Conductive Education/Rehabilitation Assistant - Full-time

GetHired, Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Movement Centre of Manitoba is seeking a full-time Conductive Education Assistant (Rehabilitation Assistant) to support group and individual rehabilitation services for clients with neuromotor disabilities. You will work under supervision with a focus on client-centered care and flexible scheduling.

Responsibilities include assisting with group programs, facilitating exercises, supporting self-care tasks, documenting progress, and educating families.

Qualifications

• Secondary school required; enrolled in or recent completion of a relevant degree such as kinesiology, physical health & education or rehabilitation sciences program.
• Experience working with people with physical disabilities is preferred.
• Have or willing to obtain valid and current Security Checks (CRCs including Vulnerable Sector and registry checks).
• Understand physiology and body mechanics.
• Be a team player with a caring demeanor and a passion for motivating clients.
• Proven problem-solving and communication skills; maintain confidentiality.
• Positive outlook; eager to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering conductive education group programs as planned by leadership.
• Help clients participate in rehabilitative exercises such as ROM, floor mobility, ambulation and transfers.
• Support one-on-one sessions addressing self-care and cognitive development.
• Facilitate tasks to improve motor functions and coordination.
• Provide hands-on assistance and guidance during functional tasks and exercises.
• Observe progress and document milestones.
• Join team meetings to discuss client progress and suggest improvements.
• Modify exercises under supervision to match abilities and needs.
• Provide emotional support and foster a positive atmosphere.
• Encourage communication among clients and staff to promote group dynamics.
• Educate families on strategies to support independence outside the program.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect clients’ rights.
• Set up equipment and materials for sessions; keep environment safe.
• Accompany clients on Movement Centre wheelchair accessible van as needed.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Compassionate demeanor

Problem-solving

Positive attitude

Education

Relevant degree in kinesiology/rehab sciences

Job description

Do you want to be part of a special community? Do you want to feel valued and supported while you make a difference in the lives of children and adults living with neuromotor disabilities? If so, we want to hear from you!

The Movement Centre of Manitoba is a registered charity that provides specialized rehabilitation services to individuals living with neuromotor disabilities such as cerebral palsy, developmental delays, spina bifida, acquired brain injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease. Our programs help our clients increase their mobility, confidence and independence to empower them to live life to their fullest potential.

We are seeking a full-time Conductive Education Assistant (Rehabilitation Assistant) who must be able to work Monday to Friday.

What do Conductive Education Assistants (Rehabilitation Assistants) Do?

Under the direction and guidance of the Program Director/Occupational Therapist, the Conductive Education Assistant will use their working knowledge of anatomy and understanding of children and adult principles to assist in the facilitation of individual and group conductive education rehabilitation services. Working directly with clients with neuromotor disabilities, the Conductive Education Assistant must have a client-centered mindset and must be familiar with and supportive of challenges that are of concern to the client. The Conductive Education Assistant must be willing to learn and be flexible in order to adapt to changes in individual clients’ needs. They must be capable of maintaining composure and efficiency in a high energy, fast paced and physically demanding environment.

Your Responsibilities:

• Assist in delivering conductive education group programs as planned by the Program Director/Occupational Therapist and Lead Conductor.
• Assist clients with neuromotor disabilities to participate in rehabilitative exercise therapy such as passive range of motion stretching, floor mobility, ambulation and transfers.
• Assist clients in one-on-one situations with problem solving to guide cognitive development while assisting with self-care skills such as dressing, self-feeding, and toileting.
• Safely facilitate clients with tasks and activities to improve motor functions such as coordination and balance.
• Provide hands-on support and guidance to clients during functional tasks and exercises to improve fine motor control and upper extremity use.
• Observe and monitor clients’ progress, documenting performance and milestones.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss individual client progress and evaluation results and suggest potential improvements when appropriate.
• Modify exercises or activities under the supervision and guidance of the Program Director/Occupational Therapist and Lead Conductor based on the participant's abilities and needs.
• Provide emotional support to clients, fostering a positive and encouraging atmosphere.
• Facilitate communication and conversation among clients to promote a thriving social group dynamic between clients and staff.
• Educate families or caregivers on strategies to support clients to maximize their independence outside the program.
• Protect clients’ rights by maintaining confidentiality.
• Set up and organize equipment and materials required for sessions.
• Maintain a clean and safe learning environment.
• Accompany clients on the Movement Centre wheelchair accessible van as needed.

Your Qualifications and Skills:

• Secondary school required; enrolled in or recent completion of a relevant degree such as kinesiology, physical health & education or rehabilitation sciences program.
• Experience working with people with physical disabilities is preferred.
• Have or willing to obtain valid and current Security Checks (clear Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Search, Child and Adult Abuse Registry Checks).
• Understand physiology and body mechanics.
• Excited to work as a team member in our close-knit team, contributing to a positive workplace culture.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and tact when dealing with client information.
• Have a caring and compassionate demeanor with a passion for motivating children and adults living with neuromotor disabilities to reach their full potential.
• Be a problem-solver, an outside-of-the-box thinker and a great communicator.
• Positive outlook, desire to learn and grow.
• Shared values of our organization.

The Work Conditions and Physical Demands:

• You’ll work in a fast-paced environment, with repetitive physical tasks; attention to detail is required.
• There is a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching and kneeling
• You must be able to lift/carry up to 50lbs (manual handling techniques, transferring and transporting clients and equipment).

Expected term: As soon as possible

Starting wage: $18.50/hour to start

Shifts: Monday to Friday, primarily 8AM-4PM

We value respect and inclusion, honesty and fairness, passion and teamwork and lasting personal relationships We have an enthusiastic, fun, and caring culture, and are looking for people who share those values! Visit our website for more information on who we are and what we do: www.movementcentre.ca