Description
As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 28,000 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 52 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed.
RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Métis Nation of Alberta Region 3.
Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.
The Opportunity
RVS invites applications from qualified individuals for a term, full-time (35 hours per week) Physical Therapist position starting August 27, 2024 until December 5, 2025. The Physical Therapist provides physical therapy to referred students from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 within inclusive learning environments. The successful candidate will bring an advanced level of expertise, which includes providing specialized supports to students who have been identified with severe, multiple, complex needs. The successful candidate must have a valid Alberta Class 5 Motor Vehicle Operators License in order to provide services to all RVS locations.
Responsibilities
Conducts physical therapy services within the context of typical classroom activities
Provides physiotherapy services as per the recommendation of the student(s)' medical professionals where appropriate in an educational setting
Monitors student progress by providing ongoing observation/assessment of development especially in the areas of seating, positioning, and ambulation skills within a functional context
Administers, scores, and interprets standardized and non-standardized/functional pediatric therapy assessments
Provides in-service professional development for school staff regarding issues included in the realm of physical therapy transfer techniques, body mechanics, and safety for the student(s) and staff
Develops goals, strategies, and activities that integrate seamlessly into lessons and other school activities and are connected to the student(s)' Individual Program Plan
Collaborates with both the school and the divisional learning support teams, as both teams work together to support and facilitate the student(s)' program plan
Builds capacity with all caregivers such as teachers, educational assistants, and parents
Education/Experience
Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy
Expertise in identifying, diagnosing and planning therapeutic intervention for students with: neurological disorders such as cerebral palsy, spina bifida, muscular dystrophy, syndromes such as Down’s syndrome, Prader- Willi, and Rett’s syndromes; developmental disorders such as developmental coordination disorders, Autism spectrum disorder, and others affecting mobility
Registration, in good standing, with Physiotherapy Alberta - College and Association including continuing professional development as per guidelines
Registered authorizer with Alberta Health Services Aids to Daily Living Program
Rocky View Schools Benefits
6% vacation pay
Flex Benefits Plan (Extended health, Dental Benefits, Wellness/Health Care Spending Account(s), Tax Free Savings Account and Registered Retirement Savings Plan)
Defined Pension Plan
Professional development and training opportunities
Free parking
Pre-Employment Requirements
The successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment
Proof of qualifications/education as required by the position
Open to: Internal and External applicants
Salary: $57.12 - $72.42 per hour
How to Apply
We request all applications be placed through http://rockyview.simplication.com/. Applications must include your cover letter, resume and contact information of three professional references.
Quote Job Code: #3786751
Closing Date: On or before July 2, 2024 by 4:30 PM MST.
Rocky View Schools
Human Resources
https://www.rockyview.ab.ca/careers/current_opportunities
We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be contacted via email or by phone for an interview. Please ensure your online profile information is up to date so there is no delay in contacting you.
