Exercise Physiologist – Mental Health (Grade 1 or 2)
Essendon Private Clinic is a fully accredited 32-bed private psychiatric hospital delivering evidence-based mental health care in Melbourne's Inner North-West. We take a neurodiversity-affirming, whole-person recovery approach, integrating psychiatric, psychological, therapeutic, and lifestyle medicine support for consumers with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, personality disorders, and co-occurring conditions.
The Role
Join our Allied Health team as an Exercise Physiologist, working across inpatient and outpatient programs. You'll deliver evidence-based exercise interventions supporting mental health and physical wellbeing recovery in a trauma-informed, recovery-focused setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct exercise assessments and deliver individual and group-based interventions for adult mental health consumers
Facilitate independent inpatient and outpatient exercise programs
Support discharge planning and develop referral pathways to community services
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and clinical handovers
Maintain clinical documentation and contribute to quality improvement initiatives
Work collaboratively with nurses, psychologists, occupational therapists, and psychiatrists
What You'll Need
University degree in Exercise Physiology and ESSA accreditation
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams
Experience delivering individual and group exercise sessions
Understanding of working with adults experiencing moderate to severe mental health issues
Excellent clinical assessment, communication, and documentation skills
Current Working With Children Check; willingness to undergo National Police Check
Full Australian working rights
1+ years' experience as an Exercise Physiologist
Hospital or rehabilitation setting experience
Knowledge of NDIS, TAC, or WorkCover processes
Why Join Us?
Supportive, collaborative allied health environment
Meaningful clinical work in high-quality private mental health care
Opportunity to support whole-person recovery aligned with our three-pillar model: Essential, Empowered, Engaged
Questions? Contact Brad Stolz-Grobusch, Hospital Director
E-mail:**********@machealth.com.au|
Exercise Physiologist – Mental Health (Grade 1 or 2) in Melbourne employer: Essendon Private Clinic
Essendon Private Clinic is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and friendly work environment for Registered Psychiatric Nurses. With a focus on employee growth and development, staff can thrive in a dynamic service that prioritises patient-centred care. Located in a pleasant area with free parking, EPC fosters a collaborative culture where every team member contributes to the positive patient experience.
