Rehab Technician III - Ada - [2nd shift, 32 hours]
About the role
Hope Network’s Neurological Rehabilitation department provides a supportive residential setting for patients recovering from brain or spinal cord injuries. The role involves fostering a positive, therapeutic atmosphere through person-centered care, promoting independence, and assisting with essential medical tasks.
Responsibilities
Personal Care Support: Assist with bathing, dressing, and toileting while respecting clients' privacy. Attend to mealtime, ensuring dietary guidelines are adhered to.
Medical Care Support: Help clients manage medications and provide basic wound, catheter, and colostomy bag care.
Therapeutic Activities: Facilitate physical therapy and occupational therapy exercises from therapists and transport clients to medical appointments.
Monitoring and Support: Observe and document clients’ participation and progress during activities. Work closely with rehabilitation therapists and other team members to integrate life enrichment activities into individualized treatment plans.
Emotional Support: Offer companionship and encouragement to help clients during recovery. Build a trusting relationship to support their healing journey.
Promote Independence: Encourage clients to make progress in their self-care abilities! Provide a safe environment and appropriate resources that foster growth and development tailored to their current level of capability.
Requirements
- Certification as a CNA or an Associate's degree from an accredited university or institution of higher learning (preferred)
- High School Diploma or G.E.D with two years experience, or one year as an HNNR Rehab. Tech. and have completed all HNNR Core and Advanced Medical Rehab Tech Skills requirements
- One year experience as a Hope Network Rehabilitation Technician or two years of experience in a human service agency
- Work experience in a licensed residential setting preferred
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to become certified in CPR/First Aid
- Commitment to scheduled shifts, assigned duties, and performance expectations
- Basic computer skills