Work as a Kinesiologist with LiNK Rehab!
LiNK Rehab is a community-based occupational therapy company in Metro Vancouver. As a Kinesiologist with LiNK Rehab you will:
- Provide graded home activation exercises or community gym/aquatics exercise programs to adults with a range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and mental health challenges, sustained secondary to injury (e.g. workplace injury, MVA) to maximize abilities and facilitate achievement of OT functional goals.
- Develop a specific, structured, graduated return to work plans secondary to injury workplace injury.
- Provide functional direction to family members and care providers, report relevant observations of client’s functioning using electronic charting.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Registered or eligible for registration with the British Columbia Association of Kinesiologists (BCAK)
- Experience with GRTW planning and/or jobsite visit experience is an asset.
- Valid BC Drivers License. Local area travel requires the use of a personal vehicle for which travel time will be reimbursed.
- Must own personal laptop or tablet for charting purposes.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
We are looking for candidates with the following attributes and skills sets:
- Knowledge and/or experience in evidence based orthopaedic practice with a strong emphasis on active rehabilitation.
- Knowledge in the areas of education, ergonomics, and functional assessments is a pre-requisite with research being an asset.
- Previous experience working in the community, preferably in the field of vocational rehabilitation.
- Aptitude and interest to demonstrate and coach a repertoire of pain management techniques (e.g. breathing, grounding, stretching) for clients who are preparing for a Graduated Return To Work and/or and exercise based / return to function based program (either at home or in a gym).
- Ability to adapt interventions to ensure Covid-19 safety precautions are met (e.g. facilitating activities outdoors or with physical distancing).
Apply Now!
Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
Or, please submit your CV and cover letter to info@linkrehab.ca with Kinesiologist in the subject line.