Occupational therapist - community

Job Description

Overview
Join our High Intensity Supports at Home (HISH) program, delivering community-based care to patients transitioning from hospital or waiting in the community for long term care admission!
Full time and Part Time new hires will be eligible for a Recruitment Bonus
If you are looking for flexible scheduling, look no more. Care Partners can provide you with more time for a better work-life balance!
We are currently looking for someone to join our dynamic Rehabilitation Team in the role of Occupational therapist. We are actively expanding our therapy/rehabilitation program and are looking for professionals who want to be a part of this exciting growth. 
Here at Care Partners our therapists follow a self-scheduling model. If you have capacity to take on a few patients or more than a few, let's talk!

What We Offer Competitive salary, comprehensive health and dental benefits
Employment perks such as Employee Assistance Program, Perkopolis, Rewards Points
Flexible scheduling supporting employee work life balance
Inspiring leadership and opportunities for professional growth
Supportive & dedicated Safety Health & Wellness team & Pandemic Response team
Interprofessional collaboration with our Professional Practice Research & Education Team
What The Role Involves
Our Occupational Therapists provide a critical role in providing high quality patient care Provides coordination, supervision, and coaching to the Community Support Workers in the field
Professional assessment of patients in the community and in their homes
Develops and maintains an effective Care Plan with respect to Community Health Services, independently or in cooperation with the Ontario Health at Home
Works with the patient on appropriate time-specific, measurable goals and outcomes in collaboration with the care team
Works independently and as an integral member of an interdisciplinary care team
Provides active guidance for workplace Health and Safety
Performs other duties as required
What You Bring Master’s Degree (or equivalent) degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognized university
Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
Proven computer skills, including email, MS Word and Outlook, work scheduling systems
Strong assessment skills and the ability to participate in effective treatment programs
Provide one-on-one therapeutic support with clients
Promotes independence of the client in the home and in the community
A reliable vehicle for some regular travel
Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
French language skills are an asset
Clear Background and Vulnerable Sector Check
ADP Authorizers are considered an asset 
Care Partners In Your Community
In addition to providing home-based health care, Care Partners also serves the community through clinics, transitional care units, and provides relief in retirement homes and shared care settings. Through our Community Nursing Services outreach program, we’ve been organizing staff-led medical care and clinics in countries with poor access to health care since 2009.

Accessibility
Care Partners welcomes and encourages applicants from people with disabilities. Candidates can request accommodations at any time in the hiring process.