Conductive Education​/Rehabilitation Assistant

Do you want to be part of a special community? Do you want to feel valued and supported while you make a difference in the lives of children and adults living with neuromotor disabilities? If so, we want to hear from you!

The Movement Centre of Manitoba is a registered charity that provides specialized rehabilitation services to individuals living with neuromotor disabilities such as cerebral palsy, developmental delays, spina bifida, acquired brain injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease. Our programs help our clients increase their mobility, confidence and independence to empower them to live life to their fullest potential.

We are seeking a full-time Conductive Education Assistant (Rehabilitation Assistant) who must be able to work Monday to Friday.

Under the direction and guidance of the Program Director/Occupational Therapist, the Conductive Education Assistant will use their working knowledge of anatomy and understanding of children and adult principles to assist in the facilitation of individual and group conductive education rehabilitation services. Working directly with clients with neuromotor disabilities, the Conductive Education Assistant must have a client-centered mindset and must be familiar with and supportive of challenges that are of concern to the client.

The Conductive Education Assistant must be willing to learn and be flexible in order to adapt to changes in individual clients’ needs. They must be capable of maintaining composure and efficiency in a high energy, fast paced and physically demanding environment.

• Assist in delivering conductive education group programs as planned by the Program Director/Occupational Therapist and Lead Conductor.
• Assist clients with neuromotor disabilities to participate in rehabilitative exercise therapy such as passive range of motion stretching, floor mobility, ambulation and transfers.
• Assist clients in one-on-one situations with problem solving to guide cognitive development while assisting with self-care skills such as dressing, self-feeding, and toileting.
• Safely facilitate clients with tasks and activities to improve motor functions such as coordination and balance.
• Provide hands-on support and guidance to clients during functional tasks and exercises to improve fine motor control and upper extremity use.
• Observe and monitor clients’ progress, documenting performance and milestones.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss individual client progress and evaluation results and suggest potential improvements when appropriate.
• Modify exercises or activities under the supervision and guidance of the Program Director/Occupational Therapist and Lead Conductor based on the participant's abilities and needs.
• Provide emotional support to clients, fostering a positive and encouraging atmosphere.
• Facilitate communication and conversation among clients to promote a thriving social group dynamic between clients and staff.
• Educate families or caregivers on strategies to support clients to maximize their independence outside the program.
• Protect clients’ rights by maintaining confidentiality.
• Set up and organize equipment and materials required for sessions.
• Maintain a clean and safe learning environment.
• Accompany clients on the Movement Centre wheelchair accessible van as needed.

• Secondary school required; enrolled in or recent completion of a relevant degree such as kinesiology, physical health & education or rehabilitation sciences program.
• Experience working with people with physical disabilities is preferred.
• Have or willing to obtain valid and current Security Checks (clear Criminal Record Check including…