Rehabilitation Specialist

The Rehabilitation Specialist supports seniors across different levels of frailty by designing, implementing and monitoring personalised care plans within an integrated wellness model. Working alongside a medical coach, fitness coach, and nutritionist, the role ensures seniors receive holistic support in physical, cognitive, and functional wellness. The Specialist plays a key role in delivering safe, evidence-based rehabilitation programmes within the Active Ageing Centre gym and community setting.

Job Description:

a) Personalised Care & Intervention

• Conduct functional assessments (e.g., balance, strength, mobility) to determine seniors’ needs and frailty levels.
• Co-develop personalised care plans with the medical coach, fitness coach and nutritionist.
• Deliver customised rehabilitation sessions targeting strength, balance, mobility, cognitive stimulation, and activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Monitor progress and adjust interventions in response to seniors’ health status and goals.

b) Programme Delivery & Safety

• Lead or support structured gym-based and group exercise sessions for seniors of varying capabilities.
• Ensure safe use of equipment and adherence to gym protocols.
• Provide education to seniors and caregivers on functional maintenance and fall prevention
  

c) Digital Tracking & Data Management

• Use digital tools to record assessments, track progress, and generate care insights.
• Monitor development using dashboards, wearable data, and Active Ageing Centre digital systems.
• Ensure accurate documentation for audit, evaluation, and MOH reporting requirements.

d) Research & Quality Improvement

• Collaborate with research teams to pilot, evaluate, and improve care models and rehabilitation protocols.
• Support outcome measurement, data collection and analysis.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects aligned with Active Ageing Centre and organisational goals.

e) Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Work closely with the medical coach, fitness coach and nutritionist to ensure integrated, holistic care.
• Attend interdisciplinary meetings to discuss seniors’ progress and care adjustments.
• Support health education activities, workshops, and community outreach.

f) Senior Engagement & Empowerment

• Motivate and guide seniors to adopt sustainable, healthy lifestyle habits.
• Support seniors transitioning towards self-management and independence.
• Promote participation in AAC programmes to enhance social connectedness.
  

Job Requirements:

• Diploma or Degree in Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Exercise Science, Gerontology or equivalent.
• Preferably registered with AHPC (if holding clinical qualification).
• Experience working with seniors in community, rehabilitation or gym settings is preferred.
• Strong communication skills with ability to engage seniors of diverse backgrounds.
• Comfortable with digital tools, data collection, and basic analytics.
• Passionate about active ageing, rehabilitation and community wellness.