Rehabilitation Assistant

Rehabilitation Assistant (0.8 FTE)

ARBI is a community-based nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with severe brain injury, including stroke. The organization blends evidence-based rehabilitation practices with compassion to create meaningful hope for survivors and their families. Professionals, volunteers, and caregivers collaborate to deliver personalized rehabilitation and support tailored to each person’s goals and abilities. ARBI focuses on community integration, helping survivors regain lost skills, increase independence, and reconnect with their communities. Team members contribute to a supportive environment where client-centered care and dignity are central to everything ARBI does.

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Team Lead, Clinical Rehabilitation, the successful candidate will work closely with a collaborative team of therapists, assistants, volunteers, and support staff, as well as the Director, Community Rehabilitation and Wellness Programs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement client programs developed by Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, and Speech-Language Pathologists
• Facilitate and/or support group rehabilitation sessions, both in-person and virtually
• Provide training and ongoing support to volunteers, including summer students and support workers
• Ensure a safe and positive environment for both clients and volunteers
• Organize and coordinate caseloads, including client planning meetings, training, appointments, and maintaining an accurate scheduling calendar
• Liaise with therapists, the Team Lead, Clinical Rehabilitation, and the Director, Community Rehabilitation and Wellness Programs to discuss client progress and address any concerns
• Report any safety concerns involving clients or equipment to the Team Lead, Clinical Rehabilitation, and/or the Director, Community Rehabilitation and Wellness Programs
• Perform basic administrative tasks such as responding to client calls or emails, entering chart notes, and completing other tasks as assigned by the Team Lead, Clinical Rehabilitation
• Advocate for individuals with brain injuries and support ARBI’s mission by promoting awareness and education within the community and healthcare settings

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in a rehabilitation-related field (e.g., Therapy Assistant) 
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in neuro-rehabilitation strongly preferred
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• Proficient with technology used for virtual rehab sessions, scheduling, documentation, and team communication (e.g., Microsoft 365, video platforms, charting systems)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple client needs, schedules, and communication streams
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to support clients, families, and interdisciplinary team members
• Ability to work independently while incorporating direction and feedback from the clinical team
• Understanding of professional boundaries and commitment to client confidentiality
• Flexible, positive, and collaborative approach to supporting a client-focused rehabilitation environment
• Ability to provide a current Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search

Competencies

Approachability

Easy to approach and talk to; spends the extra effort to put others at ease; is sensitive to and patient with the interpersonal anxieties of others; is a good listener.

Compassion

Genuinely cares about people; is concerned about their work and personal challenges; demonstrates empathy and is ready to help.

Developing Direct Reports & Others

Provides challenging and stretching tasks and assignments; holds frequent development discussions; is aware of team members’ career goals and facilitates their development.

Ethics & Values

Embodies organizational values; serves as a role model, ensuring alignment of work with the organization’s mission and vision.

Interpersonal Savvy

Builds constructive and effective relationships; manages conflict effectively and can defuse tense situations comfortably.

Priority Setting

Focuses on what is important; can quickly sense what will help or hinder achieving goals and creates strategies to overcome obstacles.

Working Conditions

The role may involve working in emotionally or physically demanding environments, depending on the program.

Physical Requirements

This role may require occasional lifting and physical effort. Driving may also be required; candidates must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle, if applicable.

Direct Reports

Occasionally leading volunteers

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Please forward cover letter and resume to:

Kim Anthony

Interim Executive Director

E-mail: careers@arbi.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.