Allied Health Assistant (0.6FTE)

About the role

This position works with the Exercise Physiologist to support clients attending Balwyn Evergreen's exercise and allied health activities. The Allied Health Assistant is part of the Exercise Team at Balwyn Evergreen Centre and supports the implementation of diverse, engaging strength and balance programs for older people, encouraging mobility, independence, socialisation, friendships, and integration into the community. The exercise programs are planned and delivered, achieving maximum benefit for the participants within the policy and financial guidelines of Balwyn Evergreen, the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) and Support at Home (SaH).

About Balwyn Evergreen

At Balwyn Evergreen Centre, we believe we are all better when we’re connected. Our purpose is to provide and promote activities, services and programs that actively assist older people to improve their physical, social and emotional wellbeing. We foster a community of friendship, health, wellbeing and independence where members have choice. We reflect the values of integrity, compassion, accountability, respect and inclusion. Our workforce is expected to adhere to these values in all we say and do.

What you will bring

You are compassionate and are committed to client satisfaction and the provision of prompt, attentive services. You will be a team player and work with colleagues in a constructive and supportive manner.

To thrive in this role you will have:

• Experience in delivering exercise classes or group social support activities. Delivery to older people living in the community is preferred but not essential.

• Ideally you will hold a Certificate III (or IV) in Allied Health Assistance (or equivalent) or be willing to commit to completing one on appointment to the role.

• Excellent interpersonal skills for communicating with a diverse range of older people, volunteers, and colleagues in a sensitive and professional manner.

• Demonstrate the ability to follow instructions, policies and procedures effectively.

• Ability to identify issues early and develop practical solutions to mitigate risk.

You will be required to provide evidence of or be prepared to obtain:

• Cert III or IV in Allied Health Assistance or higher

• Current Victorian driver's licence

• A current national police check

• Proof of current influenza vaccination and other vaccination status consistent with public health orders.

Join us and make a meaningful difference in the lives of older people. If this sounds like you, then please send a copy of your resume and a short covering letter outlining why this role is for you to ***@balwynevergreen.org.au. If you require further information, please contact Tina Hogarth-Clarke, CEO, Balwyn Evergreen.