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Allied Health Assistant

Allied Health Assistant

Arcare Aged Care • Craigieburn, VIC, AU
28 days ago
Job description

Allied Health Assistant - Arcare Craigieburn and Arcare Epping

  • Make a huge difference to the lives of our wonderful residents
  • Enjoy an exciting, varied role
  • Arcare Craigieburn – Mon and Fri 0900 – 1700
  • Arcare Epping – Tues, Thurs 0900 – 1630 & Wed 0900 – 1300


Arcare is a leading provider of aged care residences across Australia. Due to growth we are seeking motivated Allied Health Assistants (AHA) for residences in Melbourne. Working as part of the Allied Health team, Allied Health Assistants play a key role in helping maintain the functional independence of our clients.

At Arcare, we value the importance of the relationships between our clients and their families. A relationship-centred approach values the input and wellbeing of all those involved in the caring relationship. Your primary role is to build open and respectful relationships with our clients and families and to treat every interaction with a client as an opportunity to bring respect, life and joy to the relationship.

What we can offer:

  • Supportive, friendly team environment
  • Flexibility in work hours
  • Employee Assistance program (Free counselling service 24/7)
  • Training and educational opportunities

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Senior Allied Health Clinician, the Allied Health Assistant is responsible for helping to improve client’s physical, cognitive, and phyco-social functions and to optimize their functional capacity for activities of daily living. You will do this by providing efficient and effective 1:1 and group exercise therapy.

The Allied Health Team member will be part of the multidisciplinary team to ensure a person-centred, evidence-based, continuous quality improvement work environment that is consistent with the values of Arcare, Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA), Occupational Therapy Association (OTA) the Aged Care Quality Standards (ACQS) and the NDIS Standards.

Role responsibilities

Reporting to the senior allied health clinician, your role will include (but not limited to):

  • Enhancing the wellness and lifestyle capacity of residents through exercise and activities focused on restorative and rehabilitative programs.
  • Delivering exercise and therapy programs both 1:1 and in small groups in accordance to the Physiotherapist’s care plan.
  • Assisting with client assessments and re-assessments of their physical capabilities as part of their exercise and therapy programs.
  • Ensuring residents have access to assistive devices as assessed by the physiotherapist.
  • Assisting with administrative tasks such as equipment ordering and liaising with families.
  • Assisting with facility cleanliness.
  • Reporting relevant changes to the Physiotherapist regarding resident progress with exercises.
  • Reporting changes in resident health or behaviour immediately to the Registered Nurse or Facility Manager.
  • Assisting in other physical activities delivered by the Lifestyle team.

To be successful:

  • Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance
  • Computer & phone technology literacy (including Microsoft Office and Outlook)
  • Current State full driver’s license.
  • Vaccinations up to date or willing and able to obtain, as required by legislation and/or company policy.
  • VIC Only – NDIS Worker Screening, WWCC or ability to obtain.
  • Right to Work in Australia
  • Current ‘Provide First Aid’ Certificate and CPR
  • Physical ability to perform stated duties.

Ready to Apply?

It really is our people and culture that set us apart, with our ongoing focus of working together as one team. If you think this role is the right fit for you, we invite you to apply. Please note that you must have Australian Working Rights and a NDIS Worker Screening Check (or be willing to obtain). Arcare values diversity within our workforce and is an equal opportunity employer.

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