WHO WE ARE ONE KIDS PLACE Children’s Treatment Centre provides rehabilitation and related support services for children and youth (up to the age of 19) and their families living in the Districts of Muskoka, Nipissing and Parry Sound. All staff will provide service within an interdisciplinary team environment committed to family-centered practice.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Position: Therapy Assistant Location: Nipissing Effective: ASAP Status: Unionized Job type: Permanent, Full Time - 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

- To ensure we can meet the needs of our communities at times that work best for them, our staff are expected to maintain flexibility in their schedules, which may include working outside standard business hours as per client needs. _

**:The Therapy Assistant will work with the Rehabilitation Therapists and Teacher to deliver an integrated service plan to children transitioning to school. The Therapy Assistant will work daily in the classroom planning and implementing programming for children in the pre-academic setting. Assist children in toileting, dressing, following routines, socializing with others, developing the skills necessary to transition successfully to school, and ensuring documentation is consistent with agency standards.

JOB DUTIES :

- Individual will be responsible for carrying out group and individual activities with children in an effort to teach and develop the skills necessary to transition successfully to school.
- Individual will be working directly with a Rehabilitation Therapists and Teacher in the Transition to School Program.
- Documents client-related activities and workload practices according to Children’s Treatment Centre standards and maintains client confidentiality and privacy.




- Makes recommendations to the therapist who determines the need for other discipline involvement in addressing the needs of the child/youth.
- Participates in the orientation and training of new staff members, placement students and /or volunteers.
- Pursues on-going professional development and growth.
- Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS :

- Post-secondary education required. Rehabilitation Assistant Program graduate preferred, or post-graduate diploma in the health human services sector.
- 2 years related work experience within a pediatric/health care setting with children and youth with special needs an asset
- Working knowledge of community resources and supports within the District of Nipissing
- Ability to work within an interdisciplinary team environment under the supervision of assigned therapists
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills to collect data and evaluate the children’s progress towards goal attainment
- Valid Ontario driver’s license and reliable vehicle
- Computer competency and adaptable in the use of computer software for the purpose of assessments, documentation, programming and communication.
- Proof of COVID Vaccinations as required by the sector
- Bilingual (English/French) is an asset

WHAT WE OFFER

As an employee at One Kids Place, you will become part of a team of skilled professionals working together to meet the special needs of children, youth and their families.



The work environment includes the family-centered principles and values of mutual respect, collaboration, accessibility and community inclusivity. One Kids Place provides opportunities for ongoing education and development through mentorships, workshops, conferences, and seminars.

COMPENSATION :$24.91 - $30.86 hourly (depending on prior experience as per our Collective Agreement).

BENEFITS :

- An amazing pension plan
- Employee Health Benefits
- Employee & Family Assistance Plan
- 4 weeks of paid vacation to START!
- Paid sick time, paid breaks, and more!

ADDITIONAL PERKS :

- All of our locations benefit from Northern Ontario living - work and live minutes from numerous ski-hills, beaches, lakes, trails and outdoor activities for all seasons, as well as unique art, cultural and shopping experiences.

HOW TO APPLY

Human Resources One Kids Place, 400 McKeown Ave., North Bay ON P1B 0B2

- QUI NOUS SOMMES

Le Centre de traitement pour enfants La place des enfants offre des services de réadaptation et de soutien connexes aux enfants et aux jeunes (jusqu’à l’âge de 19 ans) ainsi qu’à leurs familles vivant dans les districts de Muskoka, Nipissing et Parry Sound. Tout le personnel offre ses services au sein d’une équipe interdisciplinaire engagée dans une approche centrée sur la famille.

L'OPPORTUNITÉ

Poste : Assistant(e) en thérapie Lieu : Nipissing Efficace : dès que possible Statut : Syndiqué Type d'emploi : Permanent, temps plein - 8 h 30 à 16 h 30

- *Afin de pouvoir répondre aux besoins de nos communautés aux moments qui leur conviennent le mieux, notre personnel est tenu de faire preuve de flexibilité dans ses horaires, ce qui peut i

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