Rehabilitation Assistant

Providence Healthcare • Vancouver, BC

12d • CA$33 - CA$33 • Onsite

About The Position

Providence Health Care is seeking Rehabilitation Assistants to join our acute and long-term care teams. As a Rehabilitation Assistant, you’ll play a key role in delivering therapeutic, recreational, and social activities to support the physical, social, and mental well-being of our patients and residents. Guided by our interdisciplinary Allied Health teams—including Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, and Speech-Language Pathologists—you’ll have opportunities for mentorship, professional development, and interdisciplinary learning.

Your responsibilities will include:
Delivering group and individual therapeutic activities, such as exercise programs, mobility training, and mental aerobics.
Supporting patients and residents in achieving their rehabilitation goals.
Collaborating with therapists to design and implement care plans.
Maintaining equipment and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for all.

Requirements

• Grade 12, completion of a Rehabilitation Assistant Program, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to deal with others effectively including patients/residents, families, and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to teach, demonstrate, and instruct.
• Ability to organize work.
• Ability to operate related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging group and individual activities (e.g., exercise, ambulation, self-care training, art, and music) in consultation with therapists to meet residents' and patients' physical, cognitive, and psychosocial needs.
• Utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques, including range-of-motion exercises and mental aerobics, to promote overall well-being.
• Demonstrate activity techniques and effectively communicate plans with interdisciplinary team members.
• Promptly report any changes in patient or resident conditions to the designated therapist.
• Plan and conduct group interventions using diverse approaches to address physical, social, cultural, and psychological needs.
• Coordinate, prepare, and supervise patient or resident outings to ensure safety both inside and outside the facility.
• Document observations and client status accurately on charts, flow sheets, or incident reports to support continuous care.
• Maintain and clean equipment, assist with minor adjustments to wheelchairs and walkers, and manage inventory in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Assist in orienting new residents, patients, staff, and volunteers by introducing them to facility programs and activities.
• Fabricate adaptive devices under therapist guidance and contribute to a stimulating, seasonally relevant environment that encourages active participation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: $31.89 per hour
• Comprehensive benefits: Eligible employees receive a robust medical, dental benefits package, and paid vacation.
• Meaningful impact: Your dedication and expertise will directly impact the lives of patients, including many from marginalized communities.
• Growth opportunities: We welcome individuals at all stages of their career, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.
• State-of-the-art facilities: The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families, and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027
• Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED