Rehabilitation Assistant

COMPETITION NUMBER EM26197

CLASSIFICATION NAME Rehabilitation Assistant

POSITION TITLE Rehabilitation Assistant

CLASSIFICATION CODE 3052

BARGAINING UNIT CUPE 1252

UNIT LOCATION Blanche-Bourgeois (Dieppe)

STATUS Full Time Permanent

FULL TIME EQUIVALENT 1.0

HOURS OF WORK 0800hr to 1600hr Monday-Friday. Subject to change due to operational requirements.

ANTICIPATED START DATE As soon as possible

ANTICIPATED END DATE Not applicable

SALARY RANGE As per collective agreement

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT Written and spoken competence in English and French is required.

CLOSING DATE This competition will remain open until filled.

Imagine a career where, at the end of every day, you know you've made a positive difference in the lives of people who need your help.

The New Brunswick Extra-Mural Program (EMP) , often known as the "hospital without walls," has operated under the simple philosophy of helping New Brunswickers receive the care they need in the places where they are healthiest and happiest - their homes and communities. EMP makes a difference in the lives of those it serves by drastically reducing hospital admissions and greatly increasing patient satisfaction with its level of health care.

As part of EMP, your role is vital in our province's overall health. Join an integrated, multi-disciplinary team of health care professionals, dedicated to providing New Brunswickers with outstanding, highly coordinated primary health care.

JOB SUMMARY

Participates with members of the interdisciplinary team to provide care to patients where the first objective of care rehabilitation is to restore, maintain and improve the level of functional independence of clients/patients

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS

• High School graduation or equivalent plus and an additional Rehabilitation Techniques Program/ Course of over one year and up to two years with preference being given to those who have taken a comprehensive rehabilitation course with specialties in occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech language therapy and audiology;
• Experience working with adult patients would be an asset;
• Knowledge of the target population of Extra-Mural Services;
• Must have a valid New Brunswick Class 5 Driver's License and good driving record (proof required);
• Submit a valid and clean criminal record check;
• Have a current CPR Level C certification that has been issued in the last 12 months;
• Must demonstrate the ability to work efficiently as a member of the team and possess leadership and coaching skills, strong interpersonal skills, good judgment and decision making skills;
• Must be able to work all shifts as assigned, maintaining a good attendance record;
• Must have a high regard for confidentiality; and
• Must have excellent work habits and have a professional appearance; and
• Good computer knowledge and skills (MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

If you are interested in working with a dynamic team of professionals and possess the necessary qualifications, please click the 'Apply Now' button to submit your resume.

We would like to thank all candidates for expressing interest. Please note only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

EM/ANB Inc. is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.