Rehabilitation Aide

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Brandon; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Prairie Mountain Health in Manitoba is seeking a part-time Rehabilitation Aide to support therapists in long-term care, acute care and community settings. You will assist with assessments, direct client care, and mobility programs under supervision.

The role requires Grade 12, Rehabilitation Aide training or Health Care Aide credential, BCLS, a Manitoba driver's license, and strong computer skills. You will join a multidisciplinary team within PMH Therapy Services and contribute to client

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education as per MB standards.
• Rehabilitation Aide course with in-class learning and practical component; or equivalent online course.
• One year of experience in Therapy Services or Health Care Aide equivalent.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) training as per policy.
• Manitoba Class 5 Driver's License and access to a personal vehicle.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Good communication skills and ability to adapt to change.
• Respect for confidentiality and diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assessment and reassessment of clients as directed by therapists.
• Perform direct/indirect client care activities under supervision.
• Lead or support group exercise and mobility programs as prescribed.
• Administer therapeutic interventions as prescribed by therapists.
• Document interactions and outcomes per regional protocols.
• Coordinate referrals, schedules, and appointments.
• Support safety measures and proper transfer techniques.
• Provide training and assist with in-services as needed.
• Participate in data entry and equipment management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent judgment

Confidentiality

Cultural sensitivity

Flexibility

Education

Grade 12 education (MB Standards)

Rehabilitation Aide course or equivalent

Health Care Aide Certificate

Tools

BCLS Training

Driver's license and vehicle

Job description

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Site: Prairie Mountain Health -PMH Therapy Services

Department / Unit: Therapy Services

Job Stream: Clinical

Union : MGEU

FTE: 0.50

Anticipated Shift: Days

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Salary: As per collective agreement

Position Summary

Rehabilitation Aides work within rehabilitation programs in long term care, in acute care and in the community. Rehabilitation Aides carry out rehabilitation programs following the assessment, program development and delegation of intervention by a therapist or nurse with the goal to rehabilitate, maintain and optimize the client’s physical quality of life. The Rehabilitation Aide is supervised by the therapist or nurse for the throughout that client’s course of care in the program.

The Rehabilitation Aide is a member of a multidisciplinary team whose intervention services are provided in a Prairie Mountain Health (PMH) facility, the client’s home or community environment. Services provided include, but are not limited to, basic personal care and rehabilitation; supports for the client that are aimed at helping the client increase their level of mobility, independence with activities of daily living, community re-integration (if applicable) and maximize the client’s safety.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education (MB Standards)
• Rehabilitation Aide course with in-class learning and practical component; or completion of a recognized Rehabilitation Aide online course in addition to having one year of experience working in Therapy Services department or a recognized equivalent level of experience or Health Care Aide Certificate from a recognized program with a minimum of one (1) year full-time equivalent experience working as a Health Care Aide and willing to complete a recognized Rehabilitation Aide online course within one (1) year
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Training as delineated in Prairie Mountain Health Policy PPG-00002 CPR Training
• Province of Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License and access to a personal vehicle to provide service within Prairie Mountain Health
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology
• Demonstrated organizational skills, and the ability to work independently
• Demonstrated communication skills
• Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures
• Ability to display independent judgment
• Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
• Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
• Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis

Overview

• Assists the therapist with the assessment / reassessment of clients on an ongoing basis.
• Performs direct and indirect client care activities as assigned by the therapist or nurse for a specific client.
• Completes general group exercise or mobility programs as directed by the therapist, nurse or care team manager.
• Administers therapeutic interventions (e.g. modalities) as prescribed by the therapist.
• Follows the assigned duties and tasks within their scope of practice.
• Communicates responses to treatment and any relevant changes to the supervising therapist and/or nurse.
• Performs assigned client tasks including activities to promote/maximize function, mobility, movement, communication, independence in activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living using appropriate techniques that provide safety for clients and staff.
• Provides training and assistance with in-services at the request of the supervising therapist, nurse or care team manager.
• Provide or assist the client with mobility as per care plan to include but not be limited to; assists client into and out of bed; assists with walking/exercise programs; uses proper transfer techniques utilizing transfer belts, mechanical lifts and other appropriate equipment; assists in transport of clients to and from other departments as required and as per the care plan.
• Assists with the intake and management of referrals; coordinates and schedules client appointments for therapists as applicable.
• Provide or assist the client with necessary safety measures (as per policies and procedures) including side rails, seat belts, wheelchair foot pedals, assist in the management of disoriented or aggressive clients or visitors.
• Documents client interaction and treatments according to regional protocols and policies.
• Investigates, obtains quotes and orders client equipment as instructed.
• Identifies safety issues related to equipment.
• Retrieves, distributes, cleans, stores, labels and records equipment as requested by the therapist.
• Tracks and enters data into the statistical tracking systems.
• Other duties as assigned

Applicants already employed with Prairie Mountain Health may be considered for this position before other applicants.

This position is subject to a Criminal Records Check (including vulnerable sector), Adult Abuse Registry Check, and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any services charges incurred.

PMH has an Indigenous Human Resource Initiative and is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter and/or within their application form.

We thank all applicants that apply but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.