Occupational Therapist

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In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process upon request, based on any Code-protected ground.

Hillsdale Estates
This position is located at Hillsdale Estates in Oshawa, Ontario.

Occupational Therapist, LTC
As an integral member of our interdisciplinary care team, the Occupational Therapist will play a key role in supporting residents' functional abilities, safety, and overall quality of life.

The incumbent will:

- Perform comprehensive assessments and develop, implement and evaluate individualized treatment plans for residents
- Document all treatment and intervention plans in Point Click Care (PCC) and Point of Care (POC) using interRAI LTCF
- Assess, recommend and provide adaptive equipment as required (e.g., wheelchairs, seating, orthotics/splinting and assistive devices)
- Assess residents requiring mobility aids for seating/positioning and complete Assistive Devices Program (ADP) applications
- Assess and provide therapeutic surfaces and pressure relieving devices to support wound management and prevention
- Utilize ActivityPro as a documentation tool to track OT programming and evaluate Therapeutic Dining Programs
- Provide staff training and education related to lift and transfer techniques, safe resident handling, therapeutic surfaces, seating for wound management, least restraint practices, orientation, and more
- Complete Cognitive Competency Tests to assess residents' cognitive abilities and their potential for participation in daily functional activities
- Maintain current information and databases related to mobility aids and vendors
- Develop, evaluate and facilitate small group programs (e.g. cognitive groups, fine motor groups, etc.), ensuring program descriptions are developed and kept up to date
- Use a variety of therapeutic modalities to promote independence in daily activities such as eating, dressing and mobility
- Liaise with family members to support understanding of residents' ongoing therapy needs

The successful applicant will have:

- A degree in Occupational Therapy, along with registration in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
- ADP (Assistive Devices Program) Authorizer status from the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care; those who are eligible to apply for ADP Authorizer status may also be considered and would be required to obtain it in advance of their start date as a condition of employment
- A couple of years of experience as an Occupational Therapist, preferably in a long term care or geriatric setting
- Solid knowledge of occupational therapy assessment techniques, therapeutic modalities, and clinical applications
- Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills, with a resident-centred approach
- The ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary resident care team
- Proficiency in MS Office applications and experience working with an electronic Health Care Record (eHCR)
- A demonstrated ability to provide high quality, equitable and accessible service, with a willingness to adapt programs to meet diverse needs
- Strong organizational skills, including the ability to work independently, manage time effectively, set priorities and consistently complete work with accuracy
- Membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists and/or the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists (O.S.O.T.) would be considered assets


CUPE 1764 Salary Grade 9
This position is with Salary Grade 9 and will be paid at the following hourly rates:

- Start: $55.63 - Six Month: $58.72 - Job: $61.81

Conditions of Employment
All applicants are expected to comply with the Region of Durham's Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct Policies throughout the recruitment process. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check dated within six (6) months from date of hire. Additionally, tuberculosis screening will be required in accordance with the FLTC Act (O.Reg. 246/22). Proof of education, qualifications and any other job bona fide requirements will also be collected. Finally, compliance with the Mask Fit Testing Program is required and will be coordinated as part of the orientation process.

External Application Process
Come find a home where exciting and rewarding careers are balanced with your lifestyle. We thank all applicants; however, only those being considered will be contacted. Please apply online (www.durham.ca) no later than midnight (Eastern Standard Time) on the closing date indicated on the Job Posting.

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