Rehabilitation Assistant

**Location**:124 Cottage St., Windsor, NS, B0N 2T0 - **Dykeland Lodge**_ is a home-like long term care facility located in beautiful Windsor, Nova Scotia. We are committed to adding life to years by providing quality, compassionate, resident-centered care by a dedicated, competent and valued team. **Job Title**:Rehabilitation Assistant **Care Approach** - We believe in a resident focused model of care - We recognize the importance of providing a safe and supportive environment - We ensure that staff is equipped and striving to put the resident at the center of their care - We aim to maximize resident independence and abilities while providing quality, compassionate, holistic care - We recognize and respect privacy and confidentiality The Rehabilitation Assistant is a support person in the rehabilitation setting, to assist the Occupational Therapist (OT) and the Physiotherapist (PT) to more effectively utilize their professional skills. **Education Required**: - Grade XII education - Graduate of a recognized College of Physiotherapy Assistant and Occupational Therapy Assistant program - Have a basic knowledge of medical terminology, equipment and modalities - **Police check and Vulnerable Sector Screening Request in the last 3 months is required** **Competencies**: - Effective communication both written and verbal in English with residents, families and co-workers - Strong moral and ethics along with a commitment to Privacy and Confidentiality in all aspects of the organization - Well organized and able to complete assigned work and manage changing caseloads - Physically fit as this position involves lifting and handling of physically and/or cognitively impaired residents(e.g. assists residents to stand; range of motion exercises, etc) - Acts with integrity and respects the rights and dignity of all residents - Excellent time management and multitasking skills and the ability to prioritize tasks with mínimal supervision - Problem identification and problem resolution skills - High degree of resourcefulness, flexibility, and adaptability - Reliable with good attendance and cheerful disposition - Maintenance of a clean and sanitary environment - Possesses exemplary Customer Service skills - Respectful and hardworking team player **Responsibilities**: - Assist the therapists with interventions for individual residents or groups in areas of physical or functional skills - Reports observations of residents behaviors and progress to the therapists and documents same in progress notes. - Initial assessment of resident upon admission completed by RA when OT/PT not available - Cleans equipment within treatment area - Prepares and maintains treatment areas; cleans and maintains other equipment as required e.g. Red Cross wheelchairs, slings, walkers etc - Assists with clerical duties as designated by the therapists - Attends team meetings/rounds and participates on rehab committees/workplace committees - Participates in staff education programs as applicable - Completes assigned and routine tasks without direct supervision - Recognizes residents’ abilities and limitations and works within their capabilities - Provides in-service education to support staff or the community as designated by the therapist - Assists with the residents walking program - Works with vendors to assist with the assessment and repair of equipment as needed - Assists with the lift and transfer program - Assists with procurement of assistive devices from the Red Cross; organize and maintain all documents about equipment - Other related duties as required **What We Offer YOU**: - Pension Plan - Employee and Family Assistance Program - Comprehensive Orientation - A supportive work environment - "Kudos" Internal Recognition Program - Employee Recognition Gathering (BBQs, Holiday Party, Potlucks, Professional Week Celebrations, etc) - Reduced pricing for meals from our kitchen - Free parking - Free access to current e-learning through SURGE and opportunities to take part in job related training and development - Join us now and move with us to our **brand-new, world class facility** **As per the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Protocol in High-Risk Settings, we require all team members to be fully vaccinated by November 30th, 2021.** **Applicants must be a Canadian citizen or have the proper documentation that allows employment in Canada (Canadian Residency or Citizenship)** **Job Type**: Part-time Pay: $19.01-$30.04 per hour **Benefits**: - Company events - On-site parking Schedule: - 8 hour shift - Day shift - Monday to Friday Work Location: In person