Support therapeutic rehabilitation at Villa Caritas as a Therapy Assistant working with geriatric psychiatry patients and multidisciplinary teams. Casual relief shifts follow a days pattern.
As a Therapy Assistant in Rehabilitation Medicine, you will assist with therapeutic rehabilitation programs at this acute inpatient hospital. You will participate in assessment-related activities, help plan and develop client programs, and lead individual or group treatment and educational interventions. Villa Caritas serves individuals living with dementia, psychiatric illness, complex psychosocial needs, and medical comorbidities. The work supports programs focused on functioning, independence, and quality of life.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with delivering therapeutic rehabilitation programs
- Participate in assessment-related activities
- Help plan and develop client programs
- Lead individual treatment interventions
- Lead group treatment and educational interventions
Requirements:
- Directly related diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution
- Experience working in acute care preferred
- Experience with geriatric mental health populations preferred
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check before employment
- Disclosure of specified sexual offence records required
Bring rehabilitation programming, assessment participation, and group intervention skills to person-centered care at Villa Caritas.
