Accredited Exercise Physiologist

• Diabetes support services
• Part time position (0.8)
• Western city fringe location

Diabetes SA has been delivering services to people with diabetes and their families since 1953. As a not for profit, member-based Association that is largely self – funded, our mission is to educate, advocate, support and fund research that provides better outcomes for people at risk or living with diabetes. 

Empowering people to live well with diabetes and raising awareness for those at risk is our vision for all South Australians. 

We are now seeking an Accredited Exercise Physiologist to join the Health & Service Delivery team. The role will work closely with the existing Health & Service Delivery team to deliver comprehensive diabetes self-management programs in both a group and one-on-one setting. 

Applicants must have experience in a clinical or community setting providing clinical exercise interventions to manage the condition and restore optimal physical function, health, or wellness.

Essential criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology (or equivalent)
• Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) status with ESSA
• Experience in delivering health education, information, and support in a group setting or on an individual basis.
• Experience in delivering high-quality, evidence-based exercise physiology services, focusing on chronic conditions, including diabetes.
• Exceptional skills in exercise prescription & programming.
• Ability to work independently, applying professional judgement on routine matters.
• Experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating diabetes programs and services.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• High-level interpersonal skills.
• Well-developed planning and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplined team while demonstrating flexibility, adaptability, and initiative.
• Current SA Driver’s Licence.

The Health Professionals and Support Services Award 2020 applies. Salary packaging is also offered. 

To Apply: 

If you are seeking a new challenge in a supportive and motivational environment, please apply via SEEK website by providing a covering application letter, including your responses to the essential criteria and your current resume. For further information and a copy of the Job and Person Specification please visit our website at www.diabetessa.com.au 

For further enquiries phone Maddie Freeman, Clinical & Program Delivery Manager, 8354 5898.

Applications close at 5pm, 16th February 2024.

The successful applicants will be required to undergo a National Police Clearance and pre-employment medical. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only short-listed candidates will be contacted