What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rehab Assistant position at Ability KC?
Who We Are:
Ability KC is built on a strong funding legacy that continues to inspire the work done each day for children and adults with disabilities and their families. Since 1947, Ability KC has been providing highly specialized care to address the needs of individuals with high medical complexities as related to stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, amputations, developmental disabilities and a variety of rare and complex disabilities in the Kansas City community.
Our Culture:
We emphasize the well-being of every individual, ensuring there is meaning in what we do each day, with dedication to quality relationships, security in our finances, vibrancy in our physical and mental health and recent pride in contributions to our community. Our culture is built on three pillar principles – make a positive impact every day, embrace legacy and innovation, and together we rise.
We offer a Comprehensive Benefit Package that includes:
- Paid Leave Benefits
- Retirement Benefits Eligible to All Employees
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- and other Benefits
Ability KC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis or disability.
Background and post offer drug screenings required.
We are seeking a full-time Rehab Assistant to work in our Pediatric and Adolescent department. We provide outpatient services, Monday-Friday.
Ability KC brings together Children’s Therapeutic Learning Center and the Rehabilitation Institute of Kansas City, with long standing reputations of successfully serving thousands of individuals with disabilities and their families through medical rehabilitation, a therapeutic preschool and employment services. Ability KC is founded upon 70 years of mission commitment by both agencies.
As Ability KC, the journey ahead is changing the conversation from disabilities to abilities, celebrating the successes of those served and engaging all stakeholders (individuals, families, staff, referral providers and organizations, contributors, donors, partners and the community) through a strategic brand, development and engagement experience across multiple audiences.
JOB OVERVIEW:
Under close supervision of physical therapist, physical therapist assistant, occupational therapist or occupational therapist assistant, performs selected, delegated skilled tasks in specific situations. Assists therapist, assistant or student in delivery of care. May assist Speech pathologist, RN or Rehab Assistant as directed.
EDUCATION:
High school graduate or equivalent.
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- EXPERIENCE:
Six months experience in a health care setting or equivalent technical training in a related health care field.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
Flexibility, good interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate effectively verbally is required.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Relocate:
- Kansas City, MO 64108: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
