About The Role

Work Location: AgeCare Shawnee

Adress: 50 Shawnee St SW, Calgary, AB T2Y 1E5
Employment Type: Temporary Part time to Full Time

Expected End Date: 2027 May

The Opportunity

The Occupational Therapist assesses, plans, implements and evaluates occupational therapy directed towards residents’ restoration/maintenance of an optimal level of independence, prevention of further disability and achievement of purposeful engagement within their environment.

Key Responsibilities

Assesses and reassesses residents to identify their issues/challenges and to determine rehabilitation needs
Establishes resident’s goals, develops and documents individual care and treatment plans
Maintains on-going communication with other members of the multidisciplinary team in order to maintain a consistent care program for the residents
Maintains residents’ statistics
Develops reviews and updates policies and procedures for the Rehabilitation Department
May be assigned to orient or supervise employees or volunteers
Ensures that equipment and conditions within the department are conducive to a safe working environment of residents and staff

Qualifications

Graduate of an approved school of Occupational Therapy
Must be eligible for membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists and a registered member of the Alberta Association of Registered Occupational Therapists
AADL Authorizer status is an asset
Experience with MDS and/or RAI
Occupational Therapy experience in long term care preferred
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrates a caring, empathetic attitude in a professional, mature manner
Good organizational and time management skills

If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us!