Rehabilitation Assistant – Community

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Assist the SLFNHA Developmental Services team in delivering health services, along with programs that the DS team collaborates on.

• Collaborate with clients, caregivers, and community resources to foster the growth and development of our clients.

• Organize transportation for staff to and from the airport.

• Aid in the booking process for clients.

• Provide follow-up support to individual clients and their families.

• Facilitate virtual sessions between community clients and Health Care Professionals.

• Oversee and implement services as instructed by SLFNHA Health Care Professional staff.

• Offer support to additional SLFNHA Health Care Professional staff outside the department as needed.

• Report to the Developmental Services Manager - Clinical, Developmental Services for mentorship and daily operational support.

⛳️ Requirements

• Completion of partial high school education is required.

• Ability to read and write for effective communication is essential.

• A diploma in Early Childhood Education, Health Sciences, Education, or a related field is considered an asset.

• A minimum of two years’ experience in a health or education services environment is necessary.

• Experience working with children is required.

• Professional integrity and the capacity to maintain confidentiality are crucial.

• Strong organizational and scheduling abilities are essential.

• Proficiency in popular software applications like MS Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat (PDF), as well as internet-based tools, is important.

• A willingness to share knowledge and the culture of First Nations people, particularly the respective community, is expected.

• Must be prepared to advocate for the health and mental health priorities of your community.

• A collaborative team player who can work independently with minimal supervision is sought.

• Preference will be given to individuals of First Nations ancestry (OHRC, Part II, Special Employment).

• The ability to communicate in one of the First Nations dialects of the Sioux Lookout region is an asset.

🏝️ Benefits

• Pension plan

• Fitness reimbursement program

• Comprehensive insurance coverage

• Professional development opportunities

• Relocation assistance