Resident-Centered OT Assistant: Rehab & Recreation

BCS Bethany Care Society; Calgary; Presencial; CAD 42.000 - 64.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Bethany Care Society in Calgary, Alberta is seeking a Casual Occupational Therapy Assistant (Casual) to support residents with therapy services under the supervision of the Therapist. The role focuses on resident-centered care, documentation, safety, and teamwork within the Harvest Hills site.

Education requirements include Grade 12 and a Therapy Assistant Diploma; experience in OT/PT is preferred. Candidates must meet immunization and background check requirements and be able to work variable

Qualificações

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent for aide roles
• Therapy Assistant Diploma or equivalent required for roles performing rehabilitation (OT/PT) duties
• Therapy Assistant Diploma or equivalent preferred for roles solely performing recreational therapy duties.
• One year Occupational/Physical Therapy experience required for OTA role
• One year Recreation Therapy experience required for RTA role
• A working knowledge of a variety of Therapy program modalities required
• Prior related experience with dementia or long-term care residents preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Respects the resident’s rights and individuality.
• Promotes and is responsive to the resident’s holistic needs.
• Provides services as indicated by Therapy assessment and resident goals.
• Informs the Therapist when resident needs alter and assists in implementing change.
• Provides functional support and assistance in mobility, comfort, self-care and intellectual stimulation under the direction of the Therapist.
• Works collaboratively with the resident while maintaining an understanding of the resident’s need to make choices consistent with their own values and preferences.

Conhecimentos

Resident care

Teamwork

Observation

Communication

Problem solving

English fluency

Formação

Therapy Assistant diploma

Grade 12 or equivalent

Descrição da vaga

Bethany Care Society in Calgary, Alberta is seeking a Casual Occupational Therapy Assistant (Casual) to support residents with therapy services under the supervision of the Therapist. The role focuses on resident-centered care, documentation, safety, and teamwork within the Harvest Hills site.

Education requirements include Grade 12 and a Therapy Assistant Diploma; experience in OT/PT is preferred. Candidates must meet immunization and background check requirements and be able to work variable