Occupational Therapist

CarePartners • Perth, ON

26d • CA$37 - CA$87 • Hybrid

About The Position

CarePartners is one of Ontario’s largest accredited home health care providers, offering nursing, personal support, therapy, and rehabilitation support services for patients of all ages. We care for approximately 72,000 patients each year in homes, schools, clinics, workplaces, and retirement homes, through our 24 locations and 24 nursing clinics. CarePartners is proud of its commitment to quality, relentlessly seeking to improve the patient and caregiver experience, promoting a healthy and resilient workplace culture, and contributing to a sustainable healthcare system in Ontario. We are currently looking for someone to join our dynamic Rehabilitation Team in the role of Occupational Therapist. We are actively expanding our therapy/rehabilitation program and are looking for professionals who want to be a part of this exciting growth. We are hiring for Full-time, Part-time, and Casual positions in the Stratford, ON and surrounding areas. Here at CarePartners, our therapists follow a self-scheduling model. If you have capacity to take on a few patients or more than a few, let's talk!

Requirements

• Master’s Degree (or equivalent) degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognized university
• Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
• Proven computer skills, including email, MS Word and Outlook, work scheduling systems
• Strong assessment skills and the ability to participate in effective treatment programs
• Provide one-on-one therapeutic support with clients
• Promotes independence of the client in the home and in the community
• A reliable vehicle for some regular travel
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Clear Background and Vulnerable Sector Check

Nice To Haves

• French language skills are an asset

Responsibilities

• Provides coordination, supervision, and coaching to the Community Support Workers in the field
• Professional assessment of patients in the community and in their homes
• Develops and maintains an effective Care Plan with respect to Community Health Services, independently or in cooperation with the Ontario Health atHome
• Works with the patient on appropriate time-specific, measurable goals and outcomes in collaboration with the care team
• Works independently and as an integral member of an interdisciplinary care team
• Provides active guidance for workplace Health and Safety
• Performs other duties as required

Benefits

• Sign on Bonus up to $1500
• Competitive salary
• comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Employment perks such as Employee Assistance Program, Perkopolis, Rewards Points
• Flexible scheduling supporting employee work life balance
• Inspiring leadership and opportunities for professional growth
• Supportive & dedicated Safety Health & Wellness team & Pandemic Response team
• Interprofessional collaboration with our Professional Practice Research & Education Team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level