About the role
RESPONSIBILITIES
- The Therapy Assistant carries out delegated patient treatment as prescribed by the Occupational Therapists (OT), Physiotherapists (PT), Speech Language Pathologists (SLP), and audiologist and assists the therapists in patient-related activities.
- Demonstrates the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an interprofessional team.
- Prepare and conduct therapy sessions for clients as designated by the OT, PT, SLP.
- Ability to travel to remote Northern communities regularly to implement therapy plans as directed.
- Passionate about working with families/children with developmental disabilities.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
ETHICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintains confidentiality
- Respect and safeguard client rights
- Respect the client’s autonomy and right to be treated with respect, dignity, and worth
- Safeguard the client’s well-being, and cause no harm to clients
- Ensures that clients have opportunities to express concerns
- Suggests feedback on ways to improve services
QUALIFICATIONS
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Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, physical, cognitive, and language disabilities and how they impact task performance in children’s everyday lives
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Experience working with First Nations communities is an asset.
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Knowledge of culturally safe practice and truth and reconciliation are an asset.
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Knowledge of Jordan’s Principle is an asset.
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Experience working with people with autism or pursuing related degree preferred
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Graduate of a college or university program that covers topics such as language acquisition, kinesiology, life sciences, and/or psychology
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Ability to use Microsoft Word
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Ability to use electronic medical records software to chart on clients, and record documents.
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Experience preferred, but not required. Will train the right candidate.
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Has a working knowledge of disabilities such as learning disabilities, significant cognitive disabilities, autism, and motor disorders and how they may impact communication skills.
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Ability to document student progress and responses effectively to enable the supervising SLP, PT, OT to modify therapy goals, as needed.
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Ability to adapt to rapid change and intervene promptly in crisis/emergency situations.
Location: Community based; North Spirit lake, Poplar Hill
MUST LIVE IN THE COMMUNITY
About KEEWAYTINOOK OKIMAKANAK
Keewaytinook Okimakanak, which means Northern Chiefs in Oji-Cree, is a non-political Chiefs Council serving Deer Lake, Fort Severn, Keewaywin, McDowell Lake, North Spirit Lake and Poplar Hill First Nations. The organization is directed by the Chiefs of the member First Nations who form the Board of Directors. Through its close awareness of community needs and its team approach, the Council advises and assists its member First Nations. The Council provides services in the areas of health, education, economic development, employment assistance, legal, public works, finance and administration, and computer communications (K-Net Services). The Executive Director liaises with the six Chiefs, with the staff of the Council and with other organizations and governments.
About the role
RESPONSIBILITIES
- The Therapy Assistant carries out delegated patient treatment as prescribed by the Occupational Therapists (OT), Physiotherapists (PT), Speech Language Pathologists (SLP), and audiologist and assists the therapists in patient-related activities.
- Demonstrates the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an interprofessional team.
- Prepare and conduct therapy sessions for clients as designated by the OT, PT, SLP.
- Ability to travel to remote Northern communities regularly to implement therapy plans as directed.
- Passionate about working with families/children with developmental disabilities.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
ETHICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintains confidentiality
- Respect and safeguard client rights
- Respect the client’s autonomy and right to be treated with respect, dignity, and worth
- Safeguard the client’s well-being, and cause no harm to clients
- Ensures that clients have opportunities to express concerns
- Suggests feedback on ways to improve services
QUALIFICATIONS
-
Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, physical, cognitive, and language disabilities and how they impact task performance in children’s everyday lives
-
Experience working with First Nations communities is an asset.
-
Knowledge of culturally safe practice and truth and reconciliation are an asset.
-
Knowledge of Jordan’s Principle is an asset.
-
Experience working with people with autism or pursuing related degree preferred
-
Graduate of a college or university program that covers topics such as language acquisition, kinesiology, life sciences, and/or psychology
-
Ability to use Microsoft Word
-
Ability to use electronic medical records software to chart on clients, and record documents.
-
Experience preferred, but not required. Will train the right candidate.
-
Has a working knowledge of disabilities such as learning disabilities, significant cognitive disabilities, autism, and motor disorders and how they may impact communication skills.
-
Ability to document student progress and responses effectively to enable the supervising SLP, PT, OT to modify therapy goals, as needed.
-
Ability to adapt to rapid change and intervene promptly in crisis/emergency situations.
Location: Community based; North Spirit lake, Poplar Hill
MUST LIVE IN THE COMMUNITY
About KEEWAYTINOOK OKIMAKANAK
Keewaytinook Okimakanak, which means Northern Chiefs in Oji-Cree, is a non-political Chiefs Council serving Deer Lake, Fort Severn, Keewaywin, McDowell Lake, North Spirit Lake and Poplar Hill First Nations. The organization is directed by the Chiefs of the member First Nations who form the Board of Directors. Through its close awareness of community needs and its team approach, the Council advises and assists its member First Nations. The Council provides services in the areas of health, education, economic development, employment assistance, legal, public works, finance and administration, and computer communications (K-Net Services). The Executive Director liaises with the six Chiefs, with the staff of the Council and with other organizations and governments.