Physiotherapist

Position: Physiotherapist (Contract)
Location: Central Patricia

WHO WE ARE
One Kids Place Children’s Treatment Centre provides rehabilitation and related support services for children and youth (up to the age of 19) and their families living in the Districts of Muskoka, Nipissing and Parry Sound. All staff will provide service within an interdisciplinary team environment committed to family-centered practice.

THE OPPORTUNITY
Position:
Physiotherapist

Location:

Parry Sound
Effective: ASAP until September 25, 2026
Status:
Unionized
Job type:
Contract Full Time – 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

* To ensure we can meet the needs of our communities at times that work best for them, our staff are expected to maintain flexibility in their schedules, which may include working outside standard business hours as per client needs.
* POSITION SUMMARY
The Physiotherapist provides assessment, consultation, clinical diagnosis and treatment planning to assist children and youth to achieve their optimum rehabilitation potential in all areas of physical function including the prevention/delay of physical dysfunction and injury. Note that supervision of therapy assistants and family education are important components of the position.

JOB DUTIES

Reports directly to the designated Manager for overall direction and supervision.

Provides quality family-centred care through assessment, establishing a clinical diagnosis and treatment programs to assist children/youth in achieving their maximal functional ability.

Documents client-related activities and workload practices according to Children’s Treatment Centre and College standards.

Utilizes therapeutic techniques/modalities as necessary in the provision of therapy and maintains client confidentiality and privacy.

Communicates effectively and ensures continuity of care by making treatment decisions in close collaboration with the child/youth/family, other rehabilitation staff and other community service providers as part of an inter-disciplinary team.

Educates the child/youth, family and other caregivers in the condition/disease process and specific treatment/intervention suggestions to ensure appropriate follow-through of daily activities and programs. The focus may be prevention, maintenance and/or treatment for the child/youth and family.

Provides clinical supervision within the discipline’s scope of practice to designated support personnel and/or placement students.

Provides equipment recommendations / prescriptions and/or refers children/youth to appropriate services.

Acts as a resource/educator for the children/youth, families, staff, students, professionals and communities through the facilitation, development and implementation of education programs.

Participates in the orientation and training of new staff members, placement students and/or volunteers.

Pursues on-going professional development and growth.

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Masters Degree in Physiotherapy

Current registration with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario

2 years recent related work experience in a pediatric/health care setting with children and youth with special needs

Working knowledge of community resources and supports within the Districts of Muskoka, Nipissing and Parry Sound

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills/Excellent oral and written communication skills

Valid Ontario driver’s license and reliable vehicle

Computer competency and adaptable in the use of computer software for the purpose of assessments, documentation, programming and communication.

Good attendance/Work Record

Bilingualism (English/French)/ADP authorizer are preferred

Proof of COVID Vaccinations as required by the sector

New Graduates are encouraged to apply! We offer excellent mentorship and educational opportunities!

WHAT WE OFFER
As an employee at One Kids Place, you will become part of a team of skilled professionals working together to meet the special needs of children, youth and their families. The work environment includes the family-centered principles and values of mutual respect, collaboration, accessibility and community inclusivity. One Kids Place provides opportunities for ongoing education and development through mentorships, workshops, conferences, and seminars.

COMPENSATION
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