Occupational Therapy Assistant/physiotherapy - Oshawa, Canada - Grandview Kids

Grandview Kids

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Oshawa, Canada

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Description

Every child and youth living life at their full potential

About Grandview Kids

Grandview Kids provides an array of specialized programs, rehabilitation services, and outpatient clinical treatments to children and youth with physical, communication, and developmental needs.

Programs and services - which are delivered at the Centre, in the community, at schools, and in-home - include: medical consultation, assessment, and diagnosis; audiology, autism support; complex care program; occupational therapy; physiotherapy; respite services; social work; speech-language pathology; therapeutic recreation; and family engagement.

Grandview Kids actively participates in research to support innovation in rehabilitation science, to advance organizational capabilities, and to better serve caregivers and the developmental needs of their children and adolescents.

As an organization, we are dedicated to inspiring possibilities, fostering development, and supporting growth and personal achievement with our clients, caregivers, and team members.

Though a collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach, members of Team Grandview strive to provide culturally-safer, inclusive, and innovative evidence-informed care that meets the unique needs of each client.

Occupational Therapy Assistant / Physiotherapy Assistant -Contract Part-Time

Contract Part-Time (.4FTE) 15 hours/week
Compensation: 25.08/hour /hour, depending upon experience
July March 29, 202
On Site/In Person

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.
Welldeveloped communication skills including verbal, nonverbal, 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 License 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.

How to apply

Please address your correspondence to:
Human Resources

Grandview Kids

600 Townline Road South

Oshawa, ON L1H 0C8

Our commitment to belonging

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 let us know.

Land acknowledgement
Grandview Kids is situated on the traditional territories of the Missisaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. We acknowledge the lands, waters, and people who have come before us, including the Algonquin, Objiway, Odawa, and Pottawatomi. This land, covered under the Will