Rehabilitation Assistant

JOB SUMMARY

Participates with members of the interdisciplinary team to provide care to patients where the first objective of care rehabilitation is to restore, maintain and improve the level of functional independence of clients / patients

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High School graduation or equivalent plus and an additional Rehabilitation Techniques Program / Course of over one year and up to two years with preference being given to those who have taken a comprehensive rehabilitation course with specialties in occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech language therapy and audiology;
• Experience working with adult patients would be an asset;
• Knowledge of the target population of Extra-Mural Services;
• Must have a valid New Brunswick Class 5 Driver's License and good driving record (proof required);
• Submit a valid and clean criminal record check;
• Have a current CPR Level C certification that has been issued in the last 12 months;
• Must demonstrate the ability to work efficiently as a member of the team and possess leadership and coaching skills, strong interpersonal skills, good judgment and decision making skills;
• Must be able to work all shifts as assigned, maintaining a good attendance record;
• Must have a high regard for confidentiality; and
• Must have excellent work habits and have a professional appearance; and
• Good computer knowledge and skills (MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).