Occupational Therapist - AgeCare Dawson

Job description

The Opportunity:

The Occupational Therapist assesses, plans, implements and evaluates occupational therapy directed towards residents’ restoration/maintenance of an optimal level of independence, prevention of further disability and achievement of purposeful engagement within their environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assesses and reassesses residents to identify their issues/challenges and to determine rehabilitation needs • Establishes resident’s goals, develops and documents individual care and treatment plans • Maintains on-going communication with other members of the multidisciplinary team in order to maintain a consistent care program for the residents • Maintains residents’ statistics • Develops reviews and updates policies and procedures for the Rehabilitation Department • May be assigned to orient or supervise employees or volunteers • Ensures that equipment and conditions within the department are conducive to a safe working environment of residents and staff

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved school of Occupational Therapy • Must be eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists and a registered member of the Alberta Association of Registered Occupational Therapists • AADL Authorizer status is an asset • Experience with MDS and/or RAI • Occupational Therapy experience in long term care preferred • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Demonstrates a caring, empathetic attitude in a professional, mature manner • Good organizational and time management skills

Work Location: AgeCare Dawson Address: 77 Merganser Drive West, Chestermere, AB T1X 3J5 Employment Type: Casual

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!