Reporting to the VFL Head Physiotherapist, this prospect ?will facilitate optimal performance of VFL players through effective fitness and injury management. You will provide rehabilitation support, including player preparation and acute injury management across the season, tailoring this to each VFL Player as required.
Key responsibilities
- Provide rehabilitation support during training and match days, including player preparation and acute injury management.
- Develop and deliver individualised programs for players undergoing rehabilitation or requiring tailored support across team training and supplementary rehabilitation sessions, both in collaboration with the Head Physiotherapist and High-Performance Manager.
- Provide written reports and clinical notes to maintain club records as per AHPRA.
- Assist in developing staff and interns in reconditioning protocols.
- Regular communication with key Football Department staff, regarding rehabilitation progress, player readiness and availability.
- Conduct appropriate physical screening to inform player management and rehabilitation.
You’ll Bring:
- Tertiary qualifications in physiotherapy or current post graduate enrolment in a relevant field. (Desirably progressing towards Master’s level qualifications).
- Current and valid Working With Children’s Check.
- Valid Police Check.
- Proven experience designing and delivering end-to-end rehabilitation programs, including strength, running and AFL-specific skill integration.
- Demonstration of implementation and ongoing development of injury prevention strategies.
- Excellent demonstration of effective organisational and time management skills within high pressure environments.
Please note that this role requires attendance at evening training sessions and match days. This role will primarily be based at Box Hill City Oval, with sessions also being held at the Kennedy Community Centre (Dingley Village, 3172). Please submit your application including your resume and cover letter by Friday 20th November 2026 online via SportsPeople, here.
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📌 Please note that this part-time role requires flexibility with attendance at VFL match days. Please submit your application including your resume and cover letter by Friday 27th November 2026. Apply via seek, here. (Mulgrave)
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