The Restorative Care Aide reports to the Programs Manager and is responsible for providing therapy services to residents under the direction of the Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist and the supervision of the designated lead and if applicable provides Nursing. Restorative Services under the direction of the Unit Supervisor and the supervision of the designated lead.
The home will be relocating to Belle River in 2026.
Qualifications
- Has successfully completed a training program in restorative care or is enrolled in such a program, or has successfully completed relevant training course provided at the Home by a qualified Therapist (Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist)
- Experience working in a long-term care setting
- Committed to promoting residents’ well being
- Ability to develop, implement and evaluate programs
- Demonstrated leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
- Computer literate Page 2 of 5 Revised: September 28, 2024
- CPR and First Aid qualifications
- Knowledge of RAI-MDS – AIS certified, if not must be completed successfully within one (1) year of being hired.
- To show evidence of being focused on people’s feelings when interacting and knowing how to turn a task into positive social interaction.
- To undertake and meet all legal requirements within a context of promoting individuals’ rights and measuring/reducing elements of risk.
- Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one
- As a condition of employment, candidates are required to submit documented results of TB testing (within the last six months or within 14 days upon hire) or a chest X-ray (within the last year), as per Public Health requirements
- Two supervisory references required
- Provide proof of all required vaccines. The Employer strongly recommends to “stay up to date” with the recommended vaccines. Vaccination requirements are subject to changes as determined by the Employer.