Rehabilitation Assistant (Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy)

Vancouver Coastal Health; Area D (Elaho/Garibaldi); On-site; CAD 37,323 - 53,157; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Employer-paid training opportunities

Wellness supports available to employees and families

Recognition programs

Exclusive discount offers for staff

Job summary

Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a Rehabilitation Assistant to support the Hilltop House Long Term Care team in Squamish, BC. Successful candidates will assist occupational and physiotherapists by implementing care plans, providing functional direction, and supporting patients in daily living skills. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage and professional development opportunities, as well as a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Function under the operational supervision of the Program Manager.
• Work under the direction of occupational therapists and physiotherapists.
• Receive assignments and implement interventions related to care plans.
• Teach activities and adapt devices for patient independence.
• Direct volunteers and maintain equipment inventory.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to deal with others

Physical ability for duties

Organizational skills

Equipment operation

Education

Completion of a recognized Rehabilitation Assistant Program

Job description

Salary Details

The salary range for this position is CAD $32.84/Hr. - CAD $32.84/Hr.

Job Summary

Come work as a Rehabilitation Assistant with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH). Relocation Assistance may be available. Apply today to speak to a Talent Acquisition Advisor!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for a Rehabilitation Assistant to join the Hilltop House Long Term Care team in Squamish, BC.

Responsibilities

• Function under the operational supervision of the Program Manager, and the practice supervision of the Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Practice Coordinators.
• Work under the direction of designated occupational therapist and physiotherapist, in coordination with the other interdisciplinary team members.
• Support the team with duties such as:
  • receiving assignments and implementing lower risk interventions related to the clinical aspects of OT/PT care plans,
  • demonstrating and teaching activities,
  • adapting devices to enable patients/clients/residents to maximize their potential for independence,
  • providing functional direction to patient/client/residents and family,
  • assisting with practicing daily living skills.
• Report relevant observations of patient/client/resident progress and behaviours.
• Provide direction to volunteers, organize and clean equipment and supplies for activities, and maintain established inventory of supplies.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Completion of a recognized Rehabilitation Assistant Program.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

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

Employment Details

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity‑deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.