Exercise/recreation Assistant for Phyiscally
1 month ago
**Excercise/Recreation Assistant for Disabled Young Man**
This job integrates elements of Physical, Occupational and Recreation Therapies. A Cover Letter should be included which describes why you seek this position and any previous experience with physically disabled adults.
The articulate and engaging 33 year old male client uses a manual wheelchair for mobility and is currently a post-secondary education student.
This job entails implementing a clearly designed hands-on program which includes:
- a physical exercises to promote strength, flexibility, coordination, and independence
- a swimming program
- wheelchair skills
- computer skills
- assistance with personal care
- recreational activities
- assisting with transfers
- education assistance (note-taking, document organization, etc)
- driving client to and from activities
Training and ongoing consultation will be provided.
**Location**:The location of the position is a home located about 4 minutes (by car or bus) from the Armdale Rotary in Halifax **Hours**:(22-28 hours per week daytime hours with possibility of additional hours)
**Applicants must be available for position for at least one year. Applicants need to have flexible daytime hours.**
**Pay**:$22-25/Hour
**Qualifications**: - Excellent physical strength and health (young man weighs 133 pounds and requires assistance with all transfers, lifting, and his exercise program)
- College diploma or current undergraduate university degree or current university student
- comfortable with assisting in personal care (dressing, toileting)
- creativity and problem-solving, patience
- ability to incorporate feedback into program
- skilled in computer usage
- punctuality
**Required**:
- Canadian Permanent Resident or Citizen
- current resident of Halifax Regional Municipality
- Criminal Record and Vulnerable sector check
- valid Driver's License and driving record
- first aid (CPR stand level C)
- previous work experience with physically disabled is an asset
**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time
**Salary**: $23.00-$25.00 per hour
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- Do you currently live in Halifax Regional Municipality?
- Have you supplied a cover letter for this job?
- How many years experience do you have working with physically disabled adults?
**Education**:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Canadian Driver's Licence (required)
Work Location: One location
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