The client is an articulate and engaging 36-year-old male quadrapliegic client with cerebral palsy, who uses a manual wheelchair for mobility and is currently a successful post-secondary student.

This job entails implementing a clearly designed hands-on program which includes:

- a rigorous physical exercise to promote strength, flexibility, coordination, and independence
- wheelchair skills
- a structured swimming program

Training and ongoing consultation will be provided. Location: The location of the position is a home located about 4 minutes (by car or bus) from the Armdale Rotary in Halifax

Hours: One to Two 3-hour sessions/week on either: Tuesdays( afternoon or evening), Thursdays (evenings), Fridays (mid afternoons), Sundays (late mornings)

Pay: $28-$30 Hour

Qualifications: - Excellent physical strength and health (young man weighs 133 pounds and requires assistance with all transfers, lifting, and his exercise program)

- College diploma or current undergraduate university degree or current university student in kinesiology, physiotherapy, occupational therapy
- Comfortable with assisting in personal care




- Creativity, imitative problem-solving, and patience

- Ability to incorporate feedback

Required: -Canadian Permanent Resident or Citizen

-Current resident of Halifax Regional Municipality

- Precious work experience with physically disabled children or adult

-Valid Driver's License and positive driving record If interested in applying, please email your resume and Cover letter.

Only applicants with a cover letter in addition to a resume will be considered . Cover letter should include information about why one seeks this job, history of hands-on work with physically disabled adults, study and courses about neuromuscular disorders and time availability for this part-time job.

Pay: $28.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 3.0 – 6.0 per week

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Application question(s):
- Have you submitted a cover letter (contents as described in the ) along with your resume?

Work Location: In person

📌 Physiotherapy Assistant for 36 year old Male with Cerebral Palsy (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Dr. Nina Woulff, Psychologist u0026 Associates
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality