Foyer Lacombe Occupational Therapist Permanent Part Time 0.4FTE

About the Organization:
Is contributing to a mission driven organization important to you? Do you prefer to be a part of an organization that takes its mission as the basis for all decision making? The mission of Covenant Care and Covenant Living is to “continue the healing ministry of Jesus by serving with compassion, upholding the sacredness of life in all stages, and caring for the whole person – body, mind and soul.”

In fulfillment of this mission, Covenant Care and Covenant Living actively participate in advancing the Covenant Strategic Plan that aspires to:

• Serve – we will strengthen our mission and live our values to meet the needs of those we serve through excellence in care, an engaged team, and wise use of our resources;
• Transform and Grow– We will transform the health system and grow through integration, innovation, and shared learnings to respond to the strengths and needs of our communities, especially those most vulnerable;
• And Contribute– we will leverage our legacy to maximize the strategic contribution of Catholic health care.

Covenant Care is an organization that takes its mission to the heart of everything it does.

We believe that this is what makes our organization stand out in our approach. Our Employees are the key to how our residents feel about their home… you have the ability to be a part of influencing the lives of all those that reside in our environments and create a caring and compassionate environment.

Position Summary:
Covenant Care welcomes all who share a call to serve those most in need.

We are called to continue the healing ministry of Jesus by serving with compassion, upholding the sacredness of life in all stages, and caring for the whole person–body, mind and soul. The position will commit to incorporate our mission, vision, and our values, which are Compassion, Respect, Collaboration, Social Justice, Integrity and Stewardship, and uphold our ethical traditions as foundational aspects in all actions and decision-making.

Reporting to the Resident Care Manager, the Occupational Therapist (OT) will provide leadership and support for occupational staff. They also will plan, implement and deliver goal-oriented treatments, programs and services designed to improve the functional skills of the residents.

This position will:

• Model the organizations mission, vision, and values, consistently representing Covenant professionally and positively
• Collaborate effectively as a professional team player, supporting the achievement of Covenant’s Mission, Vision, and Values

Qualifications:
This position requires strong critical thinking skills and the ability to maintain absolute confidentiality of all resident, family and staff information.

The position requires the ability to communicate in all forms (reading, writing, clear verbal articulation and active listening) to implement recommendations and develop plans and procedures in accordance with Covenant Care’s protocol and with applicable legislation. Information shared is highly technical and requires mathematical skills as well as the ability to read and analyze reports and data. The chosen candidate will be confident in performing AADL assessments, seating assessments, motorized wheelchair assessments, and MoCA cognitive assessments.

• Certificate of registration with the Alberta Association of Registered Occupational Therapist required
• Basic Rescuer CPR required
• AADL authorisation required
• Minimum of two (2) years experience as an Occupational Therapist
• One (1) year of experience in physical medicine and/or geriatrics specialties preferred
• Capable of performing AADL assessments
• Capable of performing seating assessments
• Capable of performing motorized wheelchair assessments
• Capable of performing MoCA cognitive assessments
• Capable of working independently as well as working within a team environment
• This position requires you to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and all other required communicable diseases under Covenant Care’s OHS policy

PLEASE NOTE:
Covenant Care offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package.

All employees new to Covenant Care must provide a criminal record check not older than 6 months ahead of your commencement date. Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Person Screening processing is taking much longer than typical (3 to 4 weeks) and that commencing the process in advance is advisable. Not having your CRC will delay your ability to commence employment.

Covenant Care is committed to an inclusive work environment and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank you in advance for applying with Covenant Care.