Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist at Bayshore HealthCare

Make “being the difference” your Career. Bayshore HealthCare is one of Canada’s leading providers of home and community health care services and is a privately owned company. Bayshore HealthCare is proud to showcase its achievement as a Platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program every year since 2006. In 2015, Bayshore achieved the designation for Best Practice Spotlight Organization from the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario. Bayshore Healthcare is also recognized as Canada’s Best Employers in Forbes 2023 list.

Bayshore Home Care Solutions, Kitchener Branch, seeks an Occupational Therapist to join our growing team.

This is a permanent position, available as a Casual Employee or Independent Contractor, offering a community work environment with a mix of in-person and virtual client visits. Enjoy a flexible “make your own” schedule, working Monday - Friday, Weekends, or a combination of both. The scheduling area includes Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, and Wellington County.

Rate Of Pay:

• Employee - $77.50 per visit + sick, vacation, RRSP, Health Benefits
• Independent Contractor - $87.50 per visit

Bayshore is a health care provider full of heart. We believe in creating special moments for our clients every day and in providing you flexibility for your work, as well as opportunities for learning and growth by using a wide range of your Occupational Therapy skills in a community setting.

What You'll Do

The Occupational Therapist, under the direction of the Clinical Manager, is responsible for completing professional activities including assessment, treatment, education, referrals for service, and management of clients requiring social work intervention, in accordance with professional standards.

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the assessment of clients, establishment and ongoing evaluation and revision of treatment programs, including goals and discharge plans.
• Maintains current accurate clinical records according to standards set by the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. Documents assessment results, goals, treatment, client progress, and discharge plans.
• Collaborates with other members of the health team as needed.
• Communicates pertinent information and recommendations to clients/care providers and provides education regarding treatment strategies as needed.
• Observes the performance of those assisting in the Occupational Therapy program and provides guidance as necessary.

Other Responsibilities:

• Maintain active standing in the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
• Participate in ongoing internal and/or external education activities.
• Adhere to Bayshore Therapy & Rehab Policies and Procedures.
• Participate in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company's Quality Management System.
• Participate in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties. Responsible to notify immediate Supervisor of any Health & Safety risks or concerns.
• Maintain confidentiality of client and corporate information and discusses same only with appropriate Bayshore personnel.
• Complete other tasks as requested.

Qualifications

Education:

• Master's Degree or recognized equivalent in Occupational Therapy.
• Registered and in good standing with provincial College of Occupational Therapists.

Experience:

• One year providing Occupational Therapy services and experience with in-home assessments and treatments is an asset.
• Driver's license and reliable vehicle.

Bayshore is committed to a high quality and safe environment for both our staff and clients/patients. Dependent upon Provincial government regulations, and the position being applied for, new hires may be required to provide proof of vaccination against illnesses such as COVID-19, Hepatitis, Seasonal Flu, etc. Please speak with the recruiter for Provincial and/or position specific requirements. Medical exemptions or any based upon Human Rights Code criteria will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

“At Bayshore Healthcare, our commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is our strength. This is how we bring our vision of being the difference in the lives of those we care for, work with and in our communities. We have a great sense of pride in creating a culture of belonging, where individual differences are embraced and celebrated, through programs, resources and policies that support each individual’s purpose, potential and wellbeing.”

At Bayshore Healthcare Ltd., and its subsidiaries, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and operate in full compliance with all Provincial and Territorial legislation pertaining to Human Rights Codes and Accessibility requirements. To ensure continued compliance throughout the recruitment and selection process, we encourage candidates to disclose any accommodation needs they may have.

Key skills/competency

• Occupational Therapy
• Client Assessment
• Treatment Planning
• Client Education
• Clinical Documentation
• Community Health
• Team Collaboration
• Flexible Scheduling
• Home Care
• Professional Standards