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Title posted on Jobillico - OSSTF - Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy Assistant (CTN) - (Permanent Part- Time)
Posted on October 31, 2024 by Employer details York Catholic District School Board
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<p> <p>YORK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD <p>Invites applications for the position of: <p>Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy Assistant <p>(1) Permanent Part-Time Position (0.5 FTE) <p>OSSTF-PSSP 1 - $25,157.50 to $38,725 per annum <p> <p>This position is subject to funding from the Children's Treatment Network (CTN). <p> <p>Position Summary: <p>Under the direction of the Manager of Occupational and Physical Therapy Services, the Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy Assistant (OTA/PTA) would be responsible for the following: maintaining the Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy (OTPT) loan equipment and department resources in good working order; assisting therapists to provide effective support to school teams for students to participate in school programming. <p>Major Responsibilities: <p><p> Handle OTPT equipment loan inventory and maintain an asset management database. <p> Inspect the safety of OTPT equipment prior to loan/use, make simple repairs, and arrange for repairs, as needed. <p> Monitor selected SEA equipment re-assignments (e.g. standers, change tables) and support Occupational and Physical Therapy Services staff members with ongoing lending and return of equipment for SEA trial purposes. <p> Organize, maintain and clean OT/PT equipment and storage areas. <p> Schedule and attend equipment inspection of OTPT loan equipment. <p> Assist school administrators with problem-solving when school-based equipment that lifts students is tagged for repair. <p> Assist with identifying equipment best suited to student?s needs, at the request of therapists in Occupational and Physical Therapy Services. <p> Obtain appropriate equipment and supplies for Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy Services, in collaboration with Purchasing Services. <p> Prepare materials/resources to outline Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy recommendations for school teams e.g., photographs, videos, visuals to demonstrate appropriate positioning. <p> Provide follow up school visits to train school staff in routine physical management techniques as requested and supervised by a therapist in Occupational and Physical Therapy Services. <p> Provide instruction of school staff regarding safe use of loaned equipment e.g., wheelchair.<p> Visit York Region based community locations to determine physical barriers and evaluate accessibility prior to student or class use of the site and support schools to plan outings to accommodate students with mobility devices. <p> Perform therapy related administrative duties (e.g. photocopying, material organizing, filing) to track and maintain consumable therapy supplies (e.g. test protocols) and professional resources e.g., SharePoint, library. <p> Assist with the determination of accessibility needs and use of equipment in alternative settings for school programming (school trips, arts camp, etc). <p> Demonstrate accountability for professional practice standards and in accordance with established Board policies and procedures. <p> Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Occupational and Physical Therapy Services. <p><p><p> Qualifications and Experience: <p><p> Graduate of a recognized 2 year Occupational Therapy Assistant or Physiotherapy Assistant program, or other equivalent program. <p> Minimum six months related experience. <p> Is in good physical condition to be able to handle moving large equipment, e.g. standers, change tables. <p> A good working knowledge of computers and Board approved/implemented software is required. <p> Proficient verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills are required. Must possess a valid Ontario Driver?s License and have access to own transportation. <p><p><p>Interested applicants may apply until the close of business on November 6, 2024. <p>Thank you for your application.<p>We appreciate your interest in the York Catholic District School Board, however, only applicants selected to continue to the interview process will be contacted by Human Resour- LocationAurora, ON
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- SalaryNot available
- Terms of employment Part time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source Jobillico #14766668
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