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
In office 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