Brain Injury Rehabilitation Worker
About this job
The opportunity:
We are currently looking to fill 1 new opportunity for a Full-Time Brain Injury Rehabilitation Worker in our Northeast region - Timmins, ON.
Flexible schedule: Monday to Friday at 8:30am-4:30pm (start and end times are flexible).
Starting wage: $23.35 per hour. This compensation is inclusive of a $3.00 per hour wage enhancement from the Ontario government for hours spent directly supporting clients. The wage enhancement does not apply to training and paid leave.
Hours: 35 hours per week.
Responsibilities:
Implement individualized support services plans within the home and/or community for adults with brain injury (BI)
Assist individuals with brain injury in instrumental activities of daily living, cognitive and problem-solving skills, community orientation and integration
Provide services on a flexible basis during weekday business hours
Reporting responsibilities including daily log note recording, incident reports, and verbal reports as required
Participate in training as required
Follow policies and procedures as required
Qualifications and experience:
Post-Secondary in Human or Social Services preferred or Rehabilitation Assistant diploma
Minimum of three years’ experience in Human Services field and/or working with people with ABI
Current CPR, First Aid is an asset
Access to vehicle to use for business and valid driver’s license
Proven consistency in work performance, including reliability and flexibility
Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills
Sound problem solving skills
Proven ability to work independently / autonomously
Knowledge of and experience working with local community housing and social services resources
Ability to speak, read, and write English
French-English bilingualism an asset