Seating & Mobility Leader - Assistive Technology, Rehabilitation and Supportive Care

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health services provider in Nova Scotia is seeking a Seating and Mobility Leader to support and coordinate seating services. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, 3+ years of clinical experience, and strong communication skills. Compensation ranges from $43.07 to $55.10 hourly, with various benefits including health and dental insurance and a pension plan.

Benefits

Health, dental insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years clinical experience required.
• Previous clinical experience in complex/specialty Seating and Mobility services required.
• Understanding and commitment to the protection of Personal Health Information.

Responsibilities

• Support provision of seating and mobility services throughout the Zone.
• Coordinate and support operations of the Wheelchair Shop.
• Act as a champion and expert resource for high quality, person-centered care.

Skills

Registered in Good Standing with the Nova Scotia Occupational Therapy Regulator

Strong communication and presentation skills

Competencies in other languages, French preferred

Understanding of best practices in Seating and Mobility Services

Education

Bachelor of Science or equivalent in Occupational Therapy

Master of Science in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Req ID: 212633
Location: Central Zone, Nova Scotia Rehabilitation and Arthritis Centre - QEII
Department: OPCZ Assistive Tech Seating System
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 28-Nov-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.
Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Program Manager of Assistive Technology, the Seating and Mobility Leader’s primary objective is to support provision of seating and mobility services throughout the Zone by providing mentorship, education, resource, and practice support for Nova Scotia Health staff involved in the provision of seating and mobility services.

Provincially, the Seating and Mobility Leader acts as a champion and expert resource to promote the provision of high quality, person-centered care seating services; throughout the continuum of care. The Seating and Mobility Leader collaborates with governmental and non-governmental stakeholders, related to seating and mobility. The Seating and Mobility Leader carries a clinical caseload of patients requiring complex, custom and/or specialized seating needs that cannot be met through other seating services. Under the direction of the Program Manager - Assistive Technology, the Seating and Mobility Leader coordinates and supports the operations of the Wheelchair Shop and advises on best practices, product and market changes and capital purchase investments in Seating and Mobility. A considerable amount of flexibility and agility is required in the provision of key work activities as the Seating and Mobility Leader shifts activities to meet changing and competing priorities.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent in Occupational Therapy, or Master of Science in Occupational Therapy
• Registered in Good Standing with the Nova Scotia Occupational Therapy Regulator (NSOTR)
• Minimum 3 years clinical experience required
• Previous clinical experience in the provision of complex/specialty Seating and Mobility services, required
• Comprehensive understanding of best practices in Seating and Mobility Services
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
• Understanding of and commitment to the protection of Personal Health Information

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent, Full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$43.07 - $55.10 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.