Occupational Therapist - Part Time and Full Time
Job Category : Health Care Careers

Requisition Number : OCCUP001029

Full-Time

On-site

Locations
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Wing Kei Locations
Calgary, AB, CAN

Description
THE OPPORTUNITY

Our workplace is one where staff can grow in a career that is meaningful and contributing to the community. Wing Kei’s staff and volunteers provide compassionate and individualized support for seniors through on-site health and living care. As an organization, we adhere to high standards of care, repeatedly receiving Exemplary Standing with Accreditation Canada over the years.

Under the direction and supervision of Director of Care and Clinical Manager, the Occupational Therapist will be responsible for assessment, care planning, rehab intervention and evaluation of outcomes for residents and the planning and implementation of rehabilitation programs, ensuring they are in accordance with Wing Kei’s Person and Family Centered Care framework and are aligned with our Vision, Mission and Core Values. The Occupational Therapist will work in the interdisciplinary team improve or maintain residents’ full potential of functioning in activities of daily living.

With the upcoming opening of our new facility, Highland Park, there are multiple positions available. The FTE is flexible - we are open to discuss and negotiate based on your needs and our operational needs.

THE ROLE

Key Accountabilities

Demonstrates, promotes and advocates the Wing Kei vision, mission and core values

Conduct therapeutic assessment, treatment goals/plans and regular care plan review for residents to remove barriers that prevents residents from participating in meaningful activities of daily living and to maximize independence and participation

Complete and prepare reports and documentation in accordance with established standards,



policies and procedures

In collaboration with residents, families, interdisciplinary team members and volunteers, promote physical, cognitive, social and emotional well-being through engagement in therapeutic and exercises

Supervise and provide guidance to Rehab Assistants

Contribute to education and training of residents/clients and families to improve self-care, mobility and independence

Participate in quality improvement initiatives at unit, facility and program levels

Participate in on-going training to ensure that high standards of service and best practices in the field are achieved

THE INDIVIDUAL WHO WILL SUCCEED

Is aligned with Wing Kei’s vision and mission to continue to deliver excellence in seniors’ care

Current registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists

Exhibits quick and effective critical thinking, judgement and decision making

Possesses good observation skills, keen attention to details and sensitivity to residents’ feelings, preferences and needs

Possesses effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills to engage/motivate residents of varying abilities and to communicate/collaborate with families and the interdisciplinary team. The ability to communicate in Chinese would be helpful, but not necessary

Experience in working in Long Term Care or Support Living (SL4) setting preferred (physical rehab, transfer/mobility assessments and mobility aid assessments)

Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL) authorization status preferred

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Work Hours: 7.5 hours per shift, 5 days a week

Benefits: A range of competitive benefits (health, dental, prescription drug, adaptable spending account, life insurance and employer-matched contributions for RRSP) and as deemed effective for position’s requirements, professional development financial assistance.

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📌 Occupational Therapist - Part Time (0.8 FTE) (Alberta)
🏢 Wing Kei Care Centre
📍 Alberta