Status: Open until filled.

Physical/Occupational Therapy Aide

Location: Edmonton, AB

Competition #: SG.26.069

Employment Type: Casual

The Prospect

Location

Good Samaritan Southgate Care Centre
4225 107 Street, Edmonton, AB

Employment Type

Casual 0FTE

Hours of Work

Various

Start Date

ASAP

Wages

$20.77 to $26.03

Employee Group

AUPE

As the largest not-for-profit provider of seniors’ care in Alberta and British Columbia, The Good Samaritan Society and Good Samaritan Canada (together, Good Samaritan) have been providing exceptional care and support since 1949. We are faith-based, not-for-profit organizations committed to creating safe, comfortable communities where individuals experience caring, belonging, and purpose.

Under the direction of the Physical Therapist, or Occupational Therapist, you will treat, instruct, and work with clients carrying out rehabilitation activities as prescribed by the therapist. You will also be responsible for maintaining therapy equipment and supplies. You will aide in implementing occupational therapy programs and daily activities in a safe manner to meet the needs of residents with multiple diagnoses including dementia.

Qualifications:

- Grade 12 required
- Health Care Aide, Therapy Aide certificate, or equivalent required
- Completion of an Occupational Therapy Aide course preferred
- Previous experience in a rehabilitative setting preferred




- Experience working with geriatric, disabled, and/or cognitively impaired populations is an asset
- Strong verbal and written English communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal, observation, reporting, and problem-solving skills
- Strong time management and attention to detail
- Physically capable of performing lifts, transfers, and other physical job duties
- Basic sewing skills required; mechanical skills are an asset
- Computer skills are an asset
- Food Safety Basic or equivalent required for Alberta employees

Diversity-Equity-Inclusion-Reconciliation

Good Samaritan is committed to upholding the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation in the workplace at all levels of the organization, as well as in the delivery of our services. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including, but not limited to, Indigenous peoples, racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people from the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Requirements:

- A current and clear Criminal Records Check Form and Clearance Letter prior to the hire date.
- A tuberculosis screening that has been completed no more than 12 months prior to the hire date.

- Internal Closing Date: November 13, 2026
- All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, existing GSS/GSC staff will be given priority.

📌 Physical/Occupational Therapy Aide (Edmonton)
🏢 The Good Samaritan Society
📍 Edmonton