Rehabilitation Assistant, Forensic Mental Health, Minimum and Medium Security Units

Rehabilitation Assistant, Forensic Mental Health, Minimum and Medium Security Units

BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services

Vancouver, BC

What you'll do

• Carry out components of established psychosocial and physical rehabilitative programs to address the assessed needs of patients by implementing, actively participating in and evaluating therapeutic programs for assigned areas. Implements individual program plans and corresponding psychosocial and physical rehabilitation intervention strategies including: exercise, programs for specific conditions (i.e. orthopaedic, neurological etc.), ambulation, crutch walking, range of motion (ROM), self-care training, back health groups, the application of specific therapeutic modalities such as Interferential current (IFC), TENS, etc. and a wide variety of group-based rehabilitation and/or vocational rehab programs/services; determining the destination and taking patients on small or large group staff supported community outings; setting up equipment and instructing patients in its use for instance, gym and adaptive aids, including wheelchair set up; preparing woodworking supplies and providing direction to patients in the completion of woodwork projects; conducting pre and post safety checks within assigned areas
• Work collaboratively with the interprofessional team to develop/implement individualized rehabilitative treatment plans for patients by identifying patient strengths, limitations and functional level for program involvement. Work with team members in the regular evaluation of assigned programs with regard to patients' assessed needs and progress, and modifies or changes programs as indicated, e.g., recommending suitability for programs. Utilize skills and knowledge to assess a patients condition and make in the moment adjustments to interventions in response to the patients current health status.
• Complete rehabilitation assignments within designated scope of practice and documents patient progress. Report observations of patients' behavior and progress to therapist and Treatment Team. Communicate concerns and/or changes to patients' condition. Prepare individual discharge reports to meet department/organization documentation standards at the conclusion of each closed program by summarizing information focusing on patients' life skills and independence levels and recommending appropriate community supports where available. Maintain outcome and workload measurement statistics.
• Work collaboratively with other Rehabilitation colleague, therapists and Treatment Team members to analyze the needs of target patient populations as a basis for new program development, standards and evaluation strategies by reviewing relevant literature and suggesting interventions that will support the achievement of desired treatment outcomes. Participate in the development of specific program curricula to address the functional level of the target population including researching, obtaining, and creating appropriate educational, testing, and other program materials to meet established program goals and objectives and evaluation processes under the guidance and supervision of the designated therapist.
• Maintain work area and equipment by ensuring equipment and supplies, such as tools, materials and chemicals used in the program are stored appropriately and accounted for, arranging repairs as required, and assuming the responsibility for the purchase of supplies to support programs as required. Clean, disinfect and maintain equipment including mobility self-care aids and adaptive devices, and report malfunctioning equipment to appropriate staff. Fabricate/repair adaptive devices such as splint straps under the direction of the designated therapist.

What you bring

Qualifications

• Completion of a Rehabilitation Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of recent, related education and training plus 2 years clinical experience.
• Food Safe Certificate
• Valid Class 4 BC Driver's License.

You will also have

• 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 the work
• Ability to teach
• Ability to operate related equipment
• Ability to understand role and scope of an Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist and how the Rehabilitation Assistant role relates to it
• Ability to implement programs delegated by a therapist
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act
• Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That's why we're focused on your care too - offering health, wellness, development programs to support you - at work and at home.

• Join one of BC's largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations - offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time
Wage: $31.58/hour

Location: 70 Colony Farm Road, Port Coquitlam BC, V3C 5X9
Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Hours of Work: Monday - Friday,
Requisition # 165446E

As per the current Public Health Order, full vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment with PHSA as of October 26, 2021.

What we do

BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services (BCMHSUS) cares for people with complex mental health and substance use challenges.

BCMHSUS is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people - Be compassionate - Dare to innovate - Cultivate partnerships - Serve with purpose. Learn more about PHSA and our programs:

PHSA and BCMHSUS are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background and experience, and value a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.

Reconciliation is an ongoing process and a shared responsibility for all of us. The BC Governments' unanimous passage of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act was a significant step forward in this journey—one that all health authorities are expected to support as we work in cooperation with Indigenous Peoples to establish a clear and sustainable path to lasting reconciliation. True reconciliation will take time and ongoing commitment to work with Indigenous Peoples as they move toward self-determination. Guiding these efforts Crown agencies must remain focused on creating opportunities that implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.

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