RESPONSIBILITIES
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.
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.

ETHICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
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 prospects to express concerns
Suggests feedback on ways to improve services

QUALIFICATIONS
Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, physical, cognitive, and language disabilities and how they impact task performance in children’s everyday lives




Experience working with First Nations communities is an asset.
Knowledge of culturally secure 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
Ability to use Microsoft Word
Ability to use electronic medical records software to chart on clients, and record documents.
Experience preferred, but not required. Will train the right candidate.
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.

Location: Community based; North Spirit lake, Poplar Hill

MUST LIVE IN THE COMMUNITY

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