Physiotherapist

Why This Role Matters

The Physiotherapist role is essential in helping older adults maintain mobility, manage pain, and remain independent in their daily lives. By providing rehabilitation services, movement therapy, and education on safe physical activity, physiotherapists support clients in improving their physical wellbeing and overall quality of life.

Job Description

Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra (MCCI) is hiring a Physiotherapist for a flexible full-time or part-time position in Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia. The role focuses on providing physiotherapy services to older adults from diverse cultural backgrounds through home visits, community programs, and therapy sessions at MCCI venues. The physiotherapist will work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver client-centered rehabilitation and mobility support.

Key Features of the Role

• Position: Physiotherapist
• Company: Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra (MCCI)
• Location: Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast, New South Wales, Australia
• Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
• Workplace Type: Community-based / Client homes and community facilities
• Sector: Not-for-profit community healthcare

Responsibilities

• Assess clients’ physical needs, abilities, and mobility challenges
• Diagnose and treat conditions related to movement, pain, and physical function
• Provide rehabilitation support for injuries and pre/post-surgical recovery
• Deliver physiotherapy treatment including manual therapy, strapping, and assistive aids
• Conduct group and individual physiotherapy sessions in homes and community venues
• Educate clients on safe movement, injury prevention, and mobility support
• Develop strong relationships with clients and their families
• Promote safety and reduce health risks through proactive therapy strategies

Required Qualification

• Accredited Physiotherapist qualification
• Membership or accreditation with the Australian Physiotherapy Association

Important Requirements

• Experience with client management systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Passion for supporting older adults aged 65+
• Cultural awareness and experience working with diverse communities
• Experience in women’s health physiotherapy is highly regarded

Employment Options

• Flexible working hours
• Full-time or part-time options available
• Community-based therapy role

What We Offer

• Hourly Rate: $43.81 per hour + superannuation
• Generous salary packaging benefits to increase take-home pay
• Professional development and learning opportunities
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for wellbeing support

Workplace Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements
• Opportunity to work in a multicultural and inclusive environment
• Reduced reporting requirements compared to similar roles
• Career development opportunities across the organisation

Experience and Skills

• Physiotherapy assessment and rehabilitation
• Manual therapy and mobility treatment
• Pain management and movement therapy
• Community healthcare delivery
• Client education and safety promotion
• Multidisciplinary collaboration

Salary Insights

• Pay Rate: $43.81 per hour
• Additional superannuation and salary packaging benefits

Company Overview

Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra (MCCI) is a not-for-profit organisation supporting multicultural communities across the Illawarra-Shoalhaven and ACT-Queanbeyan regions. With over 300 staff and volunteers speaking more than 50 languages, MCCI delivers a wide range of services for older adults, migrant and refugee communities, families, and young people.

FAQs

1. What qualification is required for this role?
   Candidates must be accredited physiotherapists and registered with the Australian Physiotherapy Association.

2. Is this a full-time role?
   The position offers both full-time and part-time flexible work options.

3. What type of clients will the physiotherapist work with?
   The role mainly supports older adults aged 65+ from culturally diverse communities.

4. Where will therapy sessions take place?
   Sessions may be conducted in clients’ homes, community facilities, or MCCI venues.

Application Tips

• Highlight experience in community physiotherapy or aged care services
• Mention experience working with culturally diverse populations
• Emphasize rehabilitation and pain management skills
• Include professional accreditation and physiotherapy registration details