Occupational Therapy Assistant / Physiotherapy Assistant | School of Rehabilitation Therapy

Job ID:

20210129

Employer:

Grandview Kids

To Apply Contact:

Contact Email

careers@grandviewkids.ca

Job Description:

..... Every Child and Youth Living Life at Their Full Potential.

At Grandview Kids we provide family-centred paediatric assessment, treatment, rehabilitation services and specialized programs. Along with their families, we support children and youth with communication, social, physical and developmental needs to achieve their potential at home, in the community and at school. We are dedicated to inspiring possibilities, fostering development, and supporting growth and personal achievement for our children and youth, their families and our staff members. Our team-oriented approach inspires our staff to collaborate, share ideas, and work with a variety of professional disciplines. We offer a stimulating environment with an exceptional variety of opportunities in the field of paediatric rehabilitation.

The next two years will be a period of unprecedented growth as we work on a major capital expansion for our new facility in Ajax

If you are looking for an opportunity that offers personal and professional rewards, that makes a real difference and enriches the lives of others, then Grandview Kids is the place for you! We are excited to be accepting applications for the following position:

Occupational Therapy Assistant / Physiotherapy Assistant

Contract Full-Time– 37.5 hours/week
September 2022 – December 23,2022

Summary of Duties

Under the general direction of the Clinical Manager, and day to day supervision of the Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist, the Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Assistant assists in direct client care through implementation of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy programs for clients in outpatient programs; assists in direct client care through implementation of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy programs for clients in Campbell Children’s School; assists in indirect client care by preparing and organizing materials for client care; assists in providing departmental support by organizing and maintaining supplies; documents involvement in client care; maintains statistical data; ensures that the environment of the occupational therapy/physiotherapy treatment area meets client’s needs; maintains communication with all relevant staff members regarding client care and program business; supports departmental/Centre efforts in Continuous Quality Management (QM) activities; participates in education, orientation and public relations, as required; maintains a safe work environment; performs designated administrative duties; performs other related duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

Graduate of an Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy Assistant program.
2 years’ experience in a related clinical setting.
Ability to perform lifts and transfers with complex needs clients required.
Knowledge and experience in implementing principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis an asset
Knowledge of equipment, adaptive devices and standardized tests.
Knowledge of basic word processing programs.
Well-developed communication skills including verbal, non-verbal, listening.
Ability to collaborate with other team members.
Ability to use therapeutic splinting materials.
Ability to use audio/video recorders/augmentative communication devices.
Ability to set priorities and time management.
Valid Ontario Driver’s Licence and reliable vehicle, or appropriate transportation.

This position is a member of the bargaining unit which is represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union, and as such will be bound under the terms of the collective agreement.

Please forward your resume and clearly state Job 22.52:

Human Resources Manager

Grandview Kids, 600 Townline Road South, Oshawa ON, L1H 0C8

Website: www.grandviewkids.ca E-mail: careers@grandviewkids.ca

Grandview Kids aims to be deliberate in our consideration of diversity, defined as differences in race, colour, place of origin, religion, immigrant and newcomer status, ethnic origin, ability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and age. Recognizing and valuing diversity and equity must be accompanied by concerted efforts to ensure the inclusion of diverse and underrepresented populations, meaning that individuals must be and feel valued, respected and equally supported. We invite applicants in the above defined areas to apply.

Grandview Kids is committed to complying with all applicable standards as set out in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). If you have accessibility needs and require alternate formats or other accommodations, please contact us.

Please note that all prospective Grandview Kids employees are subject to mandatory immunization requirements, including full and ongoing Covid-19 vaccinations, as a condition of obtaining and maintaining employment. We will make accommodations based upon documented medical or creed exemption in accordance to the Ministry of Health and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants who require accommodations for disabilities or other specific grounds need to make their needs known in advance to Human Resources.

Grandview is proud to acknowledge the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation, which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation, which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.

We thank all applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.