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Therapist - Assistive Technology Specialist
2 months ago
We are seeking a highly skilled Occupational Therapist to join our team as a Driver Evaluation Specialist. In this role, you will provide consultation, assessment, and treatment to clients referred to the Driver Evaluation Program of the Assistive Technology Department.
As a Driver Evaluation Specialist, you will work under the direction of the Program Manager to assess clients' ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. This will involve a clinical evaluation, including a physical assessment, evaluation of visual and cognitive skills, and assessment for specialized driving equipment. You will also conduct on-road driving evaluations in a modified vehicle and trial adaptive equipment as needed.
You will provide counseling, education, and support to clients, families, and caregivers, as well as collaborate with community stakeholders and advocate for clients' needs.
This is a highly specialized clinical role that requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
About YouWe are looking for a candidate with the following qualifications:
- Graduate of a C.A.O.T recognized School of Occupational Therapy
- Registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia (COTNS)
- Minimum 2 years' clinical practice
- BCLS
- Completed the Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist Examination (CDRS), preferred
- Experience in driver evaluation is an asset
- Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Clinical experience working with older adults, preferred
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
- Commitment to confidentiality and protection of clients' personal health information and an understanding of related policies and best practices.
This is a long assignment, full-time position with 75 hours bi-weekly. The successful candidate may be eligible for our benefits package, which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage, as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
