Rehabilitation Assistant

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Health in Victoria, BC is seeking a Rehabilitation Assistant to support patient and resident activities under the supervision of a Therapist. You will conduct individual and group sessions, lead volunteers, and help transport patients within the facility while recording progress for care teams.

The role requires completion of a Rehabilitation Assistant Program or equivalent, with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Rehabilitation Assistant Program.
• Equivalent education, training, and experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Carry out individual and group therapeutic, recreational, and physical activities to improve functional abilities.
• Provide direction to volunteers during activity programs.
• Transport patients and residents to and from treatment or activity areas and report observations to Therapist.

Skills

Communication

Physical ability

Equipment operation

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Rehabilitation Assistant Program

Job description

Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0730-1545

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$32.84 - $32.84

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

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 (Island Health), patient & staff 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.

Reports to the Manager or designate. Under the general direction of the treating Staff Therapist, carries out individual and group therapeutic, recreational, and physical activities to improve and maintain the functional abilities of patients and residents. Performs related functions such as providing direction to volunteers during activity programs, transporting patients and residents to and from treatment or activity area, and reporting observations on progress to Therapist.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Completion of a recognized Rehabilitation Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to operate related equipment.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to deal with others effectively.