We are seeking an Allied Health Assistant to join the team at our vibrant Residential village in Bangalow.

The Allied Health Assistant provides safe, evidence-based, person-centered and goal-orientated care and management of residents in accordance with individual care plans. The position assists residents to live in our Facilities safely and comfortably and are responsible to ensure residents are always treated with dignity, respect, and in a manner that upholds individual residents' identity, culture and diversity.

The Role:

• The role primarily provides support for in the implementation of individualized care plans, aiming to improve resident's physical, cognitive, and emotional wellbeing. It involves supporting residents with mobility, therapeutic exercise and engagement in recreational activities.
• Assist with group programs including exercises, as delegated.
• Support the use, maintenance and provision of appropriate aids, equipment and assistive technology as directed.
• Create positive relationships with our residents to make them feel like they are truly at home.

About You:

• Minimum Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance or an equivalent
• Experience in similar role in aged and/or community care.
• A genuine enthusiasm, care, and compassion in your commitment to working with elderly people.

The Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of $35.28 per hour PLUS 11.5% Super.
• Non-for-profit Salary Packaging (up to the value of $15,899 per annum tax free) and Meal and Entertainment Packaging (up to the value of $2650 per annum tax free)
• Extensive training, development, and career opportunities (we will support you to complete additional relevant qualifications and certificates)
• Employee Benefit Discount Program "Reward Gateway" (saving you up to $4,000 per annum across hundreds of retailers)
• Medibank Private Health Insurance Discount
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid parental leave benefits for eligible employees.
• Dedicated, supportive managers who truly care about your wellbeing.
• We support a healthy work/life balance for all our staff!

As a not-for-profit, you can rest assured knowing that we're always giving right back to those who need it most. We actively seek to include, welcome and value the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disability.

If you require any adjustments, or would like to discuss accessibility requirements, preferred communication methods or other possibilities throughout the recruitment process, please contact please our Recruitment line at 07 5669 0559 (Option 3)

When successful, you will be required to undertake a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and provide evidence of your right to work in Australia.

Feros Care acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Custodians of this land on which we work.