Hope Network·East Grand Rapids, Michigan
Provide person-centered personal and medical care to patients recovering from brain or spinal cord injuries in a residential setting. Assist with therapeutic exercises, monitor patient progress, and foster a supportive environment to promote independence and healing.
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Hope Network’s Neurological Rehabilitation department provides a supportive residential setting for patients recovering from brain or spinal cord injuries, enabling them to focus on their recovery goals. In this vital role, you will play a key part in our clients' journeys by fostering a positive, therapeutic atmosphere through person-centered care. Your work will promote independence, self-confidence, and engagement in meaningful activities.
You will also assist with essential medical tasks, including monitoring vital signs, aiding mobility exercises, and ensuring accurate documentation of patient progress. Your contributions will be crucial in creating a nurturing environment that encourages healing and growth.
We value strong communication, initiative, integrity, and positive role modeling. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and thrive in a collaborative culture, we encourage you to apply!
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Assist with bathing, dressing, and toileting while respecting clients' privacy. Attending to mealtime, ensuring dietary guidelines are adhered to.
Medical
Care
Support: Help clients manage medications and provide basic wound, catheter, and colostomy bag care. All training is provided!
Therapeutic
Activities: Facilitate physical therapy and occupational therapy exercises from therapists and transport clients to medical appointments.
Monitoring and
Support: Observe and document clients’ participation and progress during activities. Work closely with rehabilitation therapists and other team members to integrate life enrichment activities into individualized treatment plans.
Emotional
Support: Offer companionship and encouragement to help clients during recovery. Building a trusting relationship can significantly impact clients' morale and motivation, fostering a positive environment that supports their healing journey.
Promote
Independence: Encourage clients to make progress in their self-care abilities! Provide a safe environment and appropriate resources that foster growth and development tailored to their current level of capability.
Candidates should have a valid driver's license, basic computer skills, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. While healthcare experience is preferred, the role is entry-level and requires a commitment to scheduled shifts and CPR/First Aid certification.
Market context
Rehab Technician I roles in Michigan are often sought in outpatient, hospital, and rehabilitation settings where dependable support staff help keep therapy schedules moving. This position is competitive because it combines an entry-level path with shift commitment, CPR/First Aid certification, basic computer skills, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your availability for 1st shift and highlight any healthcare or patient-support experience on your application.
