Job Description

Hillel Lodge - Ottawa Jewish Home for the Aged is now hiring for the following position:

RESTORATIVE CARE / PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSISTANT

Position type: Temporary Part-Time (1 day / week)

Under the general direction of the supervising Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist, you will provide restorative treatment plans to the residents according to the policies and procedures of Hillel Lodge.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implements individual therapy treatment prescribed by the Occupational Therapist, or Physiotherapist. These activities may include but not be limited to active and passive ROM, and application of hot/cold packs. Facilitation of therapeutic ambulation, cognitive and perceptual stimulation, sensory stimulation, and exercises.
• Assists nursing staff with transfers, and repositioning of clients as required.
• Conducts group therapy (exercise, cognitive and sensory stimulation).
• Assists with transporting residents to exercise groups.
• Ensures the health and safety of residents, staff, volunteers and visitors by ensuring that safe practices and proper procedures are communicated, followed, and implemented.
• Identifies residents who would benefit from an OT or PT assessment.
• Assists residents with walking programs.
• Attends regular meetings with supervising therapists.
• Documentation of quarterly reviews.
• Instruct the resident in the use of his/her assistive devices and support the resident.
• Assists the staff in carrying out treatment plans for residents to carry over skills such as walking, transfers and self-feeding.
• Attends Resident Care Conferences and the Multi-Disciplinary Assessment Committee, as needed.
• Provides written report to Social Work to present at family conferences when unable to attend.
• Maintain and clean wheelchairs
• Maintain wheelchair inventory and match residents to wheelchairs based on size and needs
• Keeps therapeutic service room clean and organized.
• Keeps storage room clean and organized.
• Asks appropriate disciplines to reassess the resident as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Physical Therapist Assistant Diploma (PTA) and/or Occupational Therapist Assistant Diploma (OTA).
• 6 months of work experience in a related occupation
• Able to work independently, and as part of a team.
• Able to receive and follow Supervisor’s direction.
• Relevant work experience in long-term care, healthcare, or hospitality preferred.
• General computer skills
• Good command of the English language, (Read, write, speak)
• Organizational, planning, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
• Physical requirements: significant time spent standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling and lifting weights of 10 lbs or greater.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Interested applicants should apply electronically with their current resume along with a cover letter explaining how they meet the requirements of the role. Where notified in advance, Hillel Lodge will accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Proof of TB and COVID-19 Immunization (Dose #3) and a Vulnerable Sector Police background check will be required prior to hire. Although we appreciate all interest, only those candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

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ABOUT HILLEL LODGE

Located in the West end of Ottawa, Hillel Lodge has served as a home for individuals needing long-term personal care since it officially opened its doors in 1965. With a current complement of 121 beds and housed within a thriving 13-acre Jewish Community Campus, we provide a wide range of programming and events to meet the diverse needs of our residents, their families, and the larger community we serve.

Our Mission: Our mission is to provide compassionate long-term care that empowers residents to lead full and engaged lives in a welcoming Jewish environment.

Our Vision: The Lodge will continually strive to be at the forefront of person-centered long-term care.

Our Values:

• Compassion and Caring
• Dignity and Respect
• Collaboration and Teamwork
• Excellence and Innovation
• Integrity and Accountability

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Part-time hours: 7 per week

Salary: $23.36 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Employee assistance program
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift

COVID-19 considerations:
All candidates attending in-person interviews will be required to pass a standard COVID-19 screening questionnaire, per Ontario Ministry of Health, prior to admittance to our facility.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ottawa, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Experience:

• Physiotherapy or related: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• PTA and/or OTA Diploma (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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