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Adjuvant (Therapy Assistant)Durham Region • Oshawa, ON, Canada
Adjuvant (Therapy Assistant)

Adjuvant (Therapy Assistant)

Durham Region • Oshawa, ON, Canada
9 days ago
Salary
CA$32.35 hourly
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

The Region of Durham is committed to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion within our organization and the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from people who are Indigenous, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, members of LGBTQ2S+ communities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of our workforce, including those who experience systemic barriers.

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

Therapy Assistant
The incumbent will:

- Develop and implement client activation programs
- Carry out individual therapeutic programs as per the direction of the Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist
- Participate in care planning, evaluation and documentation
- Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Be able to work occasional evenings and weekends as required

The successful applicant will possess:

- A Certificate in Activation Techniques in Gerontology or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Previous experience in a long term care environment is preferred
- Demonstrated knowledge of and compliance with safe work practices
- Proven communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to follow both oral and written instructions
- A demonstrated ability to provide high-quality service with consideration for equity and accessibility
- Physical ability to perform the essential duties of the job

Therapy Assistant Salary Information
- The hourly rate range for this position is $32.35 to $33.45.

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.

The Region of Durham is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If contacted for an employment opportunity and you require accommodation, or if this information is required in an accessible format, please contact us at: RecruitingHelp@durham.ca and a Recruiter will provide appropriate assistance pursuant to the Region¿s Accommodation and Accessibility policies. Please note that resumes should not be sent to RecruitingHelp@durham.ca.
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The Region of Durham may utilize artificial intelligence to assist in the preliminary assessment of applicant qualifications and submitted materials. These tools are used for the purpose of supporting and enhancing an evaluation by a human decision-maker and any information provided by AI to a human decision-maker is not determinative. Final decisions are made solely by authorized human decision-makers.

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