Occupational Therapy Assistant

3 months ago

Toronto, Canada VHA Home HealthCare Full time

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do. Our providers tell us: _“Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home.”_ Our teams work together to provide high quality, client-centred care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, “_The freedom and flexibility can’t be beat._” Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs. Team members tell us _“I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home.”_ _View more comments from VHA clients and their family members_._

**We are currently seeking**:
**Occupational Therapy Assistant**

**Central East Team - Scarborough Area**

**What will be your role?**

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will assist/supervise the client with his/her individual prescribed exercise programs or ADL training. Assist/supervise client with walking, transfers, stairs, safe mobility, and positioning using proper body mechanics. Provide client/family education and support to address physical, functional and self-care needs as assigned. Assist with gross motor, fine motor and balance activities. Monitor and report changes in health status to the Occupational Therapist. Participate in program planning, quality improvement and evaluation. Document in the client record and collect required data as requested.

**What makes VHA’s compensation unique?**
- Flexible scheduling
- Independent contract - Full time/ Part time
- VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career
- Mentorship and peer support
- Career development opportunities
- Employee and family assistance program
- Wellness resources
- Perks & discounts
- Staff & service provider events

**Required Qualifications**:

- Diploma as an OTA/PTA from an accredited college program.
- Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience, preferably in the community working with geriatric clients with variable diagnoses and multiple co-morbidities.
- You are a skilled communicator and have a successful track record of coaching/mentoring clients to participate in a professional manner.
- Current First Aid Certificate and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate required.
- Evidence of continuous education.
- Sound critical thinking, good judgement, and problem-solving skills.
- The ability to work effectively and collaboratively with multi-disciplinary team.
- Demonstrated understanding and practice of rehabilitation principles and techniques.

**We Provide**
- Supervisor support
- Clinical Lead support
- Peer support meetings monthly
- Extensive orientation

**Accommodation and VHA’s commitment to DEI**

At VHA Home HealthCare (VHA), we passionately strive to uphold our commitments to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and are strong believers that a diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA. We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices where opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience. VHA is committed to providing reasonable accommodation and our services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of diverse groups. If you require any accommodation, please let us know in advance as we are happy to comply.

VHA is accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada; an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization designate; and a founding member agency of United Way Greater Toronto.

**In every role and at every level, we lead with purpose, build bonds that matter, and we’re passionate about providing spectacular care.

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