Job Description
Under the direction of the applicable manager, and as delegated and supervised primarily by the Occupational Therapist (OT), the Rehabilitation Assistant (RA) performs both direct and indirect patient/resident/client care activities as determined by the specific employer. Additionally, they may carry out administrative, clerical, light housekeeping tasks, and other duties as assigned
Experience
Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)
Complete high school education, Manitoba standards, required.
Successful completion of a recognized academic Rehabilitation Assistant (RA) program with a practicum component, or an accredited Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA)/Physiotherapist Assistant (PTA) program.
Graduates of International Physiotherapy (PT) or Occupational Therapy (OT) programs, as well as students currently pursuing a Canadian university degree in PT or OT will be considered and are encouraged to apply.
Certification/Licensure/Registration
Qualifications and Skills
Ability to work within and respect the Employer’s core values, policies, and procedures.
Ability to provide direct and indirect patient care independently with minimal supervision, within the RA’s scope of practice, while efficiently collaborating as part of an inter-professional healthcare team.
Strong oral and written communication skills are essential, with fluency in English and the ability to interact effectively in various settings.
Consistently demonstrate compassion and respect for the personal dignity and well-being of all patients/residents/clients.
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patients/residents/clients, staff, and employer information.
Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage assigned workload.
Basic computer skills and literacy required, as appropriate to the setting.
Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
Adheres to all safety and health regulations and safe work practices.
May be required to perform other duties and functions related to, but not exceeding above stated skills and capabilities.
Physical Requirements
Must demonstrate the use of safe and effective body mechanics while working with patients/residents/clients.
Must be able to safely transfer patients/residents/clients who may have limited or no weight-bearing abilities, with or without the use of equipment, as appropriate.
Must demonstrate adequate motor coordination or dexterity, agility, strength and endurance to perform the complete spectrum of job functions.
Must be willing and able to work in an environment where exposure to dust, grease, oil, infectious diseases, blood and body fluids, toxic materials, noise, allergens, physical and emotional stress is possible.
May encounter aggressive and/or agitated patients/residents/clients and visitors. Training and ongoing support are provided to manage such situations.
May be required to handle acute patient/client/resident care during emergent situations. Training and education concerning this will be provided upon orientation as determined by site’s policy and procedure.
May be required to occasionally work overtime hours.
May be required to work a variety of shifts including days, evenings and weekends.
This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.
Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment.
Time Type:
Part time
At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.
We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.
Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.