Your Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated, compassionate, and adaptable Therapy Assistant to join our dynamic Occupational Therapy team in the beautiful Crowsnest Pass region. Working under the supervision of Occupational Therapists, the Therapy Assistant plays an important role in supporting the delivery of high-quality occupational therapy services across a variety of settings, including acute care, long-term care, outpatient services, and community-based care. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with occupational therapists and other healthcare professionals to support client care and achieve positive patient outcomes. This role may require travel to community-based settings, including private residences, lodges, group homes, supportive living facilities, and other community locations. The ideal candidate will possess robust interpersonal skills and demonstrate the ability to build effective working relationships within an interdisciplinary team. They will be able to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent organizational and time management skills are essential, along with proficiency in electronic documentation systems and technology. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required, as is a commitment to patient- and family-centered care. The successful candidate will be flexible and adaptable in supporting a diverse client population. In addition to supporting clinical services, the Therapy Assistant will provide supervision and mentorship to therapy assistant students during their placements. There may also be opportunities to support virtual care services as part of innovative models of rehabilitation and service delivery.

Description

As a Therapy Assistant,



you will work both individually and as part of an interprofessional team under the assignment, monitoring and evaluation of an audiologist, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, recreation therapist or speech-language pathologist. You will contribute to effective and efficient rehabilitation services including direct and indirect client care across the health care continuum (healthy living, getting better, living with illness and disability, end of life care) for all ages as well as non-client service provision. This role will require you to work effectively with internal and external partners, and display professionalism and strong ethics in both client centered care and participation in care teams. You will demonstrate evidence of reflective thinking and lifelong learning that enhances individual and team competency. You will have opportunities to use your interpersonal and clinical skills in contributing to quality improvement, program planning and student supervision.

Classification

Classification: Therapy Assistant Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Occupational Therapy Primary Location: Crowsnest Pass Health Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.80 Posting End Date: 14-OCT-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 09-NOV-2026 Temporary End Date: 23-DEC-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 2 Shifts per cycle: 8 Shift Pattern: Days Days Off: Saturday/Sunday Minimum Salary: $27.44 Maximum Salary: $34.39 Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications

Completion of diploma from an accredited post-secondary rehabilitation Therapy Assistant program or equivalent training may be considered.

Additional Required Qualifications

As Required.

Preferred Qualifications

As Required.

📌 Therapy Assistant (Crowsnest Pass)
🏢 Alberta Health Services
📍 Crowsnest Pass