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About the Role

Assist with the development and implementation of exercise programs to enrich the lives of clients, facilitating engaging classes including light cardiovascular, strengthening, flexibility, coordination, and balance training. Understand the importance of respect, trust, and empathy, and possess the skills to communicate effectively and motivate clients to live a healthy and active lifestyle.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and implementation of exercise programs.
• Facilitate engaging classes including light cardiovascular, strengthening, flexibility, coordination, and balance training.
• Educate, support, and nurture participants during classes to provide a meaningful, supportive, and fun exercise environment.
• Monitor individuals throughout classes and adapt programs as necessary.
• Understand when to refer individuals to other supports if required.

Requirements

• A kind heart and genuine passion for providing high-quality care to the elderly.
• Current Driver's Licence and a registered and insured motor vehicle.
• Previous experience in facilitating seniors' exercise programs, particularly water exercises.
• Experience in planning, coordinating, and evaluating fitness programs.
• Flexibility to adjust and adapt exercises to suit individual participants' abilities and goals.
• Understanding of the exercise principles in Falls Prevention for seniors.
• Ability to monitor individuals throughout the classes and adapt programs where necessary.
• Understanding of the different forms of exercise suitable for seniors and the ability to teach/facilitate these safely.
• Understanding of when to refer individuals to other supports if required.
• A strong work ethic along with a sense of fun.
• Understanding of workplace health and safety.
• Willingness to apply for a Police Check.

Skills

• Effective communication
• Motivation
• Planning
• Coordination
• Evaluation
• Adaptability
• Teaching/Facilitation

Location

• Liverpool
• Jordan Springs
• Campbelltown
• Surrounding areas

Work Type

• Casual

Experience Level

• Previous experience in facilitating seniors exercise programs
• Experience in planning, coordinating and evaluating fitness programs

Education Level

• Certificate 3 in Fitness (or equivalent)
• Current First Aid certificate or willing to obtain

Salary/Compensations

• $52.25 per hour + superannuation

Benefits

• Not-for-profit tax benefits
• Fitness Passport discounted gym benefits
• Paid Parental leave
• Long Service leave after 5 years
• Additional week of leave for Enterprise Agreement shift workers
• 40+ Locations across NSW and QLD if you choose to move

About the Company

• Not for profit employer, so you pay less tax!
• Catholic Healthcare now has over 6000 employees and more than 30 years of service.
• Our Mission is to promote the dignity, life and spirituality of older people through connected and inclusive communities and supporting them to live the life they choose through innovative person-centred models of care.
• We’re committed to creating a world where older people thrive.
• A values-based organisation that welcomes applicants from all faiths and backgrounds.

Equal Opportunity

• Catholic Healthcare acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we live, work and dream. We pay our respects to their Indigenous Elders past and present, for they hold the traditions, culture, and hopes of their people as we journey towards reconciliation.
• We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.
• We believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or disability.