Contract Opportunities:
Rehabilitation Support Workers
Summary
The rehabilitation support worker’s primary function is to assist clients with achieving their optimal level of independence. Under the direction of a regulated healthcare professional, the rehabilitation support worker provides support services to clients living with the effects of an acquired brain injury, mental health issues, spinal cord injuries and/or various complex needs. Programs that may be implemented include life skills retraining, behavioural management, cognitive remediation, community reintegration, educational and vocational support.
Responsibilities
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Effectively and professionally implement treatment programs under the direction of the rehabilitation team.
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Meet with clients as specified by the treatment team and as set out in the treatment plan.
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Implement therapy goals into the client’s everyday routines in a way which ensures the client modifies activities of daily living in a consistent, structured and routine fashion.
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Communicate to regulated healthcare professionals regarding client's progress and intervention strategies.
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Provide input into treatment objectives and client’s programming when requested.
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Liaise with all members of the treatment team to ensure effective service provision and attend team meetings as scheduled.
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Review all documentation provided by members of the treatment team.
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Communicate with Manager on a regular basis, seeking guidance when necessary.
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Prepare and send detailed progress notes to Manager for each client on a weekly basis, as specified.
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Prepare and send progress reports to Manager for each client on a regular basis, or as specified.
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Participate in ongoing training and professional development in-services.
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Conduct self in professional and courteous manner at all times.
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Exercise good personal time management and consistent punctuality.
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Treat every client with dignity and respect.
Education & Experience
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Relevant post-secondary education within the health or social services field.
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Minimum four years experience in acquired brain injury and/or mental health.
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In-depth knowledge and experience with the design, development and implementation of behavioural modification strategies and interventions.
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Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
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Personal computer skills including familiarity with Microsoft Office software.
Requirements
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Maintain up-to-date criminal reference checks including vulnerable sector screening.
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Valid driver’s license and clear driver’s abstract.
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Maintain certification in Non-Violent Crisis Prevention and Intervention.
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Updated certification in CPR and First Aid
Contact Information
Please fax or email your resume to:
GENESIS COMMUNITY REHABILITATION, INC.
Attention: Jeff Tronetti
Fax: 905-633-9001
Email: careers@genesiscri.com
Or complete the form below to submit on-line: