Therapy Aide (2024-1372)

Position Details

Position Status: Temporary Part Time Term Ends October 12, 2025 Location: Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, Recreation Therapy Sub Acute BW Hours: 35.50 FTE: 0.46 Shift: Days/Evenings Shift Times: 0800-1615 / 1300-2115 Union: Non Union GSS Rate of Pay: $21.11 - $23.57 PCN: 26RCTPTA02

Date Competition Closes: January 16, 2025

The Opportunity

Position Summary:

Under close supervision, and in accordance with established policies, procedures and care plans, performs a variety of routine client care support activities to optimize the functional abilities of residents. Duties may include assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADL), instructing craft classes, assisting with social events, group exercises and games. Responsible for other related duties as required.

Program Summary: Rehabilitation and Community Transition Program (RCTP) – a short-stay restorative care program that supports medically stable adults who do not need an acute-care level of service, but may require additional assessment, recuperation, and therapy before returning to the community.

Qualifications:

- Graduation from Grade 12.

- Current and active Basic Life Support Provider CPR is required.

- PCA, Certificate in leisure activities or equivalent.

- Will consider equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:

- Related experience in a hospital or continuing care facility is preferred;

- Geriatric experience is an asset;

- Program specific training/experience is an asset