Rehabilitation Assistant

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Ladysmith; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established health authority seeks a dedicated Rehabilitation Assistant to join their interprofessional team. This role focuses on assisting clients in the community to achieve their rehabilitation goals, maximizing their independence. You will work closely with Rehabilitation Therapists, ensuring quality care and support. The position requires effective communication skills, the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and a commitment to patient safety. If you are passionate about making a difference in clients' lives and have the necessary qualifications, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to community health.

Qualifications

• Completion of a two-year Rehabilitation Assistant Program required.
• Must have a valid BC Driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in achieving rehabilitation goals under clinical direction.
• Provide direct and indirect client care as per care plan.

Skills

Independent Work

Effective Communication

Organizational Skills

Rapport Building

Instruction Ability

Observation Skills

Equipment Operation

Physical Ability

Education

Rehabilitation Assistant Program

Two years related experience

Job description

Ladysmith Community Health Centre - Ladysmith, BC V0R 2E0 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only): Multi-Site

Travel Requirement: Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time: 0800-1600

Days Off: N/A

Vacancy Type: Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate): $29.38 - $30.96

Paid FTE: 0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS: N/A

Planned Start Date: Pending Return of Incumbent

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check): Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager, the Rehabilitation Assistant works as a member of an interprofessional team assisting clients in the community to achieve their rehabilitation goals and maximize their potential for independence. The Rehabilitation Assistant provides direct and indirect client care under the clinical direction of Rehabilitation Therapists (Occupational, Physical, Speech and Recreation Therapists) following the care plan as determined by the Rehabilitation Therapist(s) and discussing any modifications, changes or progressions to the plan prior to implementation.

Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Completion of a two year Rehabilitation Assistant Program plus two (2) years recent, related experience; or an equivalent of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver's licence.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, their families and other members of the health care team, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients and staff
• Ability to instruct
• Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients
• Ability to operate related equipment
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position