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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

Effectively and professionally implement treatment programs under the direction of the rehabilitation team.
Meet with clients as specified by the treatment team and as set out in the treatment plan.
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.
Communicate to regulated healthcare professionals regarding client's progress and intervention strategies.
Provide input into treatment objectives and client’s programming when requested.
Liaise with all members of the treatment team to ensure effective service provision and attend team meetings as scheduled.
Review all documentation provided by members of the treatment team.
Communicate with Manager on a regular basis, seeking guidance when necessary.
Prepare and send progress reports to Manager for each client on a regular basis, or as specified.
Participate in ongoing training and professional development in-services.
Conduct self in professional and courteous manner at all times.
Exercise good personal time management and consistent punctuality.
Treat every client with dignity and respect.

Education & Experience

Relevant post-secondary education within the health or social services field.
Minimum four years experience in acquired brain injury and/or mental health.
In-depth knowledge and experience with the design, development and implementation of behavioural modification strategies and interventions.
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Personal computer skills including familiarity with Microsoft Office software.

Requirements

Maintain up-to-date criminal reference checks including vulnerable sector screening.
Valid driver’s license and clear driver’s abstract.
Maintain certification in Non-Violent Crisis Prevention and Intervention.
Updated certification in CPR and First Aid