JP-Therapy Assistant

KEEWAYTINOOK OKIMAKANAK•Deer Lake, ON

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Therapy Assistant carries out delegated patient treatment as prescribed by the Occupational Therapists (OT), Physiotherapists (PT), Speech Language Pathologists (SLP), and audiologist and assists the therapists in patient-related activities. This role requires the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an interprofessional team. The assistant will prepare and conduct therapy sessions for clients as designated by the OT, PT, SLP. A key aspect of this role involves traveling to remote Northern communities regularly to implement therapy plans. The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with families and children with developmental disabilities and will perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, physical, cognitive, and language disabilities and how they impact task performance in children’s everyday lives.
Ability to use Microsoft Word.
Ability to use electronic medical records software to chart on clients, and record documents.
Has a working knowledge of disabilities such as learning disabilities, significant cognitive disabilities, autism, and motor disorders and how they may impact communication skills.
Ability to document student progress and responses effectively to enable the supervising SLP, PT, OT to modify therapy goals, as needed.
Ability to adapt to rapid change and intervene promptly in crisis/emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with First Nations communities is an asset.
Knowledge of culturally safe practice and truth and reconciliation are an asset.
Knowledge of Jordan’s Principle is an asset.
Experience working with people with autism or pursuing related degree preferred.
Graduate of a college or university program that covers topics such as language acquisition, kinesiology, life sciences, and/or psychology.
Experience preferred, but not required. Will train the right candidate.

Responsibilities

Carries out delegated patient treatment as prescribed by the Occupational Therapists (OT), Physiotherapists (PT), Speech Language Pathologists (SLP), and audiologist and assists the therapists in patient-related activities.
Demonstrates the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an interprofessional team.
Prepare and conduct therapy sessions for clients as designated by the OT, PT, SLP.
Ability to travel to remote Northern communities regularly to implement therapy plans as directed.
Passionate about working with families/children with developmental disabilities.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Maintains confidentiality.
Respect and safeguard client rights.
Respect the client’s autonomy and right to be treated with respect, dignity, and worth.
Safeguard the client’s well-being, and cause no harm to clients.
Ensures that clients have opportunities to express concerns.
Suggests feedback on ways to improve services.