Rehabilitation Assistant (Certified) 2025-163-SB

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A health services organization is seeking a Rehabilitation Assistant in Winnipeg. This full-time position involves providing therapeutic treatments and supporting rehabilitation programs for residents. Candidates should hold a Rehabilitation Assistant Certificate and be fluent in both French and English. The role requires strong knowledge of anatomy and the ability to work collaboratively in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in long-term or chronic care facilities preferred.
• Satisfactory employment record and valid Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide assigned therapeutic treatments to residents.
• Support the rehabilitation program and services.
• Repair and adapt equipment according to needs.

Skills

Fluent in both French and English

Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team

Knowledge of therapeutic exercises and treatment techniques

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office

Education

Rehabilitation Assistant Certificate

Tools

Windows-based personal computers

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records

Job description

The Rehabilitation Assistant is responsible for providing assigned therapeutic treatments to residents, repairing and adapting equipment, and supporting the rehabilitation program and services. The role requires knowledge of body systems related to disease processes and therapeutic exercises. The Rehabilitation Assistant demonstrates a strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.

Service and Assignment: Care and Services - Rehabilitation

Starting Date: June 15, 2025

Shift and Hours of Work: 1.0 FTE - full-time - days, currently 08:00 - 16:15

Pay Scale: As per CUPE Collective Agreement

Specifications: This position provides services across multiple sites. Assignments and hours are subject to change based on operational needs.

Closing Date: Open until filled

Required Qualifications

• Rehabilitation Assistant Certificate
• Experience in long-term or chronic care facilities preferred
• Experience with Windows-based personal computers

Abilities and Skills

• Fluent in both French and English (AMSJ excluded)
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
• Understanding of rehabilitation philosophy and bio-chemistry
• Knowledge of therapeutic exercises and treatment techniques
• Ability to repair, modify, and adapt technological equipment
• Independent work skills with minimal supervision
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and functional movement related to disease
• Ability to instruct proper use of rehabilitation equipment
• Knowledge of Kinesiology and human movement
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Records
• Receptive to guidance and constructive feedback
• Physical and mental capacity to perform job duties
• Satisfactory employment record and valid Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector checks

Knowledge

• Actionmarguerite’s mission, values, policies, and procedures
• Workplace health and safety, W.H.M.I.S. program

This bilingual position (French/English) allows for employment across different Actionmarguerite facilities, with total hours not exceeding 1.0 FTE.

Our organization is committed to service and compassion, creating welcoming environments for all. Join us in making a positive difference in people’s lives. Actionmarguerite specializes in long-term care and health services for adults with complex needs, serving the Francophone community. We offer diverse roles to match various interests and qualifications.