At a Glance
- Tasks: Enhance the health and wellbeing of older people through tailored physiotherapy.
- Company: Join The Benevolent Society, a friendly organisation with over 200 years of empowering Australians.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible work arrangements, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: We value diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older Australians while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy and current AHPRA registration required.
The predicted salary is between 85000 - 105000 $ per year.
Join The Benevolent Society, a flexible, friendly organisation with over 200 years of history empowering Australians to live their best lives. We’re independent, non-religious, and deeply committed to reconciliation and inclusion.
As a Physiotherapist in our community aged care team, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the health, mobility, and wellbeing of older people, helping them live the life they never thought possible. You'll deliver hands-on clinical care, provide advice to colleagues on client needs, and support the development of our team to ensure high-quality, person-centred services across the board.
Duties
- Provide in-home and community-based physiotherapy assessments and treatments tailored to each client's goals, ensuring timely documentation and care aligned with wellness and enablement principles.
- Coach and train staff on clinical best practices, participate in clinical competency frameworks, and offer ongoing advice to enhance the quality of services delivered to older clients.
- Develop holistic, evidence-based care plans for clients with complex needs, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and advocate for client autonomy and quality of life.
- Build and maintain strong community and industry connections, contribute to marketing efforts, and develop referral pathways to support service awareness, growth, and high client engagement.
- Adhere to the Aged Care Act 2024 and Quality Standards, contribute to continuous service evaluation, and uphold high clinical governance standards to maintain top-tier service outcomes.
We support people to live their best life. That includes you, our employee. A ‘best life’ is unique to everyone and can change as life changes:
Salary Benefits
- You can package up to $15,900 pa of your pre-tax salary to pay for everyday expenses before income tax is calculated, meaning you take home even more pay!
- Motor Vehicle Packaging Options – to suit your lifestyle.
- Work/Life Balance - Enjoy flexible work arrangements, including hybrid home/office options, and accrue an additional day off each month (a bonus of 12 days per year) as a full-time employee.
- Recognition and Reward - Sector competitive remuneration, various recognition programs and access to long service leave after 5 years.
- Wellness - Stay fit with a Fitness passport, utilise our Employee Assistance Program, and even purchase additional leave.
- Professional Development - We tailor career development opportunities to all employees and volunteers for career enrichment, fulfilment, and growth.
- Our Reconciliation Commitment – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees are entitled up to 2 days paid plus up to 10 days unpaid cultural leave, as well as the option to be a voice on reference networking groups, the opportunity for cultural and professional development that supports career pathways and your social and emotional wellbeing.
Skills and Requirements
- Tertiary qualification in Physiotherapy with current AHPRA registration is essential.
- Valid First Aid certificate (with annual CPR) and current driver’s licence with a willingness to travel.
- Strong knowledge of person-centred care and contemporary aged care clinical practices.
- Ability to mentor and support care staff, fostering skill development and improved client outcomes.
- Excellent time management skills and a commitment to service quality and business excellence.
If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, then we want to hear from you. The Benevolent Society recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we therefore strongly encourage you to apply. We are strongly committed to being an Employer of Choice, one who offers, provides, and practices cultural safety in our workplace.
Interested? Apply online today! Please submit your current CV and cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in the role.
The Benevolent Society respects and promotes human rights and diversity. We are committed to building an inclusive culture where individuals from all backgrounds and identities are not only welcomed but valued. We pride ourselves on being a client safe and child safe organisation, which is why all staff and volunteers undergo comprehensive employment screening. We value relationships with local Aboriginal community and welcome applications from its members.
Physiotherapist in Sydney employer: The Benevolent Society
The Benevolent Society is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its employees, offering flexible work arrangements and a supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion. With competitive remuneration, generous salary packaging options, and tailored career development opportunities, employees can thrive both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact in the lives of families in the Gosford area. Join a passionate team dedicated to creating positive change and enjoy unique benefits such as additional leave days and wellness programs that support your best life.
