Rehabilitation Assistant Regular Full Time [BGW RA D1 1.00] AgeCare Glenwarren

Agecare; Canada; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care facility in Victoria, BC is seeking a Rehabilitation Assistant to support residents in achieving their health and mobility goals. Responsibilities include assisting with exercises, managing rehabilitation equipment, and collaborating with care teams to enhance resident care. Ideal candidates should possess a Rehabilitation Assistant Diploma and have experience in gerontology or dementia care. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Pay & Benefits

Career Growth

Supportive Culture

Recognition & Purpose

Qualifications

• Completion of a Rehabilitation Assistant Diploma from a recognized institution or equivalent.
• Previous experience in continuing care, gerontology, or dementia care preferred.
• Ability to build trust and use motivational techniques in a long-term care environment.
• Proven ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in English, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Support therapeutic interventions and administer manual exercises.
• Manage rehabilitation equipment and complete related documentation.
• Monitor and report resident participation in therapy.
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure communication on care plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Motivational techniques

Proficiency in English

Trust-building

Education

Rehabilitation Assistant Diploma

Tools

Documentation systems like POC

Job description

Rehabilitation Assistant Regular Full Time [BGW RA D1 1.00] AgeCare Glenwarren page is loaded

Rehabilitation Assistant Regular Full Time [BGW RA D1 1.00] AgeCare Glenwarren

Apply locations Victoria, British Columbia, Canada time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R25_04216

Make a Meaningful Impact – Join AgeCare as a Rehabilitation Assistant

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about helping others live their best lives? As a Rehabilitation Assistant, you will work under the direction of a Rehabilitation Therapist (OT/PT) to support residents in achieving their health and mobility goals. Your role will include assisting with range-of-motion exercises, client mobilization, safe transfers and lifts using appropriate aids, gait training, leading group exercise activities, and preparing both residents and equipment for therapy sessions.

What You’ll Do

• Support therapeutic interventions by administering manual exercises and guiding residents through physical activities such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functions, and daily living activities (DAL).

• Manage rehabilitation equipment by assessing, installing, maintaining, and auditing devices such as transfer poles, wheelchairs, bedrails, and alarms, and completing related documentation.

• Monitor and report resident participation and response to therapy interventions.

• Review communication logs and daily reports to stay informed of care updates.

• Collect relevant data and help identify emerging issues or trends in resident care.

• Observe and promptly report any changes in medical status, behavior, or potential for aggression to the Therapist and/or Manager.

• Collaborate closely with the care team (RN, LPN, Rehabilitation Therapist) to ensure seamless communication and support for each resident’s care plan.

What You Bring

• Completion of a Rehabilitation Assistant Diploma from a recognized institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Previous experience in continuing care, gerontology, or dementia care is strongly preferred.

• A resident-centered mindset, with the ability to build trust and use motivational techniques effectively in a long-term care environment.

• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience with documentation systems like POC is an asset.

• Proficiency in English, both verbal and written, is essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Including comprehensive health coverage, paid vacation, and more.

• Career Growth – Access to ongoing training, development, and mentorship opportunities.

• Supportive Culture – A collaborative, respectful, and inclusive work environment.

• Recognition & Purpose – Meaningful work where your efforts are valued and appreciated every day.

About AgeCare

For over 25 years, AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant, compassionate communities where residents feel safe, respected, and at home. With more than 50 locations across Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario, we are proud to offer high-quality, person-centered care rooted in trust, dignity, and respect.

Work Location: AgeCare Glenwarren

Address: 1230 Balmoral Rd, Victoria, BC V8T 1B3

FTE: 1.0

Employment Type: Regular Full Time

Wage Levelling Salary: $30.96 per hour

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!

About Us

Since 1998 AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant communities that celebrate and support aging with dignity, independence and community interaction for seniors. We offer our residents a safe and secure home-like atmosphere where they and their families can be assured peace of mind. We want to hear from you if you are a talented, motivated, and embrace our guiding principles of:

Trust : Act with integrity and fairness
Respect : Treat everyone with dignity, kindness, and compassion
Quality : Relentlessly pursue excellence in care and service
Teamwork : Uplift each other with positive energy and support