Therapy Assistant (OTA/PTA)

SE Health; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Therapy Assistant (OTA/PTA) and be part of a transformative team dedicated to client-centered care. This role offers the chance to work collaboratively in a diverse environment, providing essential support to clients in their homes and communities. You'll engage in holistic care, focusing on physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being while promoting safety and positive outcomes. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a self-directed team, this is the perfect opportunity for you to contribute to meaningful health care innovation in Canada.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Benefits

Pension

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• OTA/PTA diploma from an accredited program is required.
• Minimum one year of relevant work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Assist clients in care activities assigned by the Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist.

Skills

Client-centered care

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

OTA/PTA diploma or equivalent

Tools

Communication tools

Job description

We are looking to hire Therapy Assistants (OTA/PTA) to join our Transitions team - this is an exciting opportunity to be at the front-line of health care innovation in Canada.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking several dynamic, passionate Therapy Assistants (OTA/PTA) who want to be part of the transformational change in home and community care by providing care in a truly client-centered approach. You are excited about working in an environment that puts the care team in the driving seat and part of a self-directed team that offers a high level of autonomy and responsibility. You will be part of a diverse, collaborative care team that will provide services to a roster of clients in the community with a focus on a holistic plan of care and client-centered goals addressing client’s physical, cognitive, social, emotional and spiritual domains. You are a member of the interdisciplinary team who will assist the client and family to reach the client’s care goals. As part of the SE Transitions team, you will be a part of the team that will be accountable for the care and services you provide and the outcomes your clients achieve.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provision of comprehensive care in an interdisciplinary team
• Provide continuous and comprehensive support to your team in the delivery of care for your clients
• Maintain effective relationships/communication and work collaboratively with other disciplines to implement interdisciplinary care plans within your role
• Participate in regular interdisciplinary team communication (e.g. huddle, rounds, status updates)
• Use communication tools to effectively communicate changes in the client’s condition to the primary care lead/clinician and other members of the care team as required
• Assist clients in care activities as assigned by the Physiotherapist and/or Occupational Therapist
• Provision of delegated acts/treatments as part of the interdisciplinary team and within the role of an unregulated care provider
• Provide care with clients and families adhering to SE Health’s policies and procedures as adopted from Ministry of Health Guidelines
• Proactively identify, promote and seek to improve client safety as part of your everyday work

REQUIREMENTS:

• OTA/PTA diploma or equivalent from an accredited post-secondary program
• Minimum one year of relevant work experience is preferred
• Experience in one of the following areas: home/community care, acute care, chronic disease management, health promotion, and palliative care
• Community experience is an asset.
• Vulnerable sector check (current).
• Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) and exercise good judgement is required
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable with excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrated skills working independently and in a team environment
• A vehicle and valid driver’s license and the ability to travel.

About SE Health

At SE, we love what we do. Every day, we bring hope and happiness to clients, homes, and communities across Canada. We treat each person with dignity and love, like our own family; we build empathy; and we do the right thing. We are always inspired to make a difference. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we share knowledge, provide the best care, and help each client to realize their most meaningful goals for health and wellbeing. We are an inclusive workplace offering competitive pay, benefits, pension, and work-life balance. We’re a great place to work, and we hope you’ll join our team.

In the interest of the health and safety of our patients/clients, employees, and greater good of public health, SE Health requires those that wish to work for this organization to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Fully vaccinated means a person has received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine and it has been 14 days since the last dose.

SE Health is committed to the success of all its employees. If you feel you need accommodations because of illness or disability, please do not hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] at your earliest convenience.