Community Rehabilitation Assistant | Home Support

Description

Interior Health Rehabilitation Assistants function as members of the multidisciplinary team in meeting the needs of the client.

We are seeking a Community Rehabilitation Assistant for a permanent full time opening with Nelson Home Support. Days of work are Monday to Friday 08 : 00 to 16 : 00 hours.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Completion of a recognized Rehabilitation Assistant Program plus one year’s recent related experience.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.

Comments

This posting is covered by the Provincial Health Officer’s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination orders and selected applicant(s) must comply.

Interior Health now offers assistance from an Aboriginal Employment Advisor. If you self-identify as Aboriginal (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) and if you would like assistance with internal career exploration, send your question via email to AboriginalEmployment@interiorhealth.ca to be redirected to the Employment Advisor. We invite applicants to self-identify as First nations, Métis, or Inuit within cover letters and / or resumes.

Responsibilities

This position works in home based rehabilitation with adults with a variety of physical disabilities. Under the direction of Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists you will assist clients with activities of daily living, and implementing individual programs in clients’ homes and other community sites. Services offered are intended to allow clients to maximise their functional ability, remain at home and engage in meaningful activity.

We have a supportive team environment, access to learning opportunities, regular team meetings. We are seeking a strong communicator, ability to manage own caseload and plan own appointments around the community. Local travel is involved and access to a personal vehicle may be required.

We offer an exceptional employer-paid benefits package and generous vacation entitlement. We offer a work environment conducive to growth and development of strong clinical skills. The opportunity to have a balanced lifestyle that allows you to maintain the quality of life you desire.

If you are a Rehabilitation Assistant with great communication and time management skills, we would love to hear from you!

Pay Rate

24.57 / hr

Term Of Appointment

Permanent Full Time

Hours Per Week

37.5