15 Oct
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Forward Motion Rehab
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Greater Toronto Area
15 Oct
Forward Motion Rehab
Greater Toronto Area
About Forward Motion Rehab
Forward Motion Rehab is a specialized community rehabilitation company supporting individuals living with acquired brain injury, neurological conditions, and other physical and cognitive disabilities.
Founded on more than 20 years of experience in community rehabilitation, Forward Motion was created with a commitment to providing reliable and individualized services.
We are intentionally building a small, specialized network of experienced Rehabilitation Support Workers who value collaboration, professionalism, and meaningful client relationships.
The Opportunity
Forward Motion Rehab is seeking Rehabilitation Support Workers to provide services on an independent contractor basis throughout the Greater Toronto Area. Opportunities are offered on a client-by-client, contract-by-contract basis. Contractors are offered a client assignment based on factors such as availability, location, experience and suitability for the referral.
Hours are not guaranteed. The number and duration of available hours will vary depending on client referrals, approved service hours and individual client needs.
Rehabilitation Support Workers provide one-to-one rehabilitation support in clients' homes and communities and implement rehabilitation strategies and goals as directed by the client's regulated healthcare professionals and rehabilitation team.
Rehabilitation Support May Include
- Implementing established rehabilitation strategies and programs
- Supporting cognitive, behavioural, physical and psychosocial rehabilitation goals
- Developing and reinforcing routines, structure and organizational strategies
- Supporting independence with activities of daily living
- Facilitating community reintegration and participation
- Supporting return to school, employment and volunteer activities where appropriate
- Facilitating recreational, fitness and social activities
- Providing cueing, prompting and strategy reinforcement
- Attending appointments and community activities where appropriate
- Communicating relevant observations and progress to the rehabilitation team
- Completing timely, accurate and skilled documentation
- Collaborating with clients, families, case managers, occupational therapists and other members of the rehabilitation team
Qualifications
Applicants should have
- A post-secondary degree or diploma in Kinesiology, Behavioural Science, Psychology, Social Service Work, OTA/PTA, Therapeutic Recreation, Rehabilitation, Child and Youth Care, or another related field
- Experience supporting individuals with acquired brain injury, neurological conditions, spinal cord injury, mental health challenges, behavioural needs or complex physical/cognitive disabilities
- Experience providing community-based rehabilitation or support services
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- The ability to provide services independently while collaborating effectively and working under the direction of a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team
- A professional, dependable and client-centred approach
- A valid Province of Ontario Class "G" Driver's Licence
- Automobile Liability Insurance with limits of not less than Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000) per occurrence
- Appropriate 6A, business-use or permission-to-carry-passengers coverage
- A satisfactory driving record
- Their own reliable vehicle for travel to client homes and community-based appointments
Experience within the Ontario motor vehicle accident/Statutory Accident Benefits system is also considered an asset.
Additional languages are an asset.
Independent Contractor Requirements
Successful independent contractors will be required to provide and maintain applicable documentation, including:
- Vulnerable Sector Check/appropriate police record check
- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- Valid Ontario driver's licence
- Automobile insurance with a minimum of $2 million liability and appropriate business/passenger-use coverage (6A or equivalent)
- Professional liability insurance
- HST registration, where required
- Relevant education, credentials and certifications
Why Contract With Forward Motion?
Forward Motion offers an opportunity to provide meaningful rehabilitation services within a small, rehabilitation company where thoughtful client matching, communication and quality of service are priorities.
Location & Availability
Services are delivered throughout the Greater Toronto Area in clients' homes, schools, workplaces, fitness facilities and community settings.
Referral opportunities may involve daytime, evening and/or weekend services depending on individual client needs.
This is an independent contractor opportunity. Client assignments are offered on a contract-by-contract basis. Forward Motion Rehab does not guarantee a minimum number of clients, assignments or hours.
Job Type: Independent Contractor
Location: Greater Toronto Area, Ontario
Forward Motion Rehab welcomes applications from qualified individuals interested in providing high-quality, community rehabilitation services.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Individuals whose qualifications and availability align with current or anticipated client referrals will be contacted for an interview.
Pay: $30.00-$40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 5.0 – 25.0 per week
Work Location: On the road
📌 Rehabilitation Support Worker (Greater Toronto Area)
🏢 Forward Motion Rehab
📍 Greater Toronto Area