Physiotherapist

Niagara Children's Centre; Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking organization focused on enhancing the lives of children and youth. As a Physiotherapist, you will assess and treat clients to improve their physical functions and overall quality of life. This role offers a supportive environment where families are at the center of care, allowing you to make a meaningful impact every day. With a competitive salary range and a comprehensive benefits package, this position not only fosters professional growth but also promotes work-life balance through flexible scheduling and wellness initiatives. If you are passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits

Dental Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Flexible Schedules

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Days

Employee Assistance Program

Social Events

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered Physiotherapist with a focus on children's motor development.
• Ability to develop and implement treatment plans collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Assess children's motor skills and develop treatment plans.
• Provide interventions to improve mobility and functional independence.

Skills

Physiotherapy

Assessment Skills

Treatment Planning

Communication Skills

Cultural Competence

Bilingual (French)

Education

Registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario

Job description

A Physiotherapist works to evaluate,restore and maintain physical functions of clients with a goal towardsincreased participation and quality of life. This process includes assessment,goal setting, treatment planning, and implementation of treatment in a direct,indirect or consultative manner, as indicated, until discharge/transition toschool.

As an employee of the Centre,you will be part of a community dedicated to creating a welcoming andsupportive environment for the children and youth we serve. We are a place where families are at theheart of all we do. Join a team that makes a real difference in the lives ofchildren and youth every day.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assessment: The Physiotherapistassesses a child’s motor development, range of motion, muscle tone, musclestrength, mobility, community accessibility, and equipment needs. This may include standardized andnon-standardized assessment of the child’s motor skills as well as the physicalcharacteristics of the child’s environments.Assessment may take place at a variety of locations, such as the Centre,the child’s home, school, pre-school and other community settings.
• Treatment Planning: On the basis of theassessment, the Physiotherapist collaborates with the child/family, teacher,school, other therapists, and others who may be involved, to identify goals andto establish an appropriate treatment plan to achieve the goals.
• Intervention: The Physiotherapistprovides intervention to achieve the treatment plan and to increase or maintainrange of motion and prevent deformities; increase or maintain strength; motordevelopment, mobility and functional independence; and to decrease pain. Treatment may include pool therapy, thedesign and development of exercise programs, and the prescription andfabrication of equipment or orthotics. Intervention maybe provided in various environments; through a variety of service deliveryoptions (e.g., individual, group, parent education, home programming) on adirect or indirect or consultative basis and either in a single disciplinarysetting or as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Supervision: The Physiotherapist may be requested tosupervise PTA’s as part of his/her regular workload and in doing so, mustadhere to the policies established in the College’s Standard for Physiotherapists Workingwith Physiotherapist Support Personnel (June 2005/Updated March 2010).The PT may also be requested to supervise students or volunteers.
• Documentation: The Physiotherapistis responsible for report writing in accordance with the College ofPhysiotherapists ofOntario guidelines(such as assessments, progress reports, transition reports, and dischargesummaries). In addition there may bedocumentation requirements such as internal and external referrals; fundingapplication forms on behalf of families or parent correspondence. ThePhysiotherapist is also responsible for the daily and accurate recording in theCentre’s data collection system of daily activities and clients seen and tocomply with all established clinical standards for documentation.
• Education: The Physiotherapistis responsible for providing education to parents and the community;promotional activities on behalf of the Centre.Through conferences, lectures and other training the Physiotherapistwill keep current in new approaches and research, particularly if assigned to aspecialized clinic with emerging and changing knowledge and technology.

Health and Safety

The Physiotherapist willcomply with the duties assigned to Workers as per Section 28 of the OntarioOccupational Health and Safety Act.

KeyRelationships:

The Physiotherapistis concerned with the effectiveness of all relationships that affect theCentre. The following are particularlysignificant to the position:

External

• Children,and their families and other caregivers
• Regulatedprofessionals involved in the care of the child/family such as physicians,public health personnel, nurse practitioners
• Teachersand Educational Assistants in all school and child care systems
• Staffof Community partner agencies and programs
• Vendorsand suppliers of equipment and services being considered for use byclients
• Staffat relevant government offices/branches that are responsible for approvaland/or provision of client specific funding, services or equipment
• Casemanagers at HNHB Community Care Access Centre (if assigned to Acute HomeCare)

Internal

• Staffat all levels in the organization

Qualifications and Skills:

The minimum specifications for an incumbentwill include:

• Registrationand membership in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists ofOntario

Knowledge/Skills:

• A sound understanding and skill in thepractice of physiotherapy
• Demonstratedability to consistently maintain professional and respectful communication andcollaboration with clients and families, colleagues, managers, and community partners
• Knowledgeand demonstrated ability to uphold principles of family-centred care, provideexceptional customer service, and utilize a strength-based, anti-racist, anti-ableism,and anti-oppressive approach to service delivery and interactions with stakeholders
• Ability to identify goals andestablish appropriate treatment plans to achieve said goals with children,youth, families and other care providers both in-person and virtual
• Demonstrated initiative and self-management
• Ability to effectively support families in complex situations
• Ability to work with families from a variety of cultures that is inclusive and culturallyappropriate
• Bilingual at a superioror advanced level of Frenchis an asset
• Acurrent criminal referencecheck for vulnerable populations

Other:

• Accessto a vehicle and possession of a driver’s license valid for the provinceof Ontario is required
• Acurrent criminal reference check for vulnerable populations
• CPRcertification
• Evidence of Non violent crisisintervention training

Why Join Us?

• We provide a total rewards package that supports your well-being,and have a culture that supports and encourages continuous professionaldevelopment and growth.
• Provide a competitive hiring range of $80,640 – $94,965commensurate with experience.
• Participation in a Defined Benefit Pension Plan (HOOPP) from dayone of employment with us, offer healthcare and dental benefits, and access tothe Employee and Family Assistance program.
• Work life balancewith flexible schedules, summer hours, Centre closure days, personal days, paidvacation, paid sick days, etc. Social eventsthroughout the year, it’s not just work!
• Employee wellbeing initiatives and programs
• Inclusive environment thatallows everyone to feel welcomed and part of a dedicated team
• Work life balance with flexibleschedules, summer hours, centre closure days, personal days, paid vacation,paid sick days, etc.

Wewill be reviewing candidate submissions as they are received and move forwardwith interviews. Early submission is encouraged.

TheNiagara Children’s Centre is committed to fair and accessible employmentpractices. Upon request, suitable accommodation is available under the Accessibility for Ontarians with DisabilityAct (AODA) to applicants invited to an interview.

The NiagaraChildren’s Centre’s is a unionized environment.

Wethank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration willbe contacted. The selected candidate will be required to participate in aCriminal Background Check.

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