Rehabilitation Assistant - Winnipeg, Canada - The Movement Centre Of Manitoba Inc

The Movement Centre Of Manitoba Inc

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Winnipeg, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Do you want to be a part of something special? Do you want to feel valued and supported while you make a difference in the lives of children and adults with disabilities? If you said "YES," we want to hear from you:
What do Movement Centre Rehabilitation Assistants (aka Conductive Education Assistants) Do?

Under the direction and with the guidance of the program leader, CEAs work one-on-one with children and adults who have neurological motor disorders in our Conductive Education (CE) classes, helping them gain/regain mobility, confidence, and independence.

Our unique therapy is conducted in a group environment, so our CEAs are an integral part of a dynamic team of like-minded individuals who use their knowledge of body mechanics and ability to motivate and encourage others to help our clients reach their full potential.

Your Responsibilities:

Assist facilitation of the delivery of CE rehabilitation by working directly people with physical and/or intellectual disabilities:
motivating, safeguarding, and assisting clients as they develop and practice functional life skills, techniques, and activities designed to meet their specific needs

- transferring clients
- assisting clients with toileting and feeding
- monitoring client conditions and progress during activities and reporting to the program leader

Set up classroom for specific clients/groups prior to the start of each class, clean classroom at the conclusion of class
Assist program leaders with preparation of program materials for clients
Report any incidents to program leaders and follow incident reporting procedures
Assist administrative staff with duties such as answering phone, photocopying, fundraising tasks, etc., as requested and time allows
Follow organization policies & procedures, including COVID19 safety measures

Your Qualifications and Skills:

Be excited to motivate children and adults to reach their full potential
Enjoy field trips, crafts, science, games, and all things fun
Feel satisfied when your work makes a true difference in the lives of others
Love working as a team, and be eager to become an integral part of a tightknit group of colleagues who share the same values
Be excited to learn about and facilitate a unique and specialized rehabilitation therapy that has changed the lives of countless Manitobans
Have an understanding of physiology and body mechanics
Be excited to come to work every day with a positive, energetic, and adaptable outlook
Be a student or graduate of a recognized kinesiology degree or rehabilitation assistant program
Have valid and current Security Checks (within 3 months preferred, conditional employment may be granted while checks are being processed):
Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Search, Child Abuse Registry Check, Adult Abuse Registry Check
Be caring, compassionate, and committed to providing dignity and respect to all members of the public
Be a problemsolver, an outsideofthebox thinker, and a great communicator

The Work Conditions and Physical Demands:

You'll work in a fast-paced environment, with repetitive physical tasks, attention to detail is required
There is a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, kneeling
You must be able to lift/carry up to 80lbs (manual handling techniques, transferring and transporting clients and equipment)

Some of the Benefits of Joining Our Team:

Career advancement opportunities
Flexible work schedules
Onsite training, plus continuous scheduled professional development throughout the year
Working in a newly renovated facility
Fun work with a purpose

Application Deadline:
Sunday, January 22, 2023

Expected start date:
As soon as possible

Starting wage:
$16.00/hour

Openings:
Multiple part-time openings, potential for full-time employment and lots of opportunity for call-ins and additional shifts.