Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a Therapy Assistant to join our team and assist in providing behavioural therapy services to patients under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals in need of rehabilitation services.

Duties

- Implement treatment plans as directed by the Occupational Therapist
- Assist patients with therapeutic exercises and activities
- Monitor and document patient progress during therapy sessions
- Collaborate with the therapy team to develop and adjust treatment plans
- Educate patients and their families on therapeutic techniques and exercises
- Maintain accurate patient records and reports

Experience

- Knowledge of acute care, medical terminology, and pediatrics is preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to therapy
- Experience in childcare or therapy

If you are passionate about helping children improve their quality of life through therapy, we welcome you to apply for this fulfilling role as a Therapy Assistant. Please note that for those without direct experience working with children with ADHD and AUTISM in the context of therapy in the Canadian, a volunteer work practicum experience option is a way to still be able to qualify for the position as the company does not hire without previous direct experience. Once certified after a period of 80-160 hours based on experience and interview performance the candidate will be moved into their paid contract. This applies solely for applicants without direct experience in the field. If you love to learn, love to upskill, are passionate about continuous quality improvement and advancing your skills, and if you are enthusiastic to contribute positively to the company and to pediatric patients as well as to the community, then this might be the right opportunity for you!

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Casual, Seasonal, Freelance, Apprenticeship, Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $16.00-$25.00 per hour

Application question(s):

Once committed to a contract would you describe yourself as reliable and able to commit fully for the 12 month contract prior to switching workplaces? In working with vulnerable populations how would you transition the work professionally so as to ensure quality of care does not get severed by you leaving your position should you choose to move on at any time after your contract is completed? Would you describe yourself as a team player willing to cover shifts and schedules of other staff members who may be sick or need vacation time off? What does it mean to you to provide quality customer services and quality of care to the clients? What does it mean to you to show respectfulness and courtesy in the workplace to managers, team members, and clients? Would you describe yourself as loving to learn and to upskill? If you do not have prior experience in this field are you willing to participate positively and enthusiastically in a volunteer practicum in order to gain the skills needed for us to hire you?
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:

Child therapy: 1 year (preferred)
Willingness to travel:

50% (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Calgary, AB