Rehabilitation Assistant - Whitehorse, Canada - Yukon Government

Yukon Government

Verified Company

Whitehorse, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

This posting is to fill one (1) term anticipatory permanent full time position working 75-hours bi-weekly

An eligibility list will be established for future anticipatory perm, term, AOC vacancies.

We are looking for a dynamic individual to provide clinical care services for residents that live in our Long Term Care facilities, who have physical, cognitive, social and/or emotional impairments.

The Rehabilitation Assistant functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team in meeting the needs of residents.

Under the direction of a physiotherapist, occupational therapist and/or speech-language pathologist, the Rehabilitation Assistant is responsible for providing rehabilitation programs and/or activities to enhance, maintain, improve, or restore the ability to participate in meaningful activities of daily living.

This position may also provide training to staff working throughout the Continuing Care division.

Who We Are
Yukon's Department of Health and Social Services aims to promote, protect, and enhance the well-being of Yukon people through a continuum of quality, accessible, and appropriate health and social services

Continuing Care's philosophy is:
- "Every action and decision performed by this position is founded on respect for the residents and clients, for the promotion of their dignity, individual freedom, choice and lifestyle, and meaningful quality living. "_

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Please note selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume. Resumes are only accepted through Yukon Government's Erecruitment system.

For more information on how to prepare your resume, please visit:
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An Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) or Physiotherapy Assistant (PTA) diploma from an accredited Canadian program.
Recent and relevant demonstrated experience providing direct patient care duties
Experience providing treatment under the direction of a physiotherapist/occupational therapist/speech language pathologist in both a community environment and a long term care setting is an asset.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Suitability

Ability to implement individual and group programs under the direction of a rehabilitation professional
Ability to deal effectively with clients with challenging or conflicting situations
Ability to work independently and within a team setting
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work in a multicultural environment with an emphasis on Yukon First Nation's culture
Ability to monitor and maintain equipment
Ability to use good judgment in assessing challenging situations
Ability to anticipate client's unique needs
Ability to be consistent and display a positive/helpful attitude
Ability to work well under the clinical direction provided by rehabilitation professionals and complete associated assigned tasks
Knowledge of occupational therapy, physiotherapy and speech language pathology practice
Ability to function within an interdisciplinary team managing competing demands from multiple assigning rehabilitation professionals

Conditions of Employment: