Rehabilitation Assistant

Position Summary
We are hiring a relief, part-time (0.79 FTE) Rehabilitation Assistant at Gillis House located in Merritt, B.C.

Days of Work: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday
Shift times: 07:00 to 15:00

What we offer:
We provide a comprehensive, competitive, and people focused employment package, emphasizing wellness, growth, work-life balance, and long-term stability.

About this position:
This position will provide coverage until February 2027, or the return of incumbent whichever is first. Gillis House is a long‑term care home (complex care facility with approximately 75 residential and short stay beds. A Rehabilitation Assistant plays a supportive, hands-on role in delivering care that promotes residents’ mobility, independence, and overall well-being - under the direction of a physiotherapist and/or occupational therapist.

Within this role the Rehabilitation Assistant is encouraged to work at top of scope and relied on to be the eyes and ears of the rehab team. It is an autonomous role, requiring a self-motivated and reliable Rehabilitation Assistant to support rehab care in a long-term care setting.

About this location:
Merritt, BC offers a relaxed, small-town lifestyle surrounded by the natural beauty of rolling hills, lakes, and open skies. Known as the "Country Music Capital of Canada," Merritt has a welcoming community spirit and a slower pace of life that appeals to those looking to escape the pressures of larger urban centres. Its central location in the Nicola Valley provides easy access to outdoor recreation like hiking, fishing, camping, and horseback riding, while still being just a couple of hours from Kelowna, Kamloops, or the Lower Mainland. With affordable housing, a mild, dry climate, and a strong sense of community, Merritt is a great place for individuals or families looking for a simpler, more grounded way of living.

About us:
We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.

Come join our team and see why we’re one of B.C’s Top Employers! Connect with us at careers@interiorhealth.ca.

Qualfications
Completion of a recognized Rehabilitation Assistant Program or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Valid Class 5 Vehicle License where applicable.