Suncare is committed to "Making People's Lives Better". We do this through providing innovative personal solutions that support people to live their life, their way. We are a Queensland based not-for-profit community services organisation and as a values-based organisation we want our staff to reflect the values that we live by:

Innovative | Inclusive | Agile | Respectful | Authentic | Collaborative | Empathetic

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do and the experience they enjoy is critical to the success of our organisation. Every day, Suncare employees are making a difference to real people and making people's lives better.

To support the exciting growth of our Allied Health and Clinical Services team, we have an opportunity for an Exercise Physiologist to work as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting the delivery of holistic, evidence-based exercise physiology services to our Sunshine Coast community aged care customers.

The role is available as a permanent part-time or full-time position (Monday to Friday), based in Maroochydore. There is flexibility with fortnightly hours, and we invite you to outline your preference in your cover letter.

More about the role

Reporting to the Team Leader – Allied Health Care, you will:

Assess, design, and implement tailored exercise programs to support functional improvement and long-term health outcomes for clients with diverse health conditions.

Facilitate individual and group exercise programs for older adults, including hydrotherapy-based sessions.

Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to ensure client-centred care, while also providing education, referrals, and support to clients, carers, and their networks.

Contribute to the supervision and development of students, support workers, and allied health assistants, fostering a culture of learning and professional growth.

Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives, audits, and service evaluations to ensure best practice and continuous enhancement of service delivery.

Represent Exercise Physiology services in internal committees, maintain community partnerships, and uphold compliance with organisational policies, procedures, and codes of conduct.

What you will bring to our team

Relevant degree qualification in Exercise Physiology

Current registration with ESSA (Exercise & Sports Science Australia)

Practical experience delivering Exercise Physiology services in community settings, including assessments, individual and group-based programs, and chronic condition management.

Flexible and proactive approach to adapting to changing priorities and tasks.

Comfortable using both established and emerging technologies in daily practice.

Able to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.

Valid Driver’s Licence, and access to a fully insured vehicle for work-related travel

Current First Aid and CPR certification

What we offer

At Suncare our people really are our greatest asset. We offer:

Not for profit salary packaging benefits

Flexible work options

Fitness Passport + health and wellbeing programs

Employee Assistance Program

Comprehensive induction and onboarding program

Ongoing training and development courses and resources

Career progression opportunities

Advanced technology to support you in your role

To be part of a supportive team in a rewarding, growth industry

And this position is eligible for QLeave

Apply now!

Ready to join our team of over 750 employees and 175 volunteers committed to making people's lives better? Please include your resume and a cover letter outlining why you would be a great fit for this role.

As part of the recruitment process, you may be requested to undertake background checks such as a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC), pre-employment medical, demerit point/driving history and reference checks.

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Applicants may be requested to disclose any pre-existing illness or injury with may impact on their ability to perform the advertise role. Details are available in section 571 of the Workers Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003.

Suncare is an equal opportunity employer.