Physiotherapist; OTC Program - Term

About Us

St.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. Our over 2,000 staff follow a person-centered approach and adapt to the needs of each person and each family. St.Amant is guided by its core values of Collaboration, Hospitality, Excellence and Respect.

St.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. We stand firmly against individual and systemic discrimination and racism as per the Canadian Human Rights Act.

This position could be comprised of pediatric clients. 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).

St.Amant is fully accredited and offers outreach and residential services to individuals with developmental disabilities and Autism. St.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

• 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
• Ability to manage and define a service plan with individual and caregivers
• Knowledge of direct, mediated, and consultative models of practice and ability to apply these according to program protocol
• Understand own clinical limitations and seek support and consultation for clinical activities so as to do “no harm”
• Prioritize, structure, and manage scheduling caseload(s) effectively to achieve targeted outcomes

• Able to identify high risk situations and respond appropriately
• Able to demonstrate behavior consistent with the Mission and Values of St.Amant
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• 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
• Positive, energetic, self-directed and client focused
• Ability to serve as a model in cooperative teamwork, conflict resolution and process improvement
• Ability to work harmoniously and contribute to…