Rehabilitation Assistant - (61555)
Location: Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada
Company: Government of Yukon
Job Type: Full-time, Part-time
Posted: Jul 5, 2025
Application deadline: Apr 12, 2026
Source: Adzuna
Description
This posting
This posting will be used to fill 1 (one) permanent position working 75 hours bi-weekly. It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions.
This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon.
Our philosophy
Continuing Care’s philosophy is: “Every action and decision is guided by Continuing Care’s Vision: ‘Exceptional care, honoring your culture and traditions”
Mission: “Together, we offer person-centered care that nurtures well-being” and
Values: “Connectedness, Dignity, Equity, Integrity and Respect”
The position contributes to an environment that is inclusive, non-discriminatory, and is physically, psychologically and culturally safe.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for a dynamic individual to provide clinical care services for residents that live in our Long-Term Care facilities, who have physical, cognitive, social and/or emotional impairments.
The Rehabilitation Assistant functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team in meeting the needs of residents. Under the direction of a Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist and/or Speech-Language Pathologist, the Rehabilitation Assistant is responsible for providing rehabilitation programs and/or activities to enhance, maintain, improve, or restore the ability to participate in meaningful activities of daily living. This position may also provide training to staff working throughout the Continuing Care division.
- For more information on this job, please contact Sidney Jones, A/Supervisor, Therapeutic Services at 867-332-0191 or sidney.jones@yukon.ca
- For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Leah Berman, HR Consultant at 867-334-5132 or leah.berman@yukon.ca
Your benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.
- Government of Yukon’s many benefits
Your career, your home, your lifestyle
We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment.
As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer.
Check out:
- Yukon Life
- Working at the Yukon government
Important application and job requirements
Essential qualifications
Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.
- A Rehabilitation assistant diploma, an Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) or Physiotherapy Assistant (PTA) diploma from an accredited Canadian program
- Recent and relevant demonstrated experience providing direct patient care duties
- Experience providing treatment under the direction of a Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist and/or Speech- Language Pathologists in a long-term care setting would be considered an asset
Candidates who have a combination of education, training and experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.
It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”.
Desired knowledge, skills and suitability
If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following:
- Ability to implement individual and group programs under the direction of a rehabilitation professional
- Ability to deal effectively with clients with challenging or conflicting situations
- Ability to work independently and within a team setting
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment with an emphasis on Yukon First Nation’s culture
- Ability to monitor and maintain equipment
- Ability to use good judgment in assessing challenging situations
- Ability to anticipate client’s unique needs
- Ability to be consistent and display a positive/helpful attitude
- Ability to work well under the clinical direction provided by rehabilitation professionals and complete associated assigned tasks
- Knowledge of occupational therapy, physiotherapy and speech- language pathology practice
- Ability to function within an interdisciplinary team managing competing demands from multiple assigning rehabilitation professionals
It may be helpful for you to review “The job interview process”.
Conditions of employment
You must meet the following conditions before being hire, or within the time frame noted.
- TB screening
- RCMP Vulnerable Sector Check
- WHIMIS 2015
- CPR Level C with AED
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license
Job requirements
This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to the following:
- Lifting up to 50 lbs
- Client transfers
- Exposure to: latex, second hand smoke, pets, infectious agents
- Supporting clients with high levels of emotional needs and stress
Learn more
- For help on creating your E-recruitment profile, email E-Recruitment.clientsupport@yukon.ca or phone 867-667-9453.
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