Occupational Therapist - Pediatrics

About Us

St.Amant supports over 5,000 people in Manitoba with developmental disabilities, autism and acquired brain injury. We are a not-for-profit organization that offers a wide range of supports for adults, children and their families. Our over 2,000 staff follow a person-centred approach and adapt to the needs of each person and each family. St.Amant is guided by its core values of Collaboration, Hospitality, Excellence and Respect.

Position Summary and Scope of Service:

St.Amant is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility where everyone is respected, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves – free from fear of discrimination – while celebrating the diverse identities and experiences that enrich our community. We stand firmly against individual and systemic discrimination and racism as per the Canadian Human Rights Act.

This Occupational Therapy (OT) Position is a Pediatric position. It is a permanent .7 FTE position, which will be providing services in our St.Amant Health and Transition Services program (Child & Young Adult Health Services – CYAHS). This program provides short-term admissions to children and youth with a variety of needs including, but not limited to, feeding, neuromuscular and neurological conditions, and rehabilitation. The OT, as a member of the interdisciplinary team, plays an essential role in the safe and smooth transition to the community.

The Occupational Therapist will:

• Focus on the development and progression of safe feeding skills/programs, pediatric skill development and environmental assessments related to transitions to the community
• Assess, intervene, collaborate and develop goals with the child, family and team
• Provide education and training to staff, families and support teams to support admission goals of care
• Collaborate and communicate with family/caregivers, all healthcare providers and community agencies who are involved with the child
• Build partnerships with Children's Hospital and Rehabilitation Centre for Children Feeding Clinic

Qualifications

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited university program in Occupational Therapy
  

Professional:

• Possess and maintains licensure with the College of Occupational Therapists of Manitoba (COTM) and is a member in good standing
• Member of or eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT)
• Member of or eligible for membership in the Manitoba Society of Occupational Therapists (MSOT)
  

Clinical:

• Experience in the area of developmental disabilities or a background in neurology is required
• Experience in the area of the Autism Spectrum is an asset
• Experience in Pediatrics is essential
• Experience in the provision of special devices, and technology is an asset
• Knowledgeable of the history of service to people with disabilities, current trends, philosophies and practices concerning care, education and lifestyles
• Ability to understand, support and practice interdisciplinary teamwork to provide service in the clinical, educational or living environments of the person with a developmental disability
• Ability to manage and define a service plan with individual and care givers
• Knowledge of direct, mediated, and consultative models of practice and ability to apply these according to program protocol
• Understand own clinical limitations and seek support and consultation for clinical activities to do “no harm”
• Prioritize, structure, and manage scheduling caseload(s) effectively to achieve targeted outcomes
  

Personal:

• Able to identify high risk situations and respond appropriately
• Able to demonstrate behavior consistent with the Mission and Values of St.Amant
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Good computer skills
• Able to conceptualize and implement innovative/creative responses to client needs within available resources
• Ability to provide education and training in public forums
• Knowledgeable of the concepts of Quality Improvement (QI) and ability to implement services consistent with those concepts in a complex environment
• Positive, energetic, self-directed and client focused
• Ability to serve as a model in cooperative teamwork, conflict resolution and process improvement
• Ability to work harmoniously and contribute to effective employee relationships
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours as necessary
• Possess a valid Manitoba driver's license and a vehicle
• Proficiency in a Microsoft Office environment
• Possess emotional stability
• Project a professional image
• Possess the physical ability to perform the duties of the position

Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Care Management:

The Occupational Therapist will develop and implement a plan for services while ensuring adherence to St.Amant Mission and Values, policies and professional regulations.

Duties include:

• Assess and document the clients' physical, sensory, cognitive and social needs and abilities; develop and implement appropriate treatment interventions
• Integrate treatment goals and interventions that align with age-appropriate programming and the home living environments
• Provide necessary demonstrations and training to individuals and care givers who will be carrying out Occupational Therapy recommendations
• Ensure the provision of special devices and technology by working in consultation with funding agencies, commercial dealers, rehabilitation engineers and orthotics as required
• Provide for the maintenance and modification of special devices/technology by monitoring equipment and working with the Clinical Assistants, technicians or external service providers
• Develop and monitor individualized or group programs/procedures
• Ensure the involvement of an individual's support network including direct care givers and family members (where applicable) in the assessment and intervention process
• Ensure there is appropriate consent related to intervention and exchange of information and reviews this regularly
• Ensure that a service plan and timelines are specified for the intervention/transition process
• Consult effectively with other supports and services to ensure coordination of planning
• Document and maintain client files in a format consistent manner with program protocol and timelines
• Ensure clinical outcomes are monitored, documented and shared
• Report and document all high risk or potentially high-risk situation according to Policy
• Evaluate new products and equipment to meet client specific needs
• Develop or construct material for client use or supervise a Clinical Assistant or Technician (where applicable) assigned to this function
• Develop clinical specialties/competencies in accordance with priority needs of the clients
• Incorporate a research informed approach towards the delivery of service

The above information is intended to describe the general nature of this position and is not considered to be a complete statement of duties and responsibilities. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned provided they are consistent with the qualifications identified and fall within the parameters of this role.

We offer a competitive wage, comprehensive benefits package that includes Health & Dental Plans, Life Insurance Plans, Long Term Disability, Employer Paid-Employee Assistance Plan, and Employer-Matched Pension Plan

St.Amant is a bilingual organization. Proficiency in both official languages (French/English) would be considered an asset.

St.Amant supports equitable employment practices and promotes an inclusive workforce representative of the people we support including diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, and identities. Applicants can request reasonable accommodations in all aspects of the selection and hiring process.

As a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening, Adult Abuse Registry Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Prior Contact Check.

As a Condition of Employment, new hires must complete a series of Occupational Health checks. This includes the requirement to confirm immunization or immunity of specific communicable diseases.