Rehabilitation Aide

Gary and Mary West PACE is a thriving and fast growing all inclusive day center for the fragile elderly.
We are located in San Marcos, CA.
Why Work for Gary and Mary West PACE? Because you desire work/life balance and have a passion to make a difference in the lives of North County seniors and their families! You will receive generous pay and a benefits program focused on your health and wellness that includes 10 paid holidays, 3 weeks of PTO, a 5% employer-match to our 403b retirement program, and no on-call time.
Because we encourage professional development and support all staff to expand their skillset, providing an annual education allowance.
You will be part of a distinct company culture where work feels like family and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team environment where you are appreciated and valued.
Come do your best work where your contribution matters! Position Summary: Under the supervision of Physical and Occupational Therapy, The Rehabilitation Aide will provide support to the Rehabilitation team GMWP.
Essential Functions: Assist in scheduling, transporting, and transferring (in facility) participants as required for Physical and Occupational Therapy services Assist participants in completing non-skilled/Maintenance/Group therapy under the supervision of Physical and/or Occupational Therapy Document and communicate any scheduling conflicts with participants and appropriate staff Distribute schedules and other needed information to the appropriate staff and/or participant Assist the Physical Therapist and PTA with treatment (including, but not limited to, ambulation, ROM, hot/cold packs).
Assist the Occupational Therapist and COTA with treatment (including, but not limited to, ADLs, therapeutic exercise/activities) Document patients' communication, engagement and progress consistently under supervision of Physical and Occupational Therapy.
Maintain general upkeep of Rehab Gym (sanitizing appropriate gym equipment, placing equipment in designated locations, performing linen laundry).
Remain updated on participant medical and physical information Provide clerical support to Rehabilitation Staff as needed Provide appropriate communication with other members of clinical staff (Including but not limited to (Providers, nurses, social workers, home care staff) Attend staff meetings as directed Education and Certification: High school diploma or equivalent, required.
Certified Nursing Assistant preferred Current CPR certification, required Skills & Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience working with a frail or elderly population required.
One (1) year experience in a medical care setting as an Aide in an allied health field is desirable.
Bilingual English/Spanish, preferred.
Skilled in communicating with participants, their families, and other staff members; ability to establish a helping, trusting relationship with participants.
Ability to utilize appropriate safety measures when providing care.
Ability to work effectively and harmoniously as part of an interdisciplinary team, the elderly, providers of services, and peers.
Well organized, dependable, flexible, and resourceful.
Medical Clearance: Employees must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.
COVID-19 vaccination required.
Gary and Mary West PACE provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, pregnancy, military and veteran status, age, physical and mental disability, genetic characteristics, gender, gender identity, gender expression or sexual orientation or any other considerations made unlawful by applicable state or local laws.