Exercise Physiologist

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive physical, functional, and health assessments for NDIS participants
• Develop and implement individualised exercise programs aligned with participant goals and NDIS plans
• Deliver safe, evidence-based exercise interventions to improve strength, mobility, balance, coordination, endurance, and daily function
• Support participants with disabilities, chronic health conditions, neurological disorders, developmental conditions, and physical impairments
• Monitor participant progress and modify exercise plans as needed
• Provide education to participants, families, and support workers regarding exercise strategies and health management
• Complete accurate clinical notes, progress reports, and outcome measures for NDIS reporting requirements
• Prepare written reports for plan reviews, funding applications, and recommendations for ongoing supports
• Collaborate with support coordinators, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, and other healthcare professionals
• Promote participant independence, confidence, and community participation through movement-based interventions
• Maintain compliance with NDIS Practice Standards, professional guidelines, and workplace policies

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology or Clinical Exercise Physiology
• Current accreditation as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) with Exercise & Sports Science Australia
• Experience working with people living with disability or complex health needs (preferred)
• Strong understanding of person-centred care and goal-based intervention planning
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build rapport with participants and carers
• Strong report-writing and documentation skills
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Current Working with Children Check (if required)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Current driver’s licence and access to reliable transport (if community-based)

Preferred Experience:

• Experience supporting participants with autism, cerebral palsy, acquired brain injury, intellectual disability, neurological conditions, or psychosocial disability
• Knowledge of NDIS systems, documentation requirements, and plan review processes
• Experience delivering home-based and community-based exercise interventions.

Pay: From $42.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Travel reimbursement
• Work from home

Work Location: In person