Rehab Aide: Mobility & Wellness Specialist

Excelsior Care Group; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Acacia Care Rehab and Nursing Center in West Orange, NJ is seeking a compassionate Functional Maintenance Rehab Technician/Rehab Aide to support residents’ mobility, independence, and well-being. Under supervision of rehab and nursing teams, you will assist with ambulation, ROM exercises, equipment safety, transfers, EMR documentation, and group wellness activities in a resident-centered setting.

Previous rehab-tech experience in long-term care is a plus; HS diploma required; strong

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior rehab technician/rehab aide experience preferred.
• Experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and a compassionate, patient approach to resident care.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with ambulation and mobility exercises as directed by the rehab team and care plans.
• Assist with AAROM and PROM exercises as trained and directed.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and surfaces used in the functional maintenance program.
• Assist with safe resident transfers, including wheelchair transfers with proper equipment.
• Coordinate with nursing staff to apply/remove prescribed splints and braces per medical orders.
• Monitor changes in residents' functional abilities, skin integrity, or overall condition and report promptly.
• Document activities, ambulation distances, and assistance levels in the EMR system.
• Lead group wellness exercises and encourage resident participation.
• Follow resident care plans, infection prevention procedures, and facility safety guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the rehabilitation director.

Skills

Mobility assistance

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Acacia Care Rehab and Nursing Center in West Orange, NJ is seeking a compassionate Functional Maintenance Rehab Technician/Rehab Aide to support residents’ mobility, independence, and well-being. Under supervision of rehab and nursing teams, you will assist with ambulation, ROM exercises, equipment safety, transfers, EMR documentation, and group wellness activities in a resident-centered setting.

Previous rehab-tech experience in long-term care is a plus; HS diploma required; strong