Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist

Inglewood Care Centre, West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada 
Temporary

About the Role  

The Occupational Therapist contributes to the wellness philosophy of Baptist Housing Communities, provides initial assessments, consultations and recommendations regarding the resident’s physical and functional abilities. The Occupational Therapist contributes to the Musculo Skeletal Injury Prevention (MSIP) program for the team members of the Residence and participates as a member of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Team to review team member injuries.

Please note that this is a temporary one-year contract position.

Responsibilities:  

Team Leadership

• Provides work direction and supervision to the Rehabilitation Assistant. Monitors and evaluates performance of Rehabilitation Assistant on ongoing basis.
• Contributes to the MSIP program by participating as a member of the OHS Team to review team member incident/accident reports, identify incident report trends and provide input to risk identification and reduction.
• Works with clinical education team to plan and present in-services to promote musculo-skeletal injury prevention for team members and residents.
• Promotes by example and by assisting team members, awareness of safe transfer and lifting techniques, including correct usage of transfer and lifting equipment.
• Provides consultation and support to team members returning to work post workplace injury as required.
• Promotes ergonomic consideration in physical planning of work and living space.

Program Leadership and resident Support

• Provides assessment, consultation and recommendations regarding resident mobility, equipment needs and risk management.
• Offers therapy / therapeutic programs to residents.
• Documents assessments and therapies using the assigned DAR format.
• Works collaboratively with residents and their families in equipment rentals or purchases.
• Encourages residents and team members to seek professional services or access community resources as appropriate.
• Promotes resident’s ability of choices / managed risk.

Networks and Relationships

• Works in collaboration with external partners as appropriate (i.e., DVA, other ministry funding sources, etc.).
• Establishes and maintains interpersonal relationships with residents, team members and partners as required.
• Contributes as a member of the administrative team and the therapy team.
• Maintains relationships with professional peers in the long term care community.

Health and Safety

• Establishes influences and supports a culture of health and safety.
• Demonstrates safe working practice and encourages other team members to work safely.
• Takes initiative and makes suggestions for health and safety improvements in the workplace.
• Ensures discussions regarding safety topics are a regular part of team meetings.
• Responds appropriately to changing and/or emergency situations in a calm, reassuring manner.

As an Ambassador of Baptist Housing:

• Models the organizational values.
• Demonstrates a consistent example of Servant Leadership by serving the needs of others.
• Fosters and maintains positive, collaborative relationships with residents, team members, Families and Partners.

Education and Competencies Required:

Skills and Competencies

• Demonstrates a personal alignment with Baptist Housing values and displays an attitude of genuineness, empathy, compassion, respect and understanding.
• Loves the elderly and demonstrates an understanding of the unique needs of seniors.
• Has the desire to serve.
• Has a positive “can do” attitude.
• Is flexible and adaptable to change.
• Must display strong leadership skills, the ability to provide direction and motivate team members.
• Must demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and oral, as well as negotiating ability.
• Acts at all times in the best interests of the organization.
• Demonstrates an attitude of respect for each person’s individuality, dignity and right to refusal, and confidentiality.
• Current knowledge of physiological changes of geriatric population.
• Knowledge of altered cognitive function (particularly various dementias).
• Facilitation skills.
• Excellent communication and observation skills
• Knowledge of managed risk process in response to resident / significant other’s choices.
• Knowledge of assistive equipment.
• Knowledge of computerized and other health related information systems.
• Knowledge of the legal aspects of documentation.

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy with 3-5 years of OT experience in seniors’ care, or Bachelor’s degree with equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience using progressive and innovative approaches to gerontological rehabilitation and maintenance of strength.
• Current registration with governing body in British Columbia.

Compensation and Benefits :  

An hourly wage between $45.15 - $56.17. 

Baptist Housing Careers :

Our Promise  

At Baptist Housing, every day is an opportunity for you to help our seniors experience life well in supportive communities. As a member of our team, you can experience a fulfilling career while working in a collaborative environment where support for you is prioritized. Joining Baptist Housing means becoming a part of a committed and compassionate team that strives to create a warm and relational community where you can confidently bring your whole self to work, knowing that your contributions are valued and recognized. Our people and our values are what set us apart, and together we make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. 

Why Work at Baptist Housing?  

• Meaningful Service : Your work matters! You can make a real impact on the lives of our residents. Your role is both fulfilling and purposeful. 
• Supportive & Fun Community: We're more than colleagues. Experience a supportive, safe and fun environment where we take our work seriously, but not ourselves. 
• Recognition & Appreciation: Experience appreciation events and receive recognition awards through our team programs