Occupational Therapist
Occup Therapist NW_99

Position Summary: The Occupational Therapist is responsible for the coordination and provision of occupational therapy (OT) services to clients in facilities and communities within the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority (IERHA) in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team and external agencies/services. The primary goals are the promotion of health and preservation or restoration of function needed by individuals to maintain or increase independence within their home or community. The OT practice will be based upon a client centered approach that emphasizes the involvement of clients in defining what optimal health and functioning means to them. The incumbent may contribute to research. The incumbent demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability. The position of Occupational Therapist functions in a manner consistent with, and supports the Mission, Vision and Values of the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority.

Qualifications:

• Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy preferred
• Current registration and a member in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists in Manitoba required
• Eligible to practice and maintain licensure in Manitoba
• Membership with the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapy preferred.
• Knowledge of computer systems and current and related software applications..
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem solving, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships and to work in a multidisciplinary team based working environment.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently in a self-directed manner and as a team member in a variety of environments.
• Skilled ability in assessment, identification, and treatment of clients of varying ages and with diverse diagnoses.
• Mental and physical health to meet the demands of the job required.
• Province of Manitoba Class V driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
• Satisfactory employment record.
  

Internal applicants must include a current resume with application upon change of  department, site, program and or classification.

As a condition of employment, all successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check (with vulnerable sector screening), adult abuse and child abuse registry checks prior to commencing employment.

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people at all levels within our workforce. We encourage successful Indigenous individuals to self-declare by completing a voluntary self-declaration as part of the application process.

Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to communicate in more than one language would be considered an asset. Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. Accessibility accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

All health care workers are required to be immunized as a condition of employment in accordance with the Interlake-Eastern RHA Policy (GA-13-P-110 Required Immunizations for Health Care Workers).

The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority delivers health-care services on First Nation Treaty Territories 1, 2, 3 and 5 and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. We respect that First Nations treaties were made on these territories, acknowledge harms and mistakes, and we dedicate ourselves to collaborate in partnership with First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in the spirit of reconciliation.