Occupational Therapist - SMHC

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority • Selkirk, MB

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Interdisciplinary Team, the incumbent will provide quality Occupational Therapy Services for persons with mental health issues and/or an acquired brain injury. Service provision is recovery oriented, focusing on achieving recovery through partnerships with patients, families, and communities; and instill the core values of hope, respect and clinical excellence. Demonstrates a commitment to the vision, values, goals, and objectives of SMHC, including a strong commitment to patient safety.

Requirements

• Entry-to-practice academic credential in Occupational Therapy from an accredited Canadian university program or the approved equivalent if internationally educated as determined by the College of Occupational Therapists of Manitoba (COTM).
• Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Manitoba (COTM) with the incumbent’s name entered in the practicing register or in the provisional register as an examination candidate.
• A thorough knowledge of best practice standards in the application of occupational therapy theory models.
• Demonstrated ability to assess, plan implement and evaluate patient-centered occupational therapy programs.
• Demonstrated effective leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships.
• Must have effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other disciplines.
• Demonstrated professional judgment and initiative.
• Demonstrated effective organizational, interpersonal, critical thinking, clinical reasoning, conflict resolution and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of evidence-based practice.
• Ability to perform both independently and as a team member.
• Knowledge of the physiological, social, cultural and economic aspects of patient care.
• Computer literacy as appropriate to the setting.
• Must demonstrate adequate strength, agility, motor coordination and dexterity for implementation of therapeutic techniques and manipulation of therapeutic activities as necessary.
• Must have a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment.
• An employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Nice To Haves

• Recent and relevant clinical experience preferred.
• Experience in the mental health or geriatrics field would be an asset.
• Successful completion of relevant continuing professional education in designated clinical area preferred.
• Membership in the Manitoba Society of Occupational Therapists (MSOT) and the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT) preferred.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality Occupational Therapy Services for persons with mental health issues and/or an acquired brain injury.
• Service provision is recovery oriented, focusing on achieving recovery through partnerships with patients, families, and communities.
• Instill the core values of hope, respect and clinical excellence.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the vision, values, goals, and objectives of SMHC, including a strong commitment to patient safety.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient-centered occupational therapy programs.
• Organize and complete assignments with a minimum of supervision.
• Adapt to new concepts, techniques and best practice in the academic and clinical fields of healthcare knowledge.

Benefits

• May be required to occasionally work extended hours.
• May be required to work a variety of shifts including weekends.
• This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.
• We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better.
• If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.
• Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.
• Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce.

What This Job Offers

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