Rehab Assistant

Bayshore HealthCare; Toronto; Presencial; CAD 37.000 - 38.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Bayshore HealthCare is seeking a Rehabilitation Assistant to support clients in home and community settings. Under supervision, you will carry out prescribed treatment plans, document progress, and report outcomes to the supervising health care provider.

You will assist both adult and pediatric clients to achieve maximum potential in daily living activities and re-integration goals. You will collaborate with Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, and other clinicians, promoting independence,

Formación

• Education: Completion of a recognized Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, and/or Rehabilitation Assistant College Program.
• Strong communication (oral and written) and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate with a team.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.

Responsabilidades

• Implements rehabilitation program with the client under supervision of therapists.
• Promotes independence in home, community, and work to support reintegration.
• Performs prescribed exercises and facilitates activities of daily living as directed by the care team.
• Participates in ongoing education and adheres to Bayshore policies.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Customer service

Independent work

Driver’s license

Educación

Rehabilitation Assistant College Program

Descripción del empleo

Rehab Assistant(Job Number: 26006394)Primary Location:ON-Scarborough Community Worker Employee Type:Full-Time Pay Rate From:26.79 Pay Rate To:27.87Description:Bayshore HealthCare is one of the Canada’s leading providers of home and community health care services and is a privately owned company. Bayshore HealthCare is proud to showcase its achievement as a Platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program every year since 2006. In 2015, Bayshore achieved the designation for Best Practice Spotlight Organization from the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario. Bayshore Healthcare is also recognized as Canada’s Best Employers in Forbes 2023 list. With locations across the country, including more than 80 home care offices, 11 pharmacies and over 100 community care clinics, Bayshore has more than 18,000 staff members and provides care to over 350,000 clients annually. We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life, dignity and independence of all Canadians, by providing customized care plans and solutions that allow clients to remain in the comfort of their own home.Person-and family-centered care (PFCC)Person-and family-centered care (PFCC) is an approach to care that recognizes the importance of family in a patient’s life and the importance of their active involvement in planning and making decisions on health care, services and treatment, and health system reform. This approach to care provides respectful, compassionate, culturally safe, and responsive care that meets the needs, values, beliefs, and preferences of the patient, their family, and others identified as significant to their life from diverse backgrounds and settings.Position SummaryThe Rehabilitation Assistant, under the direction of the assigned supervisor, is accountable for ensuring the delivery of the treatment program as prescribed by the applicable regulated health care practitioner. The Rehab Assistant will support the adult and/or pediatric clients to help them achieve their maximum potential. Key responsibilities include carrying out the prescribed treatment program as directed and taught, documenting the clients’ progress, and reporting outcomes to the applicable regulated health care provider.Duties and responsibilities:Depending on work assignment, may include some or all of the following :Implements rehabilitation program with the client as directed by the Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Psychologist, and/or Speech and Language PathologistPromotes maximum independence of the client in the home, in the community, and at work to support re-integration into the communityImplements exercise programs or group exercise classes as directedImplements behavioral interventions with the client as directedFacilitates and supervises activities of daily living, along with social, educational/vocational re-integration plans, as directedFacilitates and implements cognitive therapy programs as directedPromotes and implements leisure activities as directedAttends case conferences and team meetings as requiredDrives client as directed (with valid insurance coverage)Understands and implements infection prevention practiceParticipates in ongoing internal and/or external continuing education activitiesAdheres to Bayshore Policies and ProceduresParticipates in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company's Quality Management SystemParticipates in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties. Is responsible to notify immediate Supervisor of any Health & Safety risks or concerns.Maintains confidentiality of client and corporate information and discusses same only with appropriate Bayshore personnelCompletes other tasks as requestedQualifications:EducationCompletion of a recognized Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, and/or Rehabilitation Assistant College Program.Other Skills, Abilities and RequirementsEnjoy dealing with people and working in a fast-paced customer service environment.Strong communication (oral and written) and presentation skills.Exceptional interpersonal skills. Ability to handle difficult situations in an objective consistent manner.Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate with a team.Ability to be self-directed and take direction.Demonstrated knowledge of personal computers and proficiency with secure email. Commitment to continual learning.Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.Bayshore is committed to a high quality and safe environment for both our staff and clients/patients. Dependent upon Provincial government regulations, and the position being applied for, new hires may be required to provide proof of vaccination against illnesses such as COVID-19, Hepatitis, Seasonal Flu etc. Please speak with the recruiter for Provincial and/or position specific requirements. Medical exemptions or any other kinds of requested exemptions based upon Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis.“At Bayshore Healthcare, our commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is our strength. This is how we bring our vision of being the difference in the lives of those we care for, work with and in our communities. We have a great sense of pride in creating a culture of belonging, where individual differences are embraced and celebrated, through programs, resources and policies that support each individuals purpose, potential and wellbeing.”Bayshore operates in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and applicable Provincial Human Rights Codes.