Occupational Therapist - Homecare OT Pilot - Term - Full Time (12 months)
Health Care Team - Full-time, Term
Competition #: A04-25EXT
Posted: January 8, 2025
Closes: January 22, 2025 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time
Location: Northwood Corporate Office
Job Type: Full-time Term
Schedule: Day
Join the Northwood team!
We are looking for a dynamic individual to be a part of our team. We are accepting applications for a Term (12 Month - with possible extension) Occupational Therapist (Homecare OT Pilot).
Temporary 12 month term contract – Full Time (80hrs bi-weekly / Part Time will be considered at the request of the applicant)
Responsible to: Occupational Therapist - Lead for Homecare OT Pilot
Hours: 80 Hours Biweekly (8 hour shifts) - Days/Evenings (possibly on occasions weekends)
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Occupational or Physiotherapy Therapy
* Current member in good standing with relevant professional college
* Annual CPR and First Aid Certification
* Three to five years of relevant work experience
* Proficiency in MS Office
* Demonstrated knowledge and/or experience in community or long-term care setting
* Knowledge of community agencies and resources an asset
* Knowledge of principles and practices of occupational therapy, use of adaptive equipment, wheelchairs, positioning chairs, and knowledge of potential hazards associated with them
* Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships both internally and externally
* Knowledge of the following: Body Mechanics (e.g., safe lifting), Risk Management Procedures, Provincial Acts and Legislation, Safe Client Handling Tools and Equipment
* Strong verbal and written communication and assessment skills with the ability to develop, facilitate education sessions and interact positively with staff, clients, families, and other health care providers
* Adult education experience (an asset)
* Ability to demonstrate safe work practices and lift up to 44 lbs
* Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a multidisciplinary situation
* Ability to be flexible and adjust to changing needs of service and program
* Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle required: Ability to travel between sites and work outside of regular business hours on occasion
* Ability to meet expectations of regular and consistent attendance within the corporate standard of 4%
Major Responsibilities:
* Providing occupational therapy supports within Central Home Care Agencies to facilitate reduction of workplace injuries and return to work
* Developing injury prevention strategies
* Providing support to program area Managers and Staff as a content expert (e.g., safe client handling, participates in SCH/PACE train-the-trainer and supports training when required)
Tasks:
* Completion of ergonomic and safety assessments within clients’ homes, ergonomic assessments in offices, department sites, providing recommendations
* Providing staff training on ergonomics, equipment, seating, skin integrity, and other related topics as required
* Leading on-site safe client handling and mobility (SCHM) classes for new hires/refresher courses as requested
* Supporting program area managers and staff as a content expert
* Collaborating with outside partners as needed to support employee health (i.e., maintaining contact with vendors and OTs in the community)
* Coordinating management and ordering of necessary equipment: contacting suppliers and vendors as required
* Developing, implementing, and evaluating education and awareness programs such as ergonomic assessments, injury prevention, and departmental safety training
* Liaising with Aware NS, WCB, and other health and safety organizations in relation to best practice initiatives and training across the organizations
* Providing advice to managers regarding disability management and occupational health and safety concerns
* Providing reports on the activity of the program in line with objectives and reporting requirements to the department
* Participating as a member of committees as required
Salary / Benefits:
* As per Northwood Scale CLN 7 – Non Union/Non Management – AHP Terms & Conditions Specifics
Applications:
* All internal applications must be submitted online through the Northwood Hub. A current resume must be submitted when applying for a position outside of your department.
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