Occupational Therapist (#090-23) Jobs

JOB POSTING #090-23

POSTING DATE April 25, 2023

JOB TITLE Occupational Therapist – Temporary, Full-Time

INITIAL ASSIGNMENT In-Home (SUD IH OT-010)

BARGAINING AGENT OPSEU

LOCATION Sudbury

LANGUAGE(S) English

EFFECTIVE DATE Immediately to September 13, 2024

Home and Community Care Support Services North East offers a wide-range of quality health-care services and resources to support people of all ages at home, school or in community. In addition to planning, delivering and coordinating care for thousands of people each day in Northeastern Ontario, we also manage eligibility and admissions to long-term care homes, short stay respite, assisted living, and adult day programs. We need caring, motivated people who are driven to help others and make difference in their community, to join our multi-disciplinary team.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the provision of occupational therapy services to Home and Community Care Support Services North East patients in order to maximize the patient’s function, independence, and safety in their respective environment.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of occupational therapy tools, processes, equipment, and assistive technology;
• Registered Occupational Therapist in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario;
• Practical knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation (e.g. regarding the provision of health care services, privacy, health and safety, etc.);
• Knowledge of funding agencies related to the occupational therapy recommendations;
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to work with diverse patient groups, case managers, family members/caregivers/Substitute Decision Makers, health care professionals, community organizations and service providers;
• Ability to prioritize professional duties, manage multiple patients, and efficiently organize workload;
• In-depth knowledge of occupational therapy services and other community resources;
• Working knowledge of computer software (email, internet) and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel);
• Advanced oral and written proficiency in English is essential.
• Must have valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle;
• Comprehensive knowledge of the standards of practice and professional guidelines set forth by COTO;
• Relevant occupational therapy experience in a community/health care environment;
• Effective listening, observation, and facilitation skills;
• Ability to communicate information effectively through a variety of means including reports, letters, meetings, and presentations;
• Good understanding of the roles of health care professionals;

Less qualified candidates may be considered. However, candidates who meet all requirements will be given priority for an interview.

Occupational Therapists may qualify for a Rehabilitation Professionals Incentive Grant of $5,000 per year for three years which is paid by the Underserviced Area Program of the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.

Home and Community Care Support Services North East is an equal opportunity employer. Personal information submitted will be used only for the purpose of determining suitability for this vacancy. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Individuals with a disability requiring accommodation during the application and/or the interview process should advise the recruitment contact so arrangements can be made.

Interested persons are invited to submit a cover letter and resume to

North East Careers | Home and Community Care Support Services (healthcareathome.ca)

Please refer to posting number 090-23 when applying.

Home and Community Care Support Services has implemented a mandatory vaccination policy across the province that requires all staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Applicants being considered for employment will be required to provide proof of vaccination documentation confidentially to Human Resources upon hire. Any medical or human rights exemption requests will be reviewed and validated prior to an offer of employment.