Physiotherapist (OTC Program) - 0.5 Term

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-centered 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.

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.

Position Summary and Scope of Service

This position could be comprised of pediatric clients. Work takes place with the Outreach Therapy for Children (OTC) program, within Clinical Services, which is part of the Children's Therapy Network of Manitoba (CTNM).

St.Amant is fully accredited and offers outreach and residential services to individuals with developmental disabilities and Autism. St.Amant utilizes an interdisciplinary team approach, drawing on a full range of professional services, to assist individuals to achieve and maintain optimal levels of personal development and independence.

The Physiotherapist provides service in accordance with the Mission and Values of St.Amant, policies and procedures of Clinical Services, external legislation, regulatory bodies and all relevant professional standards of practice. The Physiotherapist is familiar with and promotes a “customer service focus” in the provision of service to clients, staff and in other professional relationships.

The Physiotherapist performs all duties professionally, ethically and with integrity. The Physiotherapist takes an active role and personal responsibility for continuous learning to promote knowledge and best practices. The Physiotherapist participates in staff development opportuneness, research and maintains all professional registrations and continuing education requirements.

Qualifications

Education and Professional :

• Graduate of an accredited university program in Physiotherapy
• Possess and maintains licensure with the College of Physiotherapists of Manitoba and is a member in good standing
• Member of or eligible for membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association

Clinical :

Personal :

Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Care Management :

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

Duties include :

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.

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. Successful applicants will also be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to start date.