Rehabilitation Program Coordinator - Vancouver - Part Time

We are currently recruiting for a PermanentPart-Time Rehabilitation Program Coordinator position at our apartment program inVancouver.

Job Summary :

Under direct guidance from the Program Manager the Program Coordinator provides “hands on” support and direction to Rehabilitation Care Workers and clients. This includes involvement and guidance of rehabilitation programs, providing direction to staff and liaising with clients’ support networks and involved professionals. Implements and oversees the day-to-day operations of the rehabilitation program by taking required action to meet pre-established goals and objectives. May supervise staff.

The Program Coordinator provides life skills training, personal care, access to community leisure programs, companionship, housekeeping duties and support to individuals with a brain injury living in a group home or an apartment building, while providing a safe, natural, clean, home-like environment. Empower the clients to be as independent as possible and to achieve an active, productive, and rewarding lifestyle. Works side by side with the clients, when necessary, encouraging positive, creative experiences to enhance client quality of life and teach life skills. In all situations, the Program Coordinator encourages the client to perform all aspects of daily living as independently as possible, providing support where necessary. The Program Coordinator supports with clients booking medical appointments, having weekly meetings with the client(s), filling out weekly charts, writing monthly reports and weekly schedules, and contributing to the care plan of the client(s).

Qualifications :

• College level education (diploma or higher) or equivalent in a related field
• Recent related clinical experience of two years working with the brain injured or other disabled population, in a group home, or in a community support model
• Recent related supervisory experience of two years
• Current certification in emergency first aid for residential group homes or equivalent with CPR level A
• A valid Class 5 BC driver's license and the use of a personal vehicle to drive clients as necessary

Skills and Abilities :

Work Schedule : Monday & Wednesday, 8 am -4 pm, andFriday, 8am - 3 : 30pm

Wage Rate : $30.15 / hour

Term : Permanent Part-Time (22hours / week)

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