Physiotherapist

Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities (SCHC) is dedicated to providing accessible, equitable, and transformational health and social service choices for the well-being of Scarborough's diverse communities. We cultivate vital community services by promoting healthy lifestyles while delivering a comprehensive range of culturally competent health and social services programming. Our I2

CARE values ensures that we, as a work community, treat all with, inclusivity, innovation, collaboration, accessibility respect and equity.

As an employer, we strive for excellence as a workplace and are committed to building a workforce that enhances our capacity to meet the needs of the diverse communities we serve.

We are currently looking to hire a:

Physiotherapist – Community Home Care Team

1 FTE (35 hours /week) – 1 Year Contract
* possible extension*

The Physiotherapist is responsible for providing evidence-based assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and education to individuals living in the community. As a member of the interdisciplinary Community Home Care Team, the Physiotherapist works collaboratively with healthcare professionals to maximize clients' mobility, independence, functional ability, and quality of life while supporting aging in place.

The Physiotherapist develops individualized treatment plans that address mobility limitations, chronic conditions, injury recovery, pain management, balance impairments, and fall prevention. Services are delivered in clients' homes and community settings using a client-centred, holistic approach.

Reporting to: Manager, Seniors Support Services

• Conduct comprehensive physiotherapy assessments to evaluate mobility, strength, balance, range of motion, endurance, posture, gait, and functional independence.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate individualized treatment plans based on client goals and clinical best practices.
• Provide therapeutic exercise programs, manual therapy, mobility training, and functional rehabilitation.
• Assess and manage clients recovering from illness, injury, surgery, or hospitalization.
• Provide treatment for clients with neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and age-related conditions.
• Promote pain management strategies through therapeutic interventions and client education.
• Reassess client progress and modify treatment plans as required.

• Conduct falls risk assessments and implement individualized fall prevention strategies.
• Recommend exercises to improve balance, coordination, flexibility, and strength.
• Assess gait and mobility and provide recommendations for safe ambulation.
• Recommend and educate clients on the safe use of mobility aids and adaptive equipment.
• Collaborate with Occupational Therapists regarding home safety modifications and equipment needs.

• Educate clients and caregivers on exercise programs, injury prevention, body mechanics, and mobility strategies.
• Encourage self-management techniques that support long-term independence.
• Provide education on maintaining physical activity and healthy aging.

• Collaborate with Registered Nurses, Personal Support Workers, and other healthcare providers to develop integrated care plans.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and team meetings.
• Coordinate referrals to community rehabilitation and specialized therapy services when appropriate.
• Communicate client progress and recommendations to the interdisciplinary team.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Complete assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries in accordance with organizational and professional standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and program evaluation activities.
• Monitor client outcomes and recommend service enhancements.

• Degree in Physiotherapy from an accredited university program.
• Current registration in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid “G” License and access to a vehicle required.