Therapy Assistant (OTA/PTA)

Salaried Permanent Full-Time or Part-Time

Location: York Region – Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Markham, Newmarket, Georgina

Closing the Gap Healthcare (CTG) provides Canadians with the highest level of care across a wide range of clinic and home-based community care settings.

We are looking for a full time Paediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant/ Physiotherapy Assistant (OTA/PTA) to join our team. This OTA/PTA can bring their therapy services skills to York Region**.** Our Therapy Assistant will be working mainly under Registered PTs and OTs to provide health teaching, fine motor, sensory regulation, and exercise programs as part of a delegated program.

What you will be doing:

• You will be working with our physiotherapy and occupational therapy team under the supervision of a Registered PTs and OTs.

• Provide health teaching and perform program plans with clients.

• Services will be provided in client’s homes and community clinics.

Skills needed for success:

• Recent graduates from a recognized OTA/PTA program is required

• A proven track record of being able to work independently, and within a team.

• Building relationships with clients and their families/ caregivers.

• Must have a valid Driver’s License and the use of a reliable vehicle.

What you can expect:

As a member of Closing the Gap Healthcare, we are built to be a Team Made for Caringtm, you can expect:

• • Competitive Total Compensation package,
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP Matching)
  • Comprehensive health and dental package, including comprehensive support for mental health
  • Vacation Pay and Time Off
  • Documentation mobile device will be provided
  • Millage compensation is provided
  • Extensive learning and education development opportunities
  • A culture of performance recognition and appreciation
  • A commitment to excellence.
  • Mentorship opportunities is available

The Not So Fine Print:

We are excited you are considering applying to become a valued member of our “Team Made for Caring”.

This position is open to individuals who are eligible to work in Canada, and who meet all the essential requirements stated above. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process as required under the CTG Accessibility policy.

Closing the Gap is committed to a high-quality and safe environment for our team members and clients/families. At Closing the Gap, we strongly encourage all new hires to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza as unvaccinated team members put themselves, co-workers, their clients, their client’s families, and CTG’s communities at unnecessary risk.

Closing the Gap is committed to the success of all its team members. If you feel you need accommodations because of illness or disability, please do not hesitate to contact Human Resources at jobs@closingthegap.ca at your earliest convenience.

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