Allied Health Assistant - Deniliquin | Orana
- Deliver safe, tailored exercise, re-enablement and wellness activities to aged-care residents, including group sessions and one-to-one support.
- Work alongside physiotherapists and other allied health professionals to support residents’ mobility, independence and wellbeing.
- Coordinate wellness gym activities and equipment use while prioritising workload, following scope of practice and maintaining quality and safety.
About us
At Southern Cross Care, we’ve spent decades empowering older people to live vibrant, fulfilling lives. As a mission-driven not-for-profit, we invest deeply in exceptional client care and in the growth of our incredible frontline teams. When you join us, you're joining an organisation that genuinely cares about our residents, our staff, and the communities we serve.
The Opportunity
Make a real difference every day.
We are looking for a motivated and energetic Allied Health Assistant to join our team full-time at Orana Residential Aged Care in Deniliquin. This is a fantastic opportunity to support older adults to remain strong, independent and engaged through tailored exercise and wellness programs. Working alongside Physiotherapists and Allied Health Professionals, you'll empower residents to improve their mobility, confidence and overall wellbeing in a supportive and rewarding aged care environment.
Why join us? You'll be part of a dedicated team that values compassion, collaboration and person-centred care, while enjoying the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of our residents.
Why you’ll love working with Southern Cross Care
- 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
- 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
Make an Impact Every Day
- Help older adults stay active, independent and engaged in daily life.
- Deliver fun, safe and meaningful exercise and re-enablement programs.
- Work closely with Physiotherapists and Allied Health Professionals.
- Support residents through group fitness sessions and personalised 1:1 activities.
- Coordinate wellness gyms, promoting safe equipment use and engaging programs.
- Join a progressive organisation that values your ideas, development and impact.
- Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance (specialising in Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy) or equivalent such as Certificate III or IV in Fitness
- Experience in physiotherapy assistance
- Have knowledge of anatomy and physiology to support safe and effective exercise within the aging population
- A warm, friendly and empathic approach with a passion for Aged Care
- Strong computer literacy and numeracy skills are essential
- Computer literacy skills such as using mobile devices and web applications a must
- Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines and complete activities (including the ability to work within the scope of practice and seek assistance when required) as delegated by supervising Physiotherapist/Allied Health Professional
- NDIS Clearance and Workers Orientation Module (Quality, Safety and You)
- Commitment to quality, best practice and environmental safety
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