Job Description

About Apex Harmony Lodge

Founded in 1999, Apex Harmony Lodge (The Lodge) is a 210-bed nursing home dedicated to providing specialized and person-centred care for individuals living with dementia. We strive to be a leader in dementia care, setting benchmarks in clinical excellence, workforce capability building, and system innovation.


The

Rehabilitation Therapist

will be responsible for leading and implementing rehabilitation programs at Apex Harmony Lodge. Duties must be carried out in adherence to professional ethics, statutory regulations, departmental standards, and institutional values. The incumbent is expected to fully support the Lodge's mission, vision, and values, demonstrate sound knowledge of healthcare systems, and effectively collaborate with a diverse workforce to enhance residents' quality of life.


The incumbent will provide leadership and guidance to staff in delivering comprehensive rehabilitation services and programs, while actively participating in departmental and institutional initiatives that contribute to holistic resident care.

Key Responsibilities

Assessment and Evaluation

Conduct thorough assessments of residents' physical, emotional, and social needs to develop individualized treatment plans aligned with therapeutic goals.

Treatment Planning

Design and implement rehabilitation programs, including physical exercises, therapeutic activities, and interventions to improve functional abilities and overall well-being.

Therapeutic Interventions

Apply evidence-based techniques such as exercise therapy, heat treatment, and hydrotherapy to support recovery, relieve pain, and enhance mobility.

Progress Monitoring

Track and document residents' progress, review and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure effective outcomes.

Education

Educate residents and staff on exercise regimes, therapeutic techniques, and wellness practices to support functional, psychosocial, and emotional well-being

Collaboration

Work closely within multidisciplinary team, which include physiotherapist aides, exercise therapists, psychologists, nurses and other healthcare professionals to deliver integrated care and achieve best rehabilitation outcomes for residents.

Engagement

Actively participate and contribute in departmental & institutional overaching programs, events, committees, and workgroups etc.

Administrative Duties

Maintain accurate resident records, schedule staff members' duties equitably, prepare required reports, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations (e.g., InterRAI, Healthcare Service Act).

Key Competencies

Emerging Strategic Leader

: Able to work alongside senior leadership and contribute to long-term vision

Clinical Excellence

: Strong grounding in clinical care standards and evidence-based practice.

Mentorship & Talent Development

: Demonstrates commitment to coaching and professional growth of staff.

Collaborative & Quality-Focused

: Advocates for person-centred care while ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks.

Resilient & Adaptable

: Demonstrates composure and flexibility in dynamic healthcare environments.

Emotionally Intelligent

: Leads with empathy, builds trust, and inspires confidence among staff and stakeholders.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy (or equivalent) 3 - 5 years of professional experience as a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist. Registered with the

Allied Health Professions Council

and holder of a valid Practising Certificate (PC). Experience in eldercare and dementia care, with the ability to integrate evidence-based interventions into nursing practice. * Prior experience in teaching, curriculum development, or capability building in nursing will be advantageous.