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Form of workWhy join us?
We have a long history of providing exceptional care that empowers older people to live a full life. As a not-for-profit aged care provider, we’re able to invest in providing an exceptional experience to our clients as well as support and develop our frontline staff to achieve this. When you join us, you will be provided with a competitive rate of pay and not-for-profit salary packaging benefits and the support of a wonderful leadership team and colleagues
We are calling for a highly motivated, team-orientated person with exceptional interpersonal skills to join our vibrant care teams at our residential homes as a Mobility, Exercise & Engagement Officer. As a MEEO, you will be working under the supervision of our Physiotherapist and in collaboration with our lifestyle recreational team to deliver exercise, reablement and wellness programs for our residents. As well as close interaction with the team you will regularly liaise with residents and their families.
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake treatment goals and objectives under the guidance of an Allied Health Professional and/or Registered Nurse propose treatment goals and objectives
- Implement resident treatment plans with guidance from the Physiotherapist including one-on-one therapy, exercise classes and groups sessions
- Applying therapeutic techniques (e.g. heat, cold or massage therapies)
- Motivate residents to stay on track with their chosen goals
- Focus on providing the highest quality treatment for residents that allows for excellent outcomes
- Documenting resident treatments, changes in condition and accordingly deferring to the physiotherapist or Registered Nurse should there be change to a residents’ condition.
- Work closely in a collaborative team environment, sharing knowledge and communicating appropriately with team members to deliver best care.
