TYPE: FULL TIME PERMANENT
DEPARTMENT: PROGRAMS
POSITION TITLE: RESTORATIVE CARE AIDE
BI-WEEKLY HOURS OF WORK: 70 HOURS

“How do you live in the moment?” We are passionate about ‘Making Every Moment Matter'™. We are seeking a candidate that shares our values - a person who has a passion to make a difference, who has a strong moral compass and who has a commitment to teamwork. The ideal candidate is a warm and loving person who makes meaningful connections with those they are caring for. The Restorative Care Therapist 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. Responsibilities:
● Complete initial assessments for ambulation, ROM, exercise and equipment needs (i.e. ambulatory and assistive devices) ensures accurate records as required including: develop policies and procedures for rehab programs, participation tracking, monthly statistics, Intake documentation, Quarterly documentation, MDS/RAPS, Care plan updates
● Restorative Care under the direction of the Physiotherapy and/or Occupational Therapist.
● Provide programs that meet the physical needs of the residents including: walking, ROM exercises, large group exercises, etc.)

● Process and monitor all referrals and modify programs when necessary to ensure individual needs are met
● Audit and evaluate restorative care program to residents assessed as requiring this program

● Evaluate the effectiveness of therapy(ies) provided to resident and revise the plan of care according

● Assist with the evaluation of therapies provided in collaboration with Physiotherapist and/or Occupational Therapist.

● Has good understanding of the Nursing Restorative Philosophy

● Work closely with Unit Supervisor and interdisciplinary team to establish nursing restorative services for residents in consultation interdisciplinary team updates care plans, evaluates and documents accordingly