Brain Injury Rehabilitation Worker - Nepean, ON

At March of Dimes Canada, our collective work matters. As a leading national charity backed by a history of more than 70 years of impact, we’re dedicated to being Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide.

Our collective efforts are rooted in our Purpose, Vision, and Mission, which inform how we drive all our work forward: 

• Purpose: Champion equity. Empower ability.
• Vision: An inclusive, barrier-free society for people with disabilities. 
• Mission: To be Canada’s leading service provider, resource, and advocate, empowering people with disabilities to live and thrive in communities nationwide.  

Our Community Support Services (CSS) team provides essential services that enable our clients to thrive. Whether their disability is physical, the result of brain injury, or aging, our more than 2,000 team members assist clients in their homes and across communities, to live as independently as possible. 

This Opportunity:

We are currently looking to fill one full time position for a Brain Injury Rehabilitation Worker in Nepean ON

Roles and responsibilities:

• Implement individualized support services plans within the home and/or community for adults with brain injury (BI)
• Assist individuals with brain injury in instrumental activities of daily living, cognitive and problem-solving skills, community orientation and integration
• Provide services on a flexible basis during weekday business hours
• Reporting responsibilities including daily log note recording, incident reports, and verbal reports as required
• Participate in training as required
• Ability to provide 24/7 client care (depending on the program)
• Follow policies and procedures as required
• Perform personal care duties as required
• Must have valid driver’s license.

Qualifications and experience:

• Post-Secondary in Human or Social Services preferred or Rehabilitation Assistant diploma
• Minimum of three years’ experience in Human Services field and/or working with people with ABI
• Current CPR, First Aid is an asset
• Access to vehicle to use for business and valid driver’s license
• Proven consistency in work performance, including reliability and flexibility
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills
• Sound problem solving skills
• Proven ability to work independently / autonomously
• Knowledge of and experience working with local community housing and social services resources
• Ability to speak, read, and write English

Deadline to apply: September 27, 2024

Please submit your application through the posting on the MODC website https://marchofdimes.hiringplatform.ca/list/internal

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MODC is committed to a workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds and abilities. In accordance with accessibility and human rights legislation across Canada, MODC will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities and other protected needs. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive, equitable, accessible, and barrier-free. 

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MODC is dedicated to building and advancing an inclusive and welcoming culture. It’s also why we’re focused on attracting, retaining, and supporting diverse people. Thanks to our progressive practices, team members of all abilities and backgrounds are encouraged to access the opportunities and supports they need to grow, thrive, and succeed. Our READI approach is rooted in our shared belief that championing equity and empowering ability starts by investing in our team members— and in our shared culture — so that we all feel included, safe, and confident at work every single day.