Deputy director Offres d'emploi - Brandon, MB

Job Description Mission : Reporting to Director of Care, the Occupational Therapist is responsible for the assessment of function and adaptive behaviour and the treatment and prevention of disorders which affect function or adaptive behaviour in order to develop, maintain, rehabilitate, or augment function of adaptive behaviour in the areas of self-care, productivity and leisure.Key Outcomes :

• Live our values of Respect, Integrity, Compassion and Excellence
• Lend a helping hand
• Cultivate relationships with staff, residents and families
• Lead with H.E.A.R.T. (hear, empathize, acknowledge, respond, thank)Key Responsibilities :
• Oversees and participates in the provision of quality occupational therapy in the delivery of Resident care. Utilizes the following processes :
• Assessment - Assesses Residents upon admission and an ongoing basis and assists in developing treatment care plans;
• Planning - Assists with identification of treatment plan and goals and communicates these to other members of the Occupational Therapy Department and the interdisciplinary care team;
• Implementation of Treatment Plan - Ensures that Residents are involved in identified therapeutic programs, which meet specified goals. Provides relevant information for Resident Care Conferences and Therapy Rounds;
• Evaluation - Ensures on-going analysis of Resident's progress towards identified goals;
• Documentation - Documents pertinent information as it relates to the delivery of Occupational Therapy services;
• Recognizes variations in the continuum of health by implementing Occupational Therapy interventions, which promote, maintain and restore health, prevent disease and injury and provide Resident comfort.
• Utilizes established Occupational Therapy standards in the provision of safe, competent and ethical care :
• Ensures that the practice of Occupational Therapy is conducted in accordance with the Code of Ethics as stipulated by the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists, and all provincial regulatory bodies;
• Understands and complies with the legal requirements of licensure, legislation, scope of practice, and policies and procedures of the company;Role Profile – Occupational TherapistRole Profile Approved by : Date :
• Ensures development and implementation of the classification process and documentation according to standards set by the company, the Regional Health Authority and Canadian Council on Health Services Accreditation;
• Questions policies and procedures inconsistent with resident outcomes, current practices and safety standards;
• Provides safe and effective delivery of treatments and therapeutic interventions;
• Provides direct Resident care and a safe environment;
• Identifies safety hazards, participates in problem resolution and reports same to the Director of Care;
• Protects the individual's beliefs and values and the right to confidentiality, privacy and dignity;
• Promotes Resident's participation, choice and control in meeting health care needs;
• Identifies and communicates ethical issues to the interdisciplinary team and Director of Care.
• Demonstrates a positive, professional attitude :
• Assumes primary responsibility for maintaining own competence in Occupational Therapy practice;
• Seeks opportunities for professional development and continuing education;
• Demonstrates an openness to new ideas and receptivity to change;
• Establishes and maintains effective collegial relationships;
• Monitors, identifies and problem-solves routine issues. Reports to Manager of Occupational Therapy for further investigation and action;
• Reports workload issues to the Manager of Occupational Therapy in a timely fashion;
• Participates in the orientation and performance appraisal process of colleagues and other members of the interdisciplinary team;
• Utilizes responsible practices which contribute to cost-effective use of health care resources;
• Demonstrates respect for Residents, families and colleagues;
• Acts as a role model and participates in the clinical development of staff and students assigned within the facility;
• Attains and maintains specialty qualifications as required.
• Other
• Participates in relevant research as required;
• Participates in the development, implementation and monitoring of Infection Control and Occupational Health and Safety guidelines;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Adheres to responsibilities and requirements for reporting adverse resident occurrences subject to regulatory and legislative direction.Role Profile Approved by : Date : Required Education, Credentials and Experience :
• An Occupational Therapist in good standing with the applicable provincial regulatory board and the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists;
• Baccalaureate degree in Occupational Therapy required;
• Knowledge of computer applications preferred;
• Excellent organizational skills required; minimum of two years of geriatric clinical experience preferred;
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills with Resident / families and staffrequired;
• Ability to work independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team required.
• Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position / Sector Screening (VPS).Revera Core Competencies :
• Accountability : Takes ownership and holds self and others accountable to deliver high quality, timely and cost-effective results.
• Business Acumen : Understands financial and operational aspects and implications that are essential to achieve superior business results.
• Coaching & Developing Talent : Building capability of self, individuals and teams by engaging in feedback, coaching, learning and development. Building capability of self, individuals and teams by engaging in feedback, coaching, learning and development.
• Customer Focus : Keeping the customer in mind to deliver the highest possible quality of care, service and choices.
• Execution Excellence : Optimizes available resources and pursues implementation to consistently achieve exceptional outcomes.
• Innovative Thinking : Identifies, develops and implements new and innovative solutions to enhance opportunity, efficiency and quality.
• Teamwork and Collaboration : Inspires and fosters a team environment and works collaboratively to achieve business goals and objectives.Time Type : Full timeWhen you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences. If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare! Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.