Rehabilitation Assistant - Full Time Monday - Friday 9-5
About the role
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
If you’re passionate about being a part of a team that is, committed to the Team Member Experience and driven by innovation and growth – then join us!
The Rehabilitation Assistant is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents through the strong leadership and motivation of Sienna team members.
As a Rehabilitation Assistant your typical day will impact the following ways:
- Follow rehabilitation and mobilization program of residents as directed by the treating PT/OT.
- Assists assigned clients with established rehabilitative activities such as mobility and strengthening exercises, walking programs and activities of daily living as directed
- Demonstrate to residents the use of prescribed treatments / adaptive devices such as braces, wheelchairs and walkers and modified eating utensils and personal care items as directed.
- Reports observations of residents' behaviour and progress to Therapist /Nurse; communicates concerns and / or changes to resident condition.
- To maintain an attendance roster for statistical purposes. Stats are to be kept on a daily basis and made available to the consultant PT/OT and Director of Residential Programs.
- Sets up and organizes furnishings and equipment for related activities as directed; cleans and maintains equipment and reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate staff.
- Maintains an inventory of equipment, devices and materials. To maintain an inventory of equipment, tools and supplies and report malfunctioning equipment and supply needs to the Recreation Therapist.
- To provide input into planning and evaluating rehabilitation programs by reporting observations and resident feedback to the Director of Resident Programs, OT and PT.
- May be involved in administrative and program support
- To participate in in-services, staff development programs and serve on committees as needed.
- To demonstrate knowledge of fire/emergency procedures and policies of the home; participate in fire and emergency drills.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Must haves:
- Completion of Rehabilitation Assistant diploma from recognized school or graduate from a bachelor or master's program in physiotherapy or occupational therapy.
- Experience in Residential Care or similar rehab setting.
- All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Records Check. Applicable to British Columbia applicants.
Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the lives of those we serve.
Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.
Wage Leveling rate of pay $30.96 per hour until such time that wage leveling ends, then the pay rate will reflect the collective agreement pay rates.
About Sienna Senior Living
At Sienna Senior Living, our Purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life. Our work does not stop at providing the highest quality of service and care to our residents - it goes much further. Each and every day, we strive to bring happiness into our residents’ lives by enabling our team to put their passion for their work into action and supporting families to bring joy into our homes.
Sienna is one of Canada’s largest owners and operators of senior living options, with 93 high-quality residences in key markets in Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan. We offer independent living, assisted living and memory care under our Aspira retirement brand, as well as long-term care, specialized programs and services, and expert management services. Our approximately 12,000 team members are committed to helping residents discover happiness through personalization, choice and community engagement in a comfortable, home-like setting.
Our aim is to consistently create a positive resident experience, along with a high-performing team and workplace culture that are driven by shared Values and a commitment to innovation and excellence. As leaders in the sector, we leverage technology and best practices to constantly set new benchmarks for quality. At the same time, we never lose sight of our vision— to be Canada’s most trusted and most loved senior living provider.
Rehabilitation Assistant - Full Time Monday - Friday 9-5
About the role
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
If you’re passionate about being a part of a team that is, committed to the Team Member Experience and driven by innovation and growth – then join us!
The Rehabilitation Assistant is a critical role within our communities as it impacts the lives of residents through the strong leadership and motivation of Sienna team members.
As a Rehabilitation Assistant your typical day will impact the following ways:
- Follow rehabilitation and mobilization program of residents as directed by the treating PT/OT.
- Assists assigned clients with established rehabilitative activities such as mobility and strengthening exercises, walking programs and activities of daily living as directed
- Demonstrate to residents the use of prescribed treatments / adaptive devices such as braces, wheelchairs and walkers and modified eating utensils and personal care items as directed.
- Reports observations of residents' behaviour and progress to Therapist /Nurse; communicates concerns and / or changes to resident condition.
- To maintain an attendance roster for statistical purposes. Stats are to be kept on a daily basis and made available to the consultant PT/OT and Director of Residential Programs.
- Sets up and organizes furnishings and equipment for related activities as directed; cleans and maintains equipment and reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate staff.
- Maintains an inventory of equipment, devices and materials. To maintain an inventory of equipment, tools and supplies and report malfunctioning equipment and supply needs to the Recreation Therapist.
- To provide input into planning and evaluating rehabilitation programs by reporting observations and resident feedback to the Director of Resident Programs, OT and PT.
- May be involved in administrative and program support
- To participate in in-services, staff development programs and serve on committees as needed.
- To demonstrate knowledge of fire/emergency procedures and policies of the home; participate in fire and emergency drills.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Must haves:
- Completion of Rehabilitation Assistant diploma from recognized school or graduate from a bachelor or master's program in physiotherapy or occupational therapy.
- Experience in Residential Care or similar rehab setting.
- All applicants must successfully pass the prescribed Criminal Records Check. Applicable to British Columbia applicants.
Act upon your desire to help others and Join Sienna Senior Living as we continue to enhance the lives of those we serve.
Sienna Senior Living is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. In accordance with provincial regulations, upon request, support will be provided for accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and assessment process.
Wage Leveling rate of pay $30.96 per hour until such time that wage leveling ends, then the pay rate will reflect the collective agreement pay rates.
About Sienna Senior Living
At Sienna Senior Living, our Purpose is to cultivate happiness in daily life. Our work does not stop at providing the highest quality of service and care to our residents - it goes much further. Each and every day, we strive to bring happiness into our residents’ lives by enabling our team to put their passion for their work into action and supporting families to bring joy into our homes.
Sienna is one of Canada’s largest owners and operators of senior living options, with 93 high-quality residences in key markets in Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan. We offer independent living, assisted living and memory care under our Aspira retirement brand, as well as long-term care, specialized programs and services, and expert management services. Our approximately 12,000 team members are committed to helping residents discover happiness through personalization, choice and community engagement in a comfortable, home-like setting.
Our aim is to consistently create a positive resident experience, along with a high-performing team and workplace culture that are driven by shared Values and a commitment to innovation and excellence. As leaders in the sector, we leverage technology and best practices to constantly set new benchmarks for quality. At the same time, we never lose sight of our vision— to be Canada’s most trusted and most loved senior living provider.