As the largest not-for-profit provider of seniors’ care in Alberta and British Columbia, The Good Samaritan Society and Good Samaritan Canada (together, Good Samaritan) have been providing exceptional care and support since 1949. We are faith-based, not-for-profit organizations committed to creating safe, comfortable communities where individuals experience caring, belonging, and purpose.
You will provide a high level of occupational therapy services such as ADL assessments, seating and mobility, fall prevention, splinting, skin integrity and dysphagia. In collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, you will participate in the admission/discharge process by completing assessments of residents and developing care and treatment plans. You will reassess, evaluate and modify interventions as needed and communicate changes in resident condition or care to appropriate decision makers and team members. Other duties may include supervision of therapeutic support staff, participation in quality improvement initiatives, and participation in policy revision and development. You have a recognized degree in occupational therapy and active registration with the provincial regulatory college. Experience in a leadership role is preferred. Experience working with the frail elderly is preferred.
You have excellent interpersonal skills and can work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team to promote the well-being of the resident. You are able to use your leadership skills to motivate and coach staff, manage conflict, and take decisive action where appropriate. Strong observational and reporting skills are necessary to assess, document and communicate changes in residents’ conditions. You are a skilled communicator who can advocate for residents, relay concerns among team members and families, solicit feedback and make recommendations. Time management skills are essential as is flexibility to change routine to accommodate resident needs. You must be physically capable of performing lifts, transfers and other physical activities as required by job duties.
Educational Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy
- Current registration with provincial registration association (ACOT, COTBC)
- Maintain professional requirements and participate in continuing competence activities
Work Experience
- Experience working with geriatrics and persons with long term disability
- AADL authorizer preferred
- Leadership experience preferred
Diversity-Equity-Inclusion-Reconciliation
Good Samaritan is committed to upholding the values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation in the workplace at all levels of the organization, as well as in the delivery of our services. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including, but not limited to, Indigenous peoples, racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people from the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Requirements:
- A current and clear Criminal Records Check Form and Clearance Letter prior to the hire date.
- A tuberculosis screening that has been completed no more than 12 months prior to the hire date.
How to apply:
- Visit us online at www.gss.org and apply by Join Our Team.
We thank all applicants, however only candidates under consideration will be contacted for an interview.
Job Types: Permanent, Part-time
Pay: $38.90-$51.80 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
Flexible language requirement:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edmonton, AB T6J 2P1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- working with geriatrics and persons with LT disability: 1 year (required)
- occupational therapy: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- registration ACOT, COTBC (required)
Work Location: In person
