REACTIVATION WORKER

Competition #
7656
Job Title
Reactivation Worker
Department
Geriatric Inpatient Consultation Service
Status
Permanent
Work Type
Full-time
Affiliation
ONA Paramedical
Shift Assignment
As assigned
Bilingualism Required
Yes
Police Check Requirement
Vulnerable Sector Check
Site
North East Specialized Geriatric Centre ONA Paramedical
Salary Information
$28.57 - $32.88
Application Closing Date
March 19, 2025

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• Minimum of a two (2) year Diploma or Certificate as an Occupational Therapist Assistant (OTA), Physiotherapist Assistant (PTA), or a Rehabilitation Assistant from an accredited college.
• Ministry of Labour “Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working with older adults in an acute care environment.
• Experience working in an interdisciplinary service delivery model is required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated training and knowledge of geriatric syndromes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of recovery and patient-centered approaches.
• Demonstrated ability to assist in the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to instruct and guide patients through recommended treatment and activity programs both individually and in groups.
• Demonstrated training, experience or utilization of quality improvement methodology for process improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
• Demonstrated excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems.
• Demonstrated superior interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated ability to manage routine correspondence, multiple tasks/projects, diversified workload and rapidly changing priorities and challenging deadlines.
• Demonstrated discretion and maturity when handling confidential information.
• Demonstrated commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.

• Assist the clinical team in the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment.
• Instruct and guide patients through recommended treatment and activity programs both individually and in groups.
• Work collaboratively with the clinical team to best meet the patient’s needs.
• Implement and guide patients through recommended treatment and activity as directed by the Geriatric Inpatient Consultation Service clinician (e.g. activities of daily living, walking program and transfers, communication skills, etc.).
• Instruct the patient in the use of equipment, and adaptive devices as directed by the clinician.
• Assist with the management of patient referrals and/or patient scheduling in accordance with the service’s practices under the direction of the clinician.
• Maintain an inventory of equipment, devices and materials; ensure cleanliness and tidiness of equipment and environment.
• Maintain a safe environment by caring for equipment breakdowns, remove hazards, complete maintenance requisitions and notify the clinician.
• Document patient intervention in the health record as per service requirements.
• Report observation of patient’s behaviour, progress and concerns to the assigning clinician.
• Maintain relevant statistical information.
• Assist the clinical team in the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment.
• Evaluate patient care and satisfaction on an ongoing basis and formulate solutions for improvement.
• Determine and align improvement projects with HSN’s Strategic Plan; monitor and adjust to achieve goal outcomes.
• Participate in education and training specific to current, relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, standards and guidelines.
• Educate and promote health, safety and wellness in the work place.
• Represent the department or program on various committees and in meetings as required.
• Perform other duties as required.