Rehabilitation Assistant

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vancouver Island Health Authority is seeking a Rehabilitation Assistant who will work within an interprofessional team to assist clients in achieving their rehabilitation goals. The role requires effective communication skills, organizational abilities, and a valid BC Driver's license. This position may also require travel between multiple sites, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Completion of a 2-year Rehabilitation Assistant Program required.
• 2 years of related experience or equivalency.
• Valid BC Driver's license needed.

Responsibilities

• Assists clients to achieve rehabilitation goals and maximize independence.
• Provides direct and indirect client care under clinical direction of therapists.
• Discusses modifications to care plans with therapists.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Instruction

Observation

Equipment operation

Independence

Education

Completion of a two year Rehabilitation Assistant Program

Valid BC Driver's licence

Job description

Port Alberni Home & Community Care Services - Port Alberni, BC V9Y 4N1 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

08:00-16:00

Days Off

As required

Vacancy Type

Casual

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$29.38 - $30.96

Paid FTE

N/A

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

N/A

Planned Start Date

Jun. 3 2025

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager, the Rehabilitation Assistant works as a member of an interprofessional team assisting clients in the community to achieve their rehabilitation goals and maximize their potential for independence. The Rehabilitation Assistant provides direct and indirect client care under the clinical direction of Rehabilitation Therapists (Occupational, Physical, Speech and Recreation Therapists) following the care plan as determined by the Rehabilitation Therapist(s) and discussing any modifications, changes or progressions to the plan prior to implementation.

Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Completion of a two year Rehabilitation Assistant Program plus two (2) years recent, related experience; or an equivalent of education, training and experience. Valid BC Driver's licence.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to work independently and in cooperation with others
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, their families and other members of the health care team, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with clients and staff
• Ability to instruct
• Ability to observe and recognize changes in clients
• Ability to operate related equipment
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position