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Job Title


Allied Health Assistant


Company : Plena Healthcare


Location : Sydney, New South Wales


Created : 2026-04-18


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Your OpportunityAs an Allied Health Assistant working in Residential Aged Care, you''ll play a vital role in supporting older people to stay active, independent, and connected to their communities. Guided by our clinicians and through our awardwinning Plena Care Pathway, you''ll help deliver reablementfocused programmes that make a real difference in residents'' lives.You''ll be involved in a range of areas, including:Supporting mobility and functional programmesAssisting with restorative therapyFacilitating falls prevention and active ageing group sessionsAssisting with pressure care and pain management plansCollaborating with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and care staff to deliver residentcentred supportWhether you''re helping with oneonone therapy programmes or encouraging residents in group activities, your work will be purposedriven and deeply rewarding.In return, you''ll be supported by a large and collaborative national team, ongoing mentoring, and access to professional development opportunities. You''ll also enjoy flexible work arrangements, a paid induction, and a culture that genuinely values worklife balance.We''re committed to supporting your next step into this role, with opportunities for growth and development across our Plena Care Pathway.We''re looking for:Qualified Allied Health Assistants (Certificate III or IV in Allied Health Assistance, or equivalent experience).Current Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy students seeking handson experience in aged care are encouraged to apply.Australian working rights.Willingness to obtain an NDIS Worker Screening and a National Police Check.A current driver''s licence and willingness to travel within a dedicated region.If you''re ready to take your skills somewhere they can truly shine and want to be part of a team that''s redefining aged care through innovation, compassion, and evidencebased practice, we''d love to hear from you.Check out our socials and what our therapists have been up to:now and become part of the Plena family!We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, committed to supporting an inclusive & diverse workplace. We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people of all ages, cultural identities, gender identities and expressions & LGBTIQA+ people. #J-18808-Ljbffr