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Allied Health Assistant
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Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT)
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. When you join us, you will be provided with a competitive rate of pay, not-for-profit salary packaging benefits and the support of a wonderful leadership team and colleagues.
Brief Description
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, not-for-profit salary packaging benefits and the support of a wonderful leadership team and colleagues.
The Role
We are looking for an Allied Health Assistant to support the physiotherapist and play a key role in delivering the Active Living Wellness programs.
This role will be a Hybrid role that have opportunity to go to our sites at Penrith, Plumpton and Merrylands where you will be working closely with residents.
Key Responsibilities
Help implement tailored exercise and engagement activities that promote mobility, independence, and overall wellbeing
Setting up and supervising group sessions in the Wellness Centre, assisting with individual exercise plans developed by the physiotherapist, and encouraging ongoing participation
Contribute to a welcoming, vibrant environment where residents feel empowered to take charge of their health and stay actively connected to their community
Accurately document participation, session outcomes, and observations
Deliver care aligned with aged care standards, SCC policies, and person-centered principles
Requirements
Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance, Certificate III/IV in Fitness, or relevant qualification
Previous experience as a Physiotherapy Aide, Fitness Instructor, or similar
Experience providing quality care to older adults
Knowledge of health issues relevant to the elderly
Understanding of Aged Care Quality Standards
Aged Care related qualification or studies in Allied Health (desirable)
Understanding of relevant legislation including the Fair Work Act (desirable)
What's in it for you?
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
Summary
At SCC (NSW & ACT), people are at the heart of everything we do! We are a purpose-led, not-for-profit organisation empowering older people to 'live life to the full'. We have a passion for providing the best care with clinical excellence and offer person-centred care services to meet individual needs and preferences in residential aged care, retirement living and in-home care.
SCC is an equal opportunity employer. Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees feel valued and heard in a protected and respectful workplace, is a priority. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We welcome people of Aboriginal and Tores Strait Island identity, as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds, to apply.
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📌 Allied Health Assistant
🏢 Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT)
📍 Sydney