Exercise Scientist

About Us:

At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want. With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 5,000 staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.

Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on the BES****T philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion, and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do. More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website - www.unitingagewell.org

Why choose Uniting AgeWell - Burwood?

• Easy to access with public transport and free on/off site parking
• Above award hourly rates
• Salary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650 annually
• Annual Leave loading
• Career pathways, education and training opportunities
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program available 24/7 for our staff
• Enhanced Parental Leave options
• Location options - move within our Uniting AgeWell network (Victoria and Tasmania)
• Not for profit, values-based organisation

About the role:

As a qualified and dedicated Exercise Scientist, you will deliver evidence-based exercise programs specifically designed for older adults. You'll work alongside our multidisciplinary team to assess, plan, and implement safe, effective exercise interventions that enhance mobility, strength, balance, and overall wellbeing for our clients on-site and with a possibility of home-based services

You will play a pivotal role in our Burwood Hub, where our services are goal-directed and aim to maximise independence and autonomy.

The position is permanent full time, 5 days a week -  9am-5pm.

About you:

You are passionate about what you do and are committed to delivering best practice. You want to make a difference in the lives of older adults by enhancing their self-esteem and empowering them.

We are looking for individuals with:

• ESSA accreditation as an Exercise Scientist

• Experience in conducting physical assessments, developing care plans, and implementing evidence-based clinical interventions

• Experience leading group exercise programs tailored to various ability levels and health conditions

-Eg strength and conditioning sessions or balance groups such as Pilates (reformer & floor-based), Yoga, and Tai Chi

• Experience in the Aged Care or Community Sectors (desirable)

• Collaborate with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and healthcare professionals

• Monitor client progress and adapt programs to optimize outcomes

• Educate participants about healthy aging and injury prevention

• Maintain detailed records and contribute to program evaluation

• The ability to work autonomously and manage a caseload independently

• Demonstrated interpersonal skills, both written and verbal

• High-level organizational skills and computer literacy

• Are committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the BES****T way of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust)

Essentials for working in Aged Care:

• A current Working With Children Check employee card
• Current and ongoing flu vaccinations
• Australian working rights
• Ability to pass a national police clearance and NDIS Clearance
• Drivers license and own car registered and insured

Make a positive difference in your community – apply now!

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this role.

You can access the position description here: Exercise Scientist PD.pdf

For more information please contact the Recruitment Team at [email protected]. Please note the position and location.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We look forward to hearing from you!