- Opportunity to blend allied expertise with adaptive aquatic coaching to grow SA’s Para swimming pathway
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Work in a supportive environment that values growth and development
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Excellent opportunity to be part of an established program with proven success
Full Time Exercise Physiologist
YMCA Aquatic & Event Services Ltd has an exciting opportunity available in our well-established, friendly allied health business, and we are seeking an outstanding Exercise Physiologist for a permanent position to join our team.
The role blends allied health expertise with adaptive aquatic coaching to grow SA’s Para swimming pathway. You will be supporting the identification and development of swimmers with high-support physical impairments (S1–4) and vision impairments (VI) across South Australia.
The position is located at one of Australia’s Premier Aquatic Facilities, the SA Aquatic & Leisure Centre. A state-of-the-art indoor aquatic and gym facility, providing more than 1,000 square metres of water space, together with full gym and rehab gym facilities to meet varied elite and community needs. The facility provides opportunities for all South Australian’s to ‘be active’.
The available position is full time and will follow the Fair Work Health Professionals and Support Services Award. Rates are dependent on qualifications and experience.
Responsibilities
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Conduct thorough health and fitness assessments
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Customise programs to meet individual client's needs and goals with a strong focus on sustainable outcomes and self-management
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Monitor and re-evaluate client's progress towards goals and outcomes
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Responding to the needs of a broad range of clients with varying conditions
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Work with the SASI Para Unit to identify and engage potential S1–4 and VI athletes through clubs, schools, community networks, and allied health partners.
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Support athletes through early development, classification, and pathway progression.
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Deliver safe, adaptive coaching tailored to individual functional ability.
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Build capability across SA clubs and coaches to strengthen inclusive practice.
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Operate effectively within a team setting and communicate with other health professionals
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Recognise and uphold the rights of all clients accessing services, including maintaining cultural sensitivity & confidentiality
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Building networks and marketing the business, both internally and externally
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Compliance with privacy and working with children legislation
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Group Based classes (Gym & Hydrotherapy)
Benefits
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Access to all centre facilities as part of employment
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50% of Accreditation fees are paid annually
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Ongoing financial support for Professional Development and Mandatory Training
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Ongoing support and mentorship for New Graduates
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Regular supervision from Exercise Physiologists to enhance your career development
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Working in a positive workplace culture
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Regular team meetings and opportunities for learning
Requirements
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The ability to prescribe exercise programs for use in well-equipped gym
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The ability to confidentially prescribe home based exercises
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Experience in swimming coaching or aquatic instruction.
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Experience working with individuals with physical or vision impairments.
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Strong understanding of adaptive movement and safe aquatic practice.
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Para‑sport experience, knowledge of S1–S14 classification, talent ID experience, understanding of performance pathways
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including demonstrated experience interacting with a wide range of people
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Self-motivated with the ability to function independently
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A want to understand and assist with bookings and payment administration
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A want to contribute to business development
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Socially perceptive; aware of reactions of others and self-awareness
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TGA approved COVID-19 Vaccine (unless proven exempt by a legally qualified medical practitioner)
Qualifications
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Tertiary qualification in Exercise Physiology
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Current ESSA Registration
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Current National Police and Working with Children Checks
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Current First Aid and CPR certification
If this role sounds like you, we would like to hear from you! You must have the right to live and work in in Australia to apply for this role.
Child Safety; SSALC/Y Aquatic is committed to child safety. All applicants undergo reference checks, a Working With Children Check, Criminal Check and completion of a Medical Declaration form.
YMCA Aquatic and Event Services Ltd are proud to be a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant.
Please Note: Interviews may commence before the closing date.
