Exercise Physiologist, Youth Prevention and Recovery Care (YPARC)
Employment Type - Permanent Part Time
Hours per fortnight - 32
Job Category - Allied Health Professional (generic)
Req Id - 8717
- Support young people through movement-based recovery and wellbeing
- Join a new multidisciplinary Youth Prevention & Recovery Care service
- Deliver innovative, recovery-focused care in a supportive team
About the role
An exciting opportunity exists for an Exercise Physiologist (Grade 2) to join the multidisciplinary team at Barwon Health's new Youth Prevention & Recovery Care (YPARC) service. Working within a recovery-oriented, trauma-informed residential setting, you will support young people aged 16–25 to improve their physical and mental wellbeing through evidence-based exercise physiology interventions.
As a key member of the therapeutic team, you will deliver individual, group and family-inclusive interventions that promote physical activity, healthy routines and functional recovery. Working collaboratively with nursing, allied health, psychosocial rehabilitation workers and peer workers, you will contribute to holistic assessment, recovery planning and successful transitions back into the community while supporting service innovation and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver evidence-based exercise physiology interventions for young people.
- Support multidisciplinary recovery planning and physical health outcomes.
- Contribute to service development, quality improvement and education.
What We Are Looking For
You are a passionate and collaborative Exercise Physiologist who is committed to supporting the recovery of young people experiencing mental ill health. You enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team and are motivated to deliver innovative, person-centred care.
- Accredited Exercise Physiologist with strong communication skills.
- Passion for youth mental health and recovery-oriented practice.
Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.
- Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Extensive professional development opportunities
- Attractive salary packaging benefits
- Living expenses capped at $9,010
- Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
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Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.
Child Safety
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au)
Additional information
If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au
All appointments are subject to:
- Satisfactory Police Record Check
- Immunisation Status Clearance
- Working with Children Check (if applicable)
To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.
Barwon Health does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Candidates must apply directly through the official recruitment portal.
Contact person: Lily Rodriguez | Nurse Unit Manager | YPARC
Email: lilian.rodriguez@barwonhealth.org.au
Phone: 0401 560 860
Application closing date: Thursday 29, July 2026
Internal applicants:
If you are currently employed at Barwon Health, please ensure you sign in via the Employee Login on the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page through the intranet before applying.
Shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date - early applications are encouraged.