Physical/Occupational Therapy Aide

The Good Samaritan Society; Edmonton; Presencial; CAD 29.000 - 36.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The Good Samaritan Society is seeking a Casual part-time Therapy Aide at Mill Woods Centre in Edmonton. Under the guidance of a Physical or Occupational Therapist, you will support rehabilitation activities and care for residents with multiple diagnoses, including dementia.

You'll maintain equipment, assist with programs, and ensure safety in daily activities. Strong English skills, reliability, and physical stamina are essential for this role.

Formación

• Grade 12 required.
• Health Care Aide, Therapy Aide certificate, or equivalent required.
• Completion of an Occupational Therapy Aide course preferred.
• Previous experience in a rehabilitative setting preferred.
• Experience with geriatric, disabled, or cognitively impaired populations is an asset.

Responsabilidades

• Under therapist direction, treat, instruct, and assist with rehabilitation activities.
• Maintain therapy equipment and supplies.
• Aide in implementing occupational therapy programs and daily activities for residents.

Conocimientos

Verbal & written English

Interpersonal skills

Observation & reporting

Attention to detail

Educación

Grade 12

Health Care Aide / Therapy Aide cert

Occupational Therapy Aide course (preferred)

Herramientas

Computer skills

Descripción del empleo

Location Good SamaritanMill Woods Centre
101 Youville Drive East, Edmonton, AB

Employment Type Casual 0FTE

Hours of Work Various

Wages $20.77 to $26.03

Employee Group AUPE

Under the direction of the Physical Therapist, or Occupational Therapist, you will treat, instruct, and work with clients carrying out rehabilitation activities as prescribed by the therapist. You will also be responsible for maintaining therapy equipment and supplies. You will aide in implementing occupational therapy programs and daily activities in a safe manner to meet the needs of residents with multiple diagnoses including dementia.

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 required
• Health Care Aide, Therapy Aide certificate, or equivalent required
• Completion of an Occupational Therapy Aide course preferred
• Previous experience in a rehabilitative setting preferred
• Experience working with geriatric, disabled, and/or cognitively impaired populations is an asset
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, observation, reporting, and problem-solving skills
• Strong time management and attention to detail
• Physically capable of performing lifts, transfers, and other physical job duties
• Basic sewing skills required; mechanical skills are an asset
• Computer skills are an asset
• Food Safety Basic or equivalent required for Alberta employees

Requirements:

• A current and clear Criminal Records Check Form and if applicable a Vulnerable Sector Check that has been obtained no more than 90 calendar days prior to the hire date.
• A tuberculosis screening that has been completed no more than 12 months prior to the hire date.