Occupational Therapist, Community Stroke Rehabilitation Team, Casual, Stratford/Seaforth

POSTING DATE:  August 21, 2023                                                                                          POSTING #521-23 (OPSEU) 

 

HURON PERTH HEALTHCARE ALLIANCE

NOTICE OF VACANCY

 

POSITION: OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST 

Community Stroke Rehabilitation Team

Primary site: Stratford and Seaforth 

Casual

 

POSITION SUMMARY: Using the principles of person-centered care, the occupational therapist is responsible for providing services to referred stroke clients in a variety of settings, with a focus on cognition, perception, community integration and attaining optimal recovery in the areas of self-care, productivity and leisure. As well, the occupational therapist will ensure optimal independence and safety in the home and return to or development of new activities and roles that are important to the client. They will also provide client-specific consultation and education/training/in-services related to stroke rehabilitation for service providers, caregivers and families.

 

REPORTS TO: Manager, District Stroke Program & Dialysis 

 

DATE REQUIRED: As soon as possible

 

SALARY: $40.36 to $56.30 per hour

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

- Degree in Occupational Therapy from a Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists’ (CAOT) accredited university programme. 

- Current registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO).

- Eligibility for membership in the CAOT. 

- MoCA (Montreal Cognitive Assessment) Certification

 

Experience:

- Clinical expertise and experience in stroke rehabilitation and demonstrated knowledge of current stroke rehabilitation best practices

- Experience in both hospital and community service delivery is an asset

 

Abilities:

- Demonstrated ability to practice effectively in an inter-professional collaborative environment

- Sound understanding of the role of a variety of rehabilitation professionals in the provision of stroke rehabilitation

- Working knowledge of and experience with theories and principles guiding adult learning and patient self-management approaches

- Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, time management, problem solving and innovation skills

- Proven flexibility and a high level of initiative

- Evidence of continued professional growth and/or professional development

- Appreciation of resource utilization

- ADP certification preferred

- Computer skills, particularly Meditech, MS Office, and/or other software

- Current Basic Life Support certification

 

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED

 

Please be advised that we are no longer accepting emailed or paper-based resumes. Please submit a complete resume by visiting our job opportunities page on our website: www.hpha.ca

 

As a part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, the Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance requires that all staff have received the required doses of COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada. 

 

 

The Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance (HPHA) is an equal opportunity employer that strives to create a respectful, accessible and inclusive workplace. HPHA is committed to creating an environment where all staff, physicians, volunteers and patients see themselves reflected in the workforce, physical surroundings and the broader community, and where everyone feels safe, valued and free to be who they are while receiving fair and equitable supports and opportunities. Upon individual requests, attempts will be made to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection process, please contact Human Resources for assistance.