Reactivation Worker (Outpatient Neuro Rehab)

KEY FUNCTION: 

Assist team members in supporting and delivering therapeutic care to outpatients post-discharge from hospital.  Assist in establishing and maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment through engagement and interaction with the patients.    

REPORTING: 

Under the general direction of Coordinator, Outpatient Neurological Rehabilitation and Outpatient Brain Injury Rehabilitation Services.

DUTIES:

1. Assist the clinical team in the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment.
2. Work collaboratively with the clinical team to best meet the service or patient’s needs.
3. Implement and guide outpatients through recommended treatment and activity programs both individually and in groups as directed by the therapist (e.g. receive and prepare the patients/clients for treatment, assist with treatment modalities and with person’s activities of daily living, provide support or assistance for walking, transfers, communication skills, etc.).
4. Assist in providing assessments and/or treatments in individualized or group settings.
5. Instruct the patient in the use of equipment, and adaptive devices as directed by the therapist.
6. Assist with referrals and/or patient scheduling in accordance with the service’s mandate, under the direction of the therapist.
7. Communicate regularly with the professional team about the client’s experience or relevant observations made during engagement with client.
8. Maintain a safe environment by caring for equipment breakdowns, remove hazards, complete maintenance requisitions and notify therapist.
9. Document patient intervention in the health record as per service requirements.
10. Report observation of patient’s behaviour, progress and concerns to the assigning therapist.
11. Maintain relevant data or statistical information.
12. Evaluate patient care and satisfaction on an ongoing basis and formulate solutions for improvement.
13. Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
14. Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
15. Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
16. Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required. 
17. Perform other duties as required. 

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND TRAINING: 

1. Minimum of a two (2) year Diploma in a related health care field, from an accredited college.
2. Current Certificate as an Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA), Physiotherapist Assistant (PTA), or a Rehabilitation Assistant is required.
3. Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.

EXPERIENCE: 

1. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working in a health care environment.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: 

1. Demonstrated knowledge of recovery and patient-centered approaches.
2. Demonstrated ability to assist in the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment.
3. Demonstrated ability to instruct and guide patients through recommended treatment and activity programs both individually and in groups.
4. Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of lean methodology for process improvement.
5. Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
6. Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems.
7. Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
8. Demonstrated ability to manage routine correspondence, multiple tasks/projects, diversified workload and rapidly changing priorities and challenging deadlines.
9. Demonstrated discretion and maturity when handling confidential information.
10. Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY: 

1. Successful Vulnerable Sector Check is required.
2. Ability to use tact and discretion in dealing with health care providers and patients.
3. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
4. Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
5. Demonstrated professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
6. Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.
7. Ability to meet the physical and sensory demands of the job.
8. Valid driver’s license with access to reliable vehicle is required.
9. Ability to travel between local sites and regional sites (e.g. Patient Homes, Community Locations).

Selection Process:  Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required.
 

Health Sciences North is committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities to enable their participation in the recruitment, assessment, selection and hiring stages of employment.

HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.