Restorative Care Aide

"How do you bring kindness to others every day?"

Restorative Care Aide:

Join us in our journey of kindness – our Kind era – where compassion is our language, and kindness is our legacy. We are committed to nurturing a culture of kindness that flourishes within our team. Our valued team members are the heart of our mission and their well-being directly impacts the lives of those in our care.

The Restorative Care Aide reports to the Programs Manager and is responsible for providing therapy services to residents under the direction of the Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist and the supervision of the designated lead and if applicable provides Nursing Restorative Services under the direction of the Unit Supervisor and the supervision of the designated lead.

Responsibilities:

• Complete initial assessments for ambulation, ROM, exercise and equipment needs (i.e. ambulatory and assistive devices), ensuring accurate records as required, including participation tracking, monthly statistics, Intake documentation, Quarterly documentation, MDS/RAPS, and Care plan updates
• Restorative Care under the direction of the Recreation Manager and in conjunction with the Physiotherapist.
• Provide programs that meet the physical needs of the residents, including: walking, ROM exercises, small-medium group exercises, etc.)
• Process and monitor all referrals and modify programs when necessary to ensure individual needs are met.
• Audit and evaluate the restorative care program to residents assessed as requiring this program.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of therapy(ies) provided to the resident and revise the plan of care according.
• Assist with the evaluation of therapies provided in collaboration with the Physiotherapist and/or Occupational Therapist.
• Work closely with Recreation Manager and interdisciplinary team to establish nursing restorative services for residents in consultation interdisciplinary team, update care plans, evaluate and document accordingly.
• Order assistive devices as appropriate and is responsible for providing appropriate ongoing maintenance and cleaning (i.e. wheelchairs, walkers, saska poles, versa frames, sit to stand, Med Up Bike).
• Participate in department meetings, unit meetings, care plan rounds, interdisciplinary care conferences and pre-admission care conferences as required.
• Ensure effective communication and good human relations with residents, residents' families, volunteers, and team members of other departments.
• Required to understand the nature and meaning of quality indicators used by the Home.
• Participate and conduct audits according to the schedule in the Quality Improvement Program.
• Focus on a person-centred approach whilst maintaining the organization's policies and procedures.
• Any and all other tasks as assigned.
• Monitor PSWs' techniques and practices when nursing restorative care is being provided.
• Educates PSWs on Nursing Restorative Philosophy and techniques, and acts as a resource for PSWs.
• Share relevant nursing restorative information to team members to assist them in their daily responsibilities.

Qualifications:

The qualifications needed to join our family are as follows:

• Must have PSW Certification and a minimum of RCET Restorative Care Education Training.
• Additional courses may include a post-secondary diploma or degree in kinesiology or other related field from a community college or university, and at least one year of experience in a health care setting.
• Has good understanding of the Nursing Restorative Philosophy
• Experience working in a long-term care setting
• Committed to promoting residents' well-being
• Ability to develop, implement and evaluate programs
• Demonstrated leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
• Inspire others to be motivated and work with a passion, and empower team members
• Computer literate
• CPR and First Aid qualifications are not required, but an asset
• Knowledge of RAI-MDS – AIS certified, if not, must be completed successfully within one (1) year of being hired.
• Must have a clear vulnerable sector screen, no older than 6 months, TB test results less than 6 months old, and must be able to provide three supervisory references

We are committed to inclusion, diversity, and equity in the workplace, and we welcome applications from all persons. Our organization takes the accessibility needs of employees and candidates with disabilities into account during the position summary review process. Employees and candidates are required to notify their Director/Manager/Supervisor or Hiring Manager if they have any accessibility needs, and the organization will work with the employee to address them.

Preferred

• College or better in Social Services
• College or better in Social Work
• Post Secondary Diploma or better in Recreation/Leisure Studies
• Post Secondary Diploma or better in Kinesiology
• Post Secondary Diploma or better in Therapeutic Recreation

Preferred

• CPR
• First Aid

Required

• Experience in a Healthcare Setting

Preferred

• Verbal Communication
• Computer Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Leadership Skills
• Experience in LTC Setting
• Understand the Nursing Restorative Philosophy
• Positive Mindset
• Program Planning and Evaluation
• Knowledge of RAI/MDS-AIS Cert