Rehabilitation Assistant - Full Time

Sienna Senior Living; Port Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior living company is seeking a dedicated Rehabilitation Assistant for a full-time role. You will play a critical part in enhancing residents' lives through rehabilitation programs and teamwork. Qualified candidates should possess a rehab aide diploma, at least 2 years of experience in long-term care, and a passion for helping others.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Long Term Care.
• Valid First Aid Certificate including CPR-C.
• Must pass prescribed Criminal Records Check.

Responsibilities

• Follow rehabilitation and mobilization programs for residents.
• Incorporate rehabilitation routines into recreation programs.
• Maintain inventory of equipment and report needs.

Skills

Rehabilitation techniques

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Recreation therapy or rehab aide diploma

Grade 12 graduate

Job description

Full Time Rehab Assistant
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

If you’re passionate about being a part of a team that is, committed to the Team Member Experience and driven by innovation and growth – then join us!

The Rehabilitation Assistant is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents through the strong leadership and motivation of Sienna team members.

As a Rehabilitation Assistant your typical day will impact the following ways:

• Following the rehabilitation and mobilization program of residents as directed by the treating physiotherapist.

• Incorporating rehabilitation routines into recreation programs as directed by Director of Resident Programming.

• Providing teaching and demonstrating methods of proper rehabilitation and exercise to residents, families and team members.

• Submitting assessments for annual Care Conferences or Individual Program Plan.

• Maintaining an inventory of equipment, tools and supplies and report malfunctioning equipment and supply needs to the Director of Resident Programming.

• Providing input into planning and evaluating rehabilitation / recreation programs by reporting observations and resident feedback to the Director of Resident Programming.

• Reporting and recording any concerns or changes in the resident’s functional and cognitive behaviour to the direct care team.

• Maintaining an attending roster for statistical purposes.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Must haves:

• Grade 12 graduate.

• Recreation therapy or rehab aide degree/diploma is required.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Long Term Care.

• Valid First Aid Certificate including CPR-C.

• All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Records Check. Applicable to British Columbia applicants.

Bonus points for having:

• Additional training in mobilization and rehabilitation.

Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the lives of those we serve.

Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.

Wage Leveling rate of pay $30.96 per hour until such time that wage leveling ends, then the pay rate will reflect the collective agreement pay rates.