Occupational Therapist - Chatham-Kent Family Health Team (Chatham)

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Educates and counsels family members and caregivers regarding the impact of disability, injury or disease on the individual and their potential role within the recovery process
• Educates and counsels to promote function and independence including health promotion and injury prevention
  Assesses physical, emotional, and cognitive functioning with environmental considerations
• Provides evaluation and follow-up services for individuals of all ages who have sustained traumatic injuries resulting in cognitive, physical, behavioral and/or psychological challenges
• Evaluates cognitive and/or perceptual abilities
• Conducts clinical observations of gross and fine motor, visual-perceptual-motor, and in-hand manipulation
• Conducts mobility assessments and Assistive Device Program assessments
• Evaluates the home, and work to assess the need for specialized equipment modifications and/or supports
• Provides individualized treatment plans to develop, maintain, or augment function using evidence-based treatment modalities
  Implements treatment plans and programs including but not limited to home modifications, mobility devices, falls prevention, caregiver support and education
• Prescribes specialized adaptive equipment and teaches proper usage
• Collaborates with other health care professionals and community service providers to promote comprehensive and coordinated care
• Shares results of assessment and intervention with referring physicians and other Team clinicians as requested within a specified timeframe
• Recommends and arranges for specialist referrals and appointments in consultation with physician(s)
• Facilitates referrals to other services as well as communication and networking between the primary care practice and hospital or home care
• Maintains relationships with networks, related professional organizations and other related service providers
• Exercises reasonable care and caution in protecting confidential and sensitive information related to clients and personnel
• Participates as a clinical team member in the development and delivery of targeted programs
• Actively participates in clinical programs and services (including occasional evenings and weekends requirements)
• Participates in the development, planning, and evaluation of the programs and services of the FHT
• Undertakes home visits when required
• Promotes awareness of the FHT services and programs to patients and community residents alike
• Must be willing to travel to all CKFHT sites, when require

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Completion of appropriate academic preparation (e.g. B.Sc.)
• Must be ADP Certified
• Membership with The Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists and evidence of liability insurance
• Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
• Knowledge and proficiency in current, evidenced-based methods and practices
• Experience in program development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation
• Additional training or experience in chronic disease management and geriatrics is considered an asset
• Outstanding problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
• Understanding of community resources
• Knowledge and understanding of Continuous Quality Improvement
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work within a team or independently
• Proficient in the use of the computer hardware and software
• Prior experience and knowledge of electronic medical records
• Willingness to update knowledge and skills through various means including technology-based opportunities, courses, workshops and conferences
• Demonstrated understanding of the goals, structures, policies and procedures of the FHT