Reactivation Worker

**Reactivation Worker**:
Competition #

6731

Job Title

Reactivation Worker

Department

Inpatient Consultation Service

Status

Permanent

Work Type

Part-time

Affiliation

ONA Paramedical

Shift Assignment

As assigned

Bilingualism Required

Yes

Police Check Requirement

Vulnerable Sector Check

Site

North East Specialized Geriatric Centre ONA Paramedical

Salary Information

$28.57 - $32.88 / hour

Application Closing Date

November 13, 2024

**KEY FUNCTION**:
Assist in establishing and maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment through engagement and interaction with hospitalized older adults followed by the Geriatric Inpatient Consultation Service.

**REPORTING**:
Under the general direction of the Clinical Manager, North East Specialized Geriatric Centre.

**DUTIES**:

- Assist the clinical team in the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment.
- Instruct and guide patients through recommended treatment and activity programs both individually and in groups.
- Work collaboratively with the clinical team to best meet the patient’s needs.
- Implement and guide patients through recommended treatment and activity as directed by the Geriatric Inpatient Consultation Service clinician (e.g. activities of daily living, walking program and transfers, communication skills, etc.).
- Instruct the patient in the use of equipment, and adaptive devices as directed by the clinician.
- Assist with the management of patient referrals and/or patient scheduling in accordance with the service’s practices under the direction of the clinician.
- Maintain an inventory of equipment, devices and materials; ensure cleanliness and tidiness of equipment and environment.
- Maintain a safe environment by caring for equipment breakdowns, remove hazards, complete maintenance requisitions and notify the clinician.
- Document patient intervention in the health record as per service requirements.
- Report observation of patient’s behaviour, progress and concerns to the assigning clinician.
- Maintain relevant statistical information.
- Assist the clinical team in the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment.
- Evaluate patient care and satisfaction on an ongoing basis and formulate solutions for improvement.
- Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
- Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
- Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
- Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
- Perform other duties as required.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

**EDUCATION AND TRAINING**:

- Minimum of a two (2) year Diploma or Certificate as an Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA), Physiotherapist Assistant (PTA), or a Rehabilitation Assistant from an accredited college.
- Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.

**EXPERIENCE**:

- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working with older adults in an acute care environment.
- Experience working in an interdisciplinary service delivery model is required.

**KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES**:

- Demonstrated training and knowledge of geriatric syndromes.
- Demonstrated knowledge of recovery and patient-centered approaches.
- Demonstrated ability to assist in the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment.
- Demonstrated ability to instruct and guide patients through recommended treatment and activity programs both individually and in groups.
- Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of lean methodology for process improvement.
- Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
- Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems.
- Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Demonstrated ability to manage routine correspondence, multiple tasks/projects, diversified workload and rapidly changing priorities and challenging deadlines.
- Demonstrated discretion and maturity when handling confidential information.
- Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.

**PERSONAL SUITABILITY**:

- Successful criminal reference check is required for vulnerable sector.
- Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with health care providers and patients.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
- Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
- Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
- Ability