Program Consultant, Rehabilitation Aide

Overview We are seeking a highly qualified occupational therapist, physiotherapist, or recreational therapist to serve as a specialized consultant for our Rehabilitation Assistant program. This contract assignment focuses on the program's technical and physical infrastructure to ensure our lab facilities meet provincial accreditation standards and industry best practices. The successful consultant will evaluate our current capacity to deliver high-quality, hands‑on training for students entering the physical and rehabilitation therapy support sectors.

Project Responsibilities And Scope Of Service

Facility Audit: Perform a comprehensive physical or virtual walkthrough of the existing laboratory and classroom spaces designated for the Rehabilitation Assistant program.

Standard Alignment: Evaluate the lab environment against required standards of practice.

Gap Analysis: Identify discrepancies between the current facility/inventory and the requirements for modern clinical training (e.g., mobility aids, exercise equipment, etc.)

Technical Consultation: Provide subject matter expertise on the spatial layout required for safe and effective clinical training.

Project Deliverables A narrative report inclusive of the following information:

Lab Space Assessment & Requirements:

A detailed evaluation of the current square footage, lighting, plumbing, and storage needs for the laboratory space for the Rehabilitation Assistant program.

A list of structural or environmental requirements (e.g., privacy curtains, sink placement, floor clearings for mobility devices).

Equipment Audit and Requirements:

An itemized assessment of the condition and relevance of existing equipment (beds, wheelchairs, etc.) and their associated costs.

A prioritized list of additional equipment needed to launch or improve the program.

Specific technical specifications for equipment to ensure it matches current clinical workplace standards.

Qualifications

Professional Designation: Must be a registered Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, or Physiotherapist with a minimum of 5 years of professional experience.

Academic/Vocational Experience: Prior experience in curriculum development or lab design for private vocational colleges or public post-secondary institutions is highly preferred.

Detail‑Oriented: Ability to provide highly specific equipment lists that align with budgetary and pedagogical goals.

Type: Contract

Location: Remote and Winnipeg or surrounding areas (must be available to conduct on‑campus audit)

Hours: 15 hours

Contract Start Date: ASAP

Project Rate: Negotiable

Why Work with Us Education Canada Group (the parent company of Robertson College) is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our inclusive work environment and encourage people from all walks of life to apply. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. We embrace our team's differences and know that diversity in our team is the strength that drives our success. We want you to feel welcomed, energized, challenged, and engaged while having fun.

If you would like to request reasonable accommodations for the interview process, please let us know.

As a company, we are committed to uplifting indigenous voices, respecting traditional lands, raising awareness and working in collaboration with Indigenous partners in the spirit of reconciliation.

We acknowledge that our campus located in Winnipeg is on Treaty 1 territory, the traditional lands and waters of Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininiwak, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We acknowledge that our water is sourced from Shoal Lake 40 First Nation located on Treaty 3.

In Alberta, we acknowledge Robertson College is on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy, the Tsuut’ina, the Iyarhe Nakoda Nations, the Métis Nation (Region 3), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.

In Edmonton on Treaty 6 territory, a traditional gathering place, traveling route and home for many Indigenous Peoples including the Nehiyawak/Cree, Tsuut’ina, Niitsitapi/Blackfoot, Métis, Nakota Sioux, Haudenosaunee/Iroquois, Dene Suliné, Anishinaabe/Ojibway/Saulteaux, and the Inuk/Inuit.

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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