Aquatic Rehabilitation Specialist bei WEST MORRIS AREA YMCA

Aquatic Rehabilitation Specialist

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct initial client assessments.
• Develop treatment plans based on their individual needs and goals.
• Administer therapeutic exercises, and modalities, to improve clients' mobility, strength, and pain management.
• Continuously assess and document client progress, making adjustments to treatment plans as necessary to ensure effective rehabilitation.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records, including treatment notes and progress reports, in compliance with legal and organizational requirements.
• Ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness of therapy equipment and tools.
• Collaborate with other staff, to provide comprehensive client care.
• Adhere to all relevant legal and ethical standards, as well as YMCA policies and procedures.
• Safety: Ensure a safe and hygienic environment for clients and staff, including adherence to infection control measures.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Critical Thinking & Decision Making
• Collaboration
• Developing Self & Others
• Ability to handle confrontational situations

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of one (1) years’ experience in related field.
• Current CPR/AED certifications.
• Must have an Aquatic Therapy Rehab Institute certification.
• Excellent customer service and communications skills.
• Must be available to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physically perform all skills required of a certified Aquatic Rehabilitation Specialist.
• Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.
• Ability to lift equipment.

BENEFITS:

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Company participates in the Retirement Plans provided by YUSA including pension and deferred compensation
• Individual Membership (eligible for Family Membership after one year of employment)
• 10% off selected West Morris Area YMCA programs (after 90 days of employment)