Physical Therapist-Physical Therapy

Amant supports over 5,000 people in Manitoba with developmental disabilities, autism and acquired brain injury. We are a not-for-profit organization that offers a wide range of supports for adults, children and their families. Amant is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility where everyone is respected, valued, and empowered to bring their authentic selves–free from fear of discrimination–while celebrating the diverse identities and experiences that enrich our community. Work takes place with the Outreach Therapy for Children (OTC) program, within Clinical Services, which is part of the Children's Therapy Network of Manitoba (CTNM).

Amant is fully accredited and offers outreach and residential services to individuals with developmental disabilities and Autism. Amant utilizes an interdisciplinary team approach, drawing on a full range of professional services, to assist individuals to achieve and maintain optimal levels of personal development and independence.

The Physiotherapist provides service in accordance with the Mission and Values of St.Amant, policies and procedures of Clinical Services, external legislation, regulatory bodies and all relevant professional standards of practice. The Physiotherapist is familiar with and promotes a “customer service focus” in the provision of service to clients, staff and in other professional relationships.

The Physiotherapist performs all duties professionally, ethically and with integrity. The Physiotherapist takes an active role and personal responsibility for continuous learning to promote knowledge and best practices. The Physiotherapist participates in staff development opportuneness, research and maintains all professional registrations and continuing education requirements.

Graduate of an accredited university program in Physiotherapy

Possess and maintains licensure with the College of Physiotherapists of Manitoba and is a member in good standing

Member of or eligible for membership in the Canadian Physiotherapy Association Clinical :

Experience in the area of developmental disabilities or a background in neurology is an asset

Experience in the provision of special devices, especially in seating and mobility is an asset

Knowledgeable of the history of service to people with disabilities, current trends, philosophies and practices concerning care, education and lifestyles

Ability to understand, support and practice interdisciplinary teamwork in order to provide service in the clinical, educational or living environments of the person with a developmental disability

Knowledge of direct, mediated, and consultative models of practice and ability to apply these according to program protocol

Personal:

Able to identify high risk situations and respond appropriately

Able to conceptualize and implement innovative/creative responses to client needs within available resources

Ability to provide education and training in public forums

Knowledgeable of the concepts of Quality Improvement (QI) and ability to implement services consistent with those concepts in a complex environment

Ability to serve as a model in cooperative teamwork, conflict resolution and process improvement

Ability to travel and work flexible hours as necessary

Successful completion of a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Abuse Registry check and Prior Contact Check is required

Proficiency in a Microsoft Office environment

Project a professional image

The Physiotherapist will develop and implement a plan for services while ensuring adherence to St.Amant Mission and Values, policies and professional regulations.

Integrates treatment goals and interventions that align with educational / vocational programming and the home living environments

Provides necessary demonstration and training to individuals and care givers who will be carrying out gross motor or other Physiotherapy related activities

Ensures the provision of special devices and orthotic equipment by working in consultation with funding agencies, commercial dealers, rehabilitation engineers and orthotics as required

Provides for the maintenance and modification of special devices by monitoring equipment and working with the special devices technician or eternal service providers

Provides assessment and follows up on orthopedic problems by regularly monitoring and recommending referral to orthopedic specialists as indicated.

Ensures the involvement of an individual's support network including direct care givers and family members (where applicable) in the assessment and intervention process

Consults effectively with other supports and services to ensure coordination of planning

Reports and documents all high risk or potentially high-risk situation according to Policy

Develops or constructs material for client use or supervise a Clinical Assistant or Technician (where applicable) assigned to this function

Amant is a bilingual organization. Proficiency in both official languages (French/English) would be considered an asset.

As a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening, Adult Abuse Registry Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Prior Contact Check.

As a Condition of Employment, new hires must complete a series of Occupational Health checks. This includes the requirement to confirm immunization or immunity of specific communicable diseases. Successful applicants will also be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination prior to start date.