Occupational Therapist - Full-time

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What you\u2019ll be doing:

• Demonstrates Occupational Therapy standards and guidelines for evidence-based practice to assess, plan, and evaluate progress (for potential discharge).\u00A0
• Assesses client\u2019s functional abilities in home/community, including Activities of Daily Living (ADL), equipment needs and cognitive function.\u00A0
• Considers holistic client needs impacting independence in home/community environment.\u00A0
• Develops a client-centered plan with the client/family and health care team (i.e. Care Coordinator, Physiotherapist, Personal Support Worker (PSW), Nursing, etc.).
• Provides client/family education and funding assistance to obtain equipment and/or home/vehicle modifications.
• Monitors client\u2019s progress toward therapy goals and adjusts care plans based on client outcomes.\u00A0
• Records client outcomes and care plans in the electronic client chart following the funder and College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO) guidelines.
• Communicates with funding agency regarding client outcomes and status changes.\u00A0
• Effectively manages client caseload and updates care plans based on information from the client, family, and any other healthcare or educational professionals involved.
• Utilizes verbal and non-verbal communication skills effectively with the client as required.
• Demonstrates professional code of conduct and communication with all health team members as per VON guidelines and policy.

What we can offer you:

• Comprehensive orientation program
• Opportunity to use your skills and expand your knowledge
• Attractive salary package and paid vacation time
• Tiered Benefits (health, dental, LTD) and an Employee Assistance Program
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company contribution
• Travel Compensation
• Smartphone provided to keep you connected during work time
• The opportunity to make a difference in your community
• Work with an organization that is 125 years strong

What we need from you:\u00A0

• Masters in Occupational Therapy (or degree prepared occupational therapy education prior to 2008).
• Valid registration with COTO and associated liability insurance.
• Membership with the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists is preferred.
• Experience in caring for patients with varying diagnoses across the lifespan (stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury, falls, dementia, Parkinson\u2019s Disease, Chronic Lung Disease, Congestive Heart Failure, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, developmental delay, learning disability, etc.),\u00A0
• Experience with patients who have musculoskeletal challenges an asset.
• Capable of using computer software on phones or tablets and proficient in using technology to document client outcomes.
• Excellent time management skills to balance client visits, paperwork and urgency of referrals.
• Must have a personal vehicle and possess a current driver\u2019s license and proof of vehicle insurance.
• Willingness to travel regularly during the day to support sites and attend meetings.
• A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required, and a Vulnerable Sector Search and/or a Child Abuse Registry Check may be required.
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).