Hiring a Rehabilitation Assistant

Closing Date: September 23, 2020 at 4:30 pm

Salary: $45,000

Employment opportunity – Full Time Permanent

SUMMARY:

Under the direction and supervision of the Jordan’s Principle Case Manager and Speech Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists, the Rehabilitation Assistant will be responsible for the delivery of rehabilitation support compatible with the objectives, policies and procedures of Jordan’s Principle Child First Initiative.

The Rehabilitation Assistant will actively participate in the implementation of Care Plans and therapeutic guidelines in order to enable clients to achieve maximum ability, independence, health and self-esteem.

DUTIES:

Provide a high standard of personal care to clients in a respectful and culturally sensitive manner
Work with therapists to ensure rehabilitation goals and objectives are implemented and reinforced
Participate fully in the client’s care plan
Work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Demonstrated written and oral communication skills
Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
CPR and First Aid Certification
Reliable and Responsible
Supervision skills an asset
Knowledge and understanding of the Cree customs and language will be an asset
Must be able to work a flexible schedule
Must have a valid Manitoba driver’s licence and reliable vehicle
Subject to Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry check.