License, Working with Children Check, and Background Check.**

**Take the Next Step in Your Career**

If you're excited about **being part of a service from the ground up**, click **APPLY** to submit your resume and cover letter.

**NOTE**: Applications **without a cover letter** will not be considered.

**Applications Close: 11pm AEST, Wednesday, 28th May 2025**

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department's risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.

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