Title: Therapy Assistant

Department: Early Years Rehab- KidsInclusive

Position Number: 50064923

Hours of Work: Temporary Full-Time Position

Day Shifts: 0800-1600 (Monday - Friday)

Pay Band: Band-S $34.04-$37.72

Union: CUPE

Location: KidsInclusive Brockville Site, and locations within the Lanark/Leeds Grenville community (i.e. childcare centre, client home, schools and community centres)

In accordance with Article 9.05, where the previous incumbent returns to this position within the thirty (30) day trial period this position shall be deemed not vacant and the posting will be cancelled. Should the vacancy be cancelled, applicants to this posting shall be notified.

Please note, this posting identifies the current shifts that apply to the position control number. However, this does not guarantee the permanence of the shift time or work assignment for the position. The Hospital reserves its Management Rights under the CUPE Collective Agreement to make changes to shift time and work assignment as it deems necessary.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

As a member of the Clinical Support Team at KidsInclusive the Therapy Assistant (OTA/PTA) provides clinical support under the supervision of an occupational therapist or physiotherapist.

The Therapy

Assistant assists in the provision of direct client care through implementation of therapy programs; assists in indirect client care; assists in providing departmental support; documents his/her involvement in client care; maintains communication with all other staff members; supports departmental efforts in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities; participates in education orientation and public relations, as required; maintains a secure work environment; performs other related duties as assigned.

Each employee must demonstrate an awareness of and be responsible for supporting and providing client and family-centered care. Employees will demonstrate dignity and respect by being courteous and introducing themselves by name, occupation and role. Wherever possible, the therapy assistant will ensure that clients and families receive complete and accurate information and have the opportunity to ask questions.

They will encourage clients and families to participate in care and decision-making at the level they choose, and collaborate by involving the client and family in the formulation of a plan of care.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clinical:

- Implements therapy and activities with clients to address goals that have been identified by the occupational therapist or physiotherapist (as per college guidelines)
- Sets up environment/equipment for assessment or treatment session
- Assists with group programs (contact families, book space, prepare and send out information packages, co-lead groups, collect family feedback)




- Assist with organizing and delivering generic parent workshops
- Provide coverage for other therapy assistants as requested by management
- Additional responsibilities as requested by management
- Document progress of intervention and maintain communication with supervising clinician as per college guidelines and KidsInclusive documentation policies.

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Administrative:

- Maintain a record of all daily activities in AlayaCare as per KidsInclusive policy
- Ensure maintenance of all client information, in accordance with privacy legislation and KHSC/KI policies.
- Participate in team meetings, discipline meetings and KidsInclusive meetings as required
- Provide mentoring/ student placement and shadowing opportunities as requested by management
- Provide input to the development of department and or hospital quality improvement procedures as requested.
- Complies with relevant statistical, clinical and administrative reporting requirements
- Complies with KHSC and KidsInclusive policies and procedures
- Carries out duties in a way that embodies the mission and values of KidsInclusive and KHSC and works co-operatively with fellow employees, supervisors and departments toward the achievement of the organization’s overall goals and objectives
- Assumes other duties that are assigned in accordance with experience, training and qualifications to which legislated requirements may be applicable

Educational:

- Maintain a standard of professional education by attending educational programs and workshops; transmit information obtained from these workshops to fellow employees.
- Complete e-learning modules as required by KHSC/KidsInclusive policies
- Assume educational responsibilities as required by KidsInclusive
- Maintain a record of all educational activities on AlayaCare

Each employee is accountable for:
- Following safe working conditions and practices in respective areas of responsibility
- Carrying out duties in a way that embodies the mission and values of KHSC and KI
- Maintaining College membership and working in accordance with College standards of practice (where applicable)
- Working co-operatively with fellow employees, supervisors and departments toward the achievement of KHSC’s overall goals and objectives

QUALIFICATIONS:

- OT/PT Assistant Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered




- Demonstrated experience working with children with special needs in a community based setting (e.g. school, daycare)
- Demonstrated knowledge of gross and fine motor skill development, including that of children with physical and developmental disabilities
- Experience in the preparation of materials in planning individual activities and/or group programming for children/youth
- Demonstrated ability to perform work defined by established procedures or practice and follow instructions accurately
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated by the ability to interact, collaborate, and communicate clearly in an effective manner with children, families, and members of the interdisciplinary team
- Excellent organizational skills; ability to multi-task
- Access to a reliable personal vehicle along with a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance as per KHSC policy
- Current BCLS at the Health Care Provider level
- Proficiency in speaking and comprehending both English and French, preferred
- Continuing education courses related to practice, preferred
- Proven ability to attend work regularly.
- Satisfactory criminal reference check and vulnerable sector search required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The applicant must be able to meet the physical demands of this position.

KHSC is located on the ancestral lands and waters of the Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee and serves a wider geographical area that encompasses many Indigenous communities including Tyendinaga, Katarokwi, as well as communities within the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority. As we partner in care, discovery, and learning to achieve better health outcomes for our communities, KHSC is committed to actively advocating for and acting upon the Truth and Reconciliation Committee’s Calls to Action on Health.

Unless specifically stated, all job postings are for existing positions at KHSC. KHSC is committed to recruitment practices that support and contribute to building a respectful, diverse and inclusive workplace in compliance with legislation such as the Employment Standards Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We welcome all applications from women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, Indigenous Peoples, persons in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and members of other equity deserving groups.

Kingston Health Sciences Centre may use artificial intelligence systems to assess and screen applicants. All hiring decisions are made in accordance with KHSC policies and applicable employment legislation.

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for next steps will be contacted. Kingston Health Sciences Centre is committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices. If you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process, please notify the Recruitment Team.

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