Job Description

Duties & Responsibilities

Support clients to ensure their optimum physical, social and emotional well-being. Provide one to one support and group support within the home and community to adults with an Acquired Brain Injury/chronic pain syndrome with activities of daily living, personal care, and rehabilitation planning. Support clients with their rehabilitation programs, as directed by regulated health care professionals, to help them reach their rehabilitation goals following a brain injury, work-related illness or accident, mental health diagnosis, or spinal cord injury. Assist in monitoring behaviors or activities that affect the safety, security, and well-being of clients and caregivers. Observe and report changes in the client's health status or needs. Provide individualized customer service of the highest quality. Be respectful, courteous, and pleasant at all time. Communicates effectively with clients, families, staff, and management. Maintain high-quality, accurate documentation of observations related client's behavioral and cognitive limitations. Role modeling, cueing, and prompting effective communication skills. Work co-operatively with team members. Provide services on a flexible basis including evenings and weekends. Receive direction from management and implement regular feedback provided. Participate in quality improvement and continuous growth and training activities as directed. Adhere to workplace policies and operational procedures. Maintain attendance and punctuality within designated shift. Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

Post-Secondary Graduation Diploma/University Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant/Physiotherapy Assistant from a recognized college is required. Minimum 2 years' experience working directly with individuals with acquired brain injuries, complex physical injuries, or other rehabilitation needs. Strong knowledge of acquired brain injuries (ABI), motor vehicle accident (MVA)-related injuries, and rehabilitative therapy approaches. Proven ability to assist in implementing therapeutic interventions, manage multiple tasks, and support individuals with mental health diagnoses. Effective skills in behavioral management and cognitive problem-solving. Excellent written and verbal communication, time management, and documentation abilities. Competency in computer use and data entry. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Consistent work performance, with demonstrated reliability, flexibility, and effective teamwork skills. Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English. Availability to work weekdays, evenings, and weekends as needed. Must possess a valid Ontario driver's license and have reliable access to a vehicle.
Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Pay: $28.00-$34.00 per hour

Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday Morning shift
Application question(s):

Do you have reliable access to a vehicle?
Experience:

OTA: 2 years (required)
Language:

Farsi (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Location:

North York, ON (required)
Work Location: On the road