About the opportunity

An exciting opportunity exists for an Exercise Physiologist Coordinator to join our Allied Health team on a full-time permanent basis.

Reporting directly to the Service Manager, you will be responsible for Exercise Physiology services, supervision of Students and day-to day operations of the gym. The position is responsible for designing, delivering and evaluating therapy programs, care plans and facilitating individual and group exercise for people with acute, sub-acute or chronic medical conditions, injuries or disabilities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leads and manages exercise Physiology students in delivering health and fitness programs to maximise health, fitness and social outcomes for clients across community and gym environments
• Screen, assess and evaluate a client’s health to ensure safety and appropriateness of exercise and physical activity interventions, which includes conducting tests of physiological measures
• Evaluate a person’s health and create individualised exercise prescription
• Provide health education, advice and support to enhance health and well-being
• Provide exercise intervention, education and advice for those at risk of developing a chronic condition or injury and patients in the acute/sub-acute stage of injury, surgical intervention, or during recovery to restore functional capacity and well-being
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
• Assist with other tasks and/or projects as required

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Exercise Science specialising in Exercise Physiology
• Accreditation with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA)
• A current Australian Driver’s Licence and access to your own vehicle
• Hold a valid First Aid and CPR certificates

 Skills & experience

• Experience working in an aged care environment
• Great communication and customer service skills and the ability to get along easily with others
• A gift for working collaboratively with a team and confident flying solo
• Experience with Gym supervision
• Ability to organise and conduct health screening and functional assessments
• Computer Skills – Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Working knowledge of gym equipment

What We Offer You:

• A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
• Up to $18,550 NFP salary packaging available.
• Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
• Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life.
• A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment
• A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career  
• Purchase of additional leave

Click here to find out more about our great benefits: Benefits of working at Uniting 

Who is Uniting?

When you’re part of Uniting NSW.ACT, you’re part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around them.

We contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting leaders and employees work together to create a culture that is safe, inclusive and person-centred. We bring this to life every day through our values: compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.

Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders – past, present, and emerging – and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

How to Apply

If this opportunity is of interest, then we’d love to hear from you. Just click Apply Now, fill out your details and submit. We encourage applications from people who identify as a part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community.

What to expect

Please know that employment with Uniting will require a National Police Check, and Reference Checks.