Rehabilitation Assistant - Vancouver, Canada - BC Centre for Ability

BC Centre for Ability

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Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Rehabilitation Assistant

Classification:
Rehabilitation Assistant

Status: 0.8 Part Time Regular

Start Date:
ASAP

Pay Grade: 28, $29.38 -$30.96

Employee Group:
BCGEU

About Us:

The BC Centre for Ability provides community-based services to enhance the quality of life for children, youth and adults with disabilities, and their families, in ways that foster inclusion in all aspects of life.

Our belief that every person is born with the ability to succeed in life, on their own terms has enabled us to serve children, youth, and adults with disabilities, and their families, since 1969, when we were first established as the BC Neurological Association.

About the Opportunity:

We are looking for Rehabilitation Assistant to join our Early Intervention Program in Therapy Services.
The Early Intervention Program provides physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy and social work support for over 1000 children and their families. Services are provided in the child's natural environments, as well as through clinic and group opportunities, and focus on helping the child become successful in their daily routines and participation in home and community life.

A Day in the Life of a BC CFA Rehabilitation Assistant:

Work with designated OT/PT/SLPs to carry out established intervention plans
Provide 1:1 client sessions under the direction of PT/OT/SLP
Lead child and family group sessions developed in collaboration with OT/PT/SLP
Assist in the modification of PT/OT/SLP intervention plans
Report observation of client's progress to supervising therapist
Maintain up to date client records
Responsible for the maintenance of the equipment library, including safety and quality of items
Oversee OT/PT/SLP store containing items sold to families including feeding utensils, splints, orthotics
Assist OT and PT with splinting and casting, including setting up for gait analysis
Maintain splinting and casting room
Organize programbased invoices for equipment and supplies

The Qualifications and Skills You Bring:

Education, Training and Experience:

Diploma from a recognized Rehabilitation Assistant Program
Experience working in pediatrics is preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Proven collaboration, communication and consultation skills
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proven organization and time management skills are required
Ability to adapt to change and embrace new technology
Competency using a virtual platform, electronic client record system and word processing software

Working Conditions & Provisos:

Valid BC Driver's license with reliable use of car for work with business insurance
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position

Benefits & Perks:

Our workplace culture embraces Hope, Kindness, Collaboration, Innovation and Family. We offer meaningful benefits and perks that make a difference for you and your family. Here are some of them.
Extended Health and Dental plan
Municipal Pension Plan
Collaborative team environment
Learning and development opportunities
Free Onsite Parking
Flexible working hours
Remote working
Workplace wellness programs
Paid Sick leave

Interested?- External Posting: Open until filled.