Rehabilitation Assistant

4 days ago

Vancouver BC, Greater Vancouver Regional District, BC; British Columbia, Canada ProVita Care Management Full-time €33

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Make a meaningful impact in residents' lives—join our compassionate team today

Attractive Pay – Earn $32.84/hour
Comprehensive Benefits – Includes extended health, dental, andEmployee Assistance Program
Career Growth – Take advantage oftraining, continuing education, and advancement opportunities
Supportive Environment – Work with a team that values and supports you

Assists residents with established rehabilitative programs, such as task analysis, application and use of special seating, application and use of commonly used assistive devices, joint rotation, and cognitive rehabilitation.
Positions, sets up and monitors programs such as Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator treatments, enhancement and maintenance of range of motion exercises i.e. passive/active/assisted, stretching routines, enhancement and maintenance of muscle strength and endurance exercise, and ambulation programs where a variety of assistive devices and/or gait patterns are expected.
Prepares designated modalities for residents such as hot packs, ice packs, electrotherapy and exercise apparatus for treatment as directed by the therapist.
Transports residents to and from recreation or rehabilitation programs utilizing mechanical aides such as walker, wheelchair and lift.
Records observations on the care plan and reports observations of resident behavior and progress or lack of progress to the Primary Nurse and Physiotherapist if available.
Teaches, directs and demonstrates techniques and methods of related activities to residents, care staff and volunteers.
Operates bus/van/car, as required, to transport residents to a program, as required.

We are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals who are eager to make a difference in the lives of others.

Completion of recognized Rehabilitation Assistant Program plus 1 year’s recent, relevant experience working with seniors or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Maintains Current Class 4 BC driver’s license, as applicable to home needs.
Occupational First Aid Level 1 certification
Fully vaccinated against COVID-19
Strong communication skills in English

*Please note that Healthcare wages are being adjusted and topped up by the government currently, August 2024.

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