Part-Time Community Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Assistant

Part-Time Community Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Assistant (OTA/PTA) The Care Company is a home health care organization dedicated to creating A Better Life for Those at Home. We support clients of all ages to live well and safely in their homes. The company seeks motivated and reliable Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy Assistants (OTA/PTA) to join our community-based rehabilitation team. Key Responsibilities Implement prescribed treatment plans under the direction of a Registered Occupational Therapist and/or Physiotherapist. Support clients with exercises, mobility training, strengthening programs, gait training, balance retraining, and functional mobility tasks. Reinforce home exercise programs and ensure clients perform exercises safely and correctly. Monitor and document client progress, observations, and responses to treatment (with OT/PT review and oversight). Assist with transfer training, safe lifting techniques, and mobility aid usage. Provide caregiver education and support for OT/PT-directed care strategies. Assist with basic equipment setup, environmental safety recommendations, and home visit follow-up tasks. Maintain appropriate communication with supervising OT/PT, office staff, and interdisciplinary team members. Travel to client homes across the GTA and maintain flexibility as caseload changes. Requirements Valid driver’s license and reliable access to a car for daily work. Ability to travel between assignments within designated areas and to rural/remote areas. Effective verbal and written communication in English. PSW certification from an approved and recognized educational institution or international nursing/doctorate certification. Negative TB test completed within the last year. Valid CPR/First Aid Certificate. Valid WHMIS 2015 Certificate of Completion. COVID vaccination receipts subject to an exemption pursuant to Ontario's Human Rights Code. Immunization for measles, rubella, varicella, tetanus, and diphtheria required; Hepatitis B immunization strongly urged. Valid Criminal Record Check completed within the last year. Good judgment and ability to work independently or cooperatively with an interdisciplinary team. Current or valid Health and Supportive Care Providers Oversight Authority (HSCPOA) registration an asset. Qualifications & Experience Certificate or Diploma in Occupational Therapy Assistant or Physiotherapy Assistant from a recognized community college or equivalent training. Previous experience in home and community care highly preferred. Strong communication skills and comfort working independently in varied home environments. Physical capability to support clients during mobility, transfer, and exercise interventions. CPR/First Aid, vulnerable sector check, and immunization compliance required. Scheduling Requirements Part‑time availability (Monday‑Friday) with occasional Saturday/Sunday availability as needed. Clients located across Central Ontario Region: Simcoe, Alliston, Beeton, Newmarket, Aurora, Maple, Markham, Keswick, Geogina. Ability to independently manage scheduling, respond promptly to referrals, and coordinate visit times directly with clients. Travel will be required between client homes. Benefits $28‑35 per hour. Flexible scheduling adapted to your availability. Supportive rehabilitation team with strong PT leadership. Meaningful work impacting client mobility, safety, and independence. Administrative support for scheduling, documentation coordination, and client communication. Opportunities for professional growth as our rehab programs expand. PPE provided. Employee Recognition Program. Health and Wellness Program. Staff and service provider events. Group Health and Dental Benefits. The Care Company can make accommodations/modifications for individuals with disabilities during the hiring and onboarding process. Please let us know if you require extra assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr