Therapeutic Assistant - Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; Presencial; CAD 34.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Nova Scotia Health Authority in Halifax is seeking a Therapeutic Assistant to support rehabilitation and supportive care services. The role involves assisting with health promotion and therapeutic activities, working with an interdisciplinary team, and communicating patient-specific information to improve care.

The position requires a two-year recreation/therapeutic recreation diploma, current CPR, and strong interpersonal skills. French language ability is an asset; NVCI certification is a plus.

Formación

• Diploma from a two year Recreation or Therapeutic Recreation Program.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Current St. John Ambulance First Aid course preferred.
• Current certification in Non Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) is an asset.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in the provision of health, health promotion and therapeutic services to rehabilitation patients.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary treatment team to carry out treatment programs.
• Communicate patient-specific information to enhance treatment team knowledge.

Conocimientos

CPR certification

First Aid

NVCI asset

Leadership skills

Community resources knowledge

French preferred

Educación

Diploma in Recreation or Therapeutic Recreation

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Therapeutic Assistant - Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services

Req ID: 228480
Location: CentralZone,Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII
Department: OPCZ Neuro Science Acute Care Rec Therap
Type of Employment: CasualHourly FT long-assignment(100%) x 1
Union: NSGEU HealthcarePosition
Posting Closing Date: 30-Oct-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Program Manager of the Neurology and Spinal Cord Injury department within the Rehabilitation and Supportive Care Services portfolio and working in cooperation with the Recreation Therapist, the Therapeutic Assistant assists in the provision of health, health promotion and therapeutic services to the rehabilitation population. The Therapeutic Assistant will work cooperatively and collaboratively with the interdisciplinary treatment team in carrying out the individual’s treatment program and communicating patient-specific information that will enhance the level of knowledge of the treatment team.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Diploma from a two year Recreation or Therapeutic Recreation Program
• Current CPR certification is required
• Current St. John Ambulance First Aid course preferred
• Current certification in Non Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) is an asset
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of community resources
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Long assignment full-time position; 75 hours biweekly
• Approximately 12 months

Compensation and Benefits

$24.75 - $28.36 hourly
$29.35 Hourly with 25 years' service with the employer

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

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