Position #: 154563
Expected Start Date: To be determined; posted until filled
Union: HSAS
Facility: Swift Current Community Services
City/Town: Swift Current
Department: Autism Spectrum Disorders ASD
Type: Full-time regular
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days
Hours of Work: 224 hours per 6 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Field Hours: Yes
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Occupational Therapist - Degree $38.247 to $46.770
Travel Required: Yes
Job Description: The Occupational Therapist provides assessment and treatment of patients, clients, and residents of all ages with physical, cognitive and/or psychosocial impairments in multiple health care settings as per therapy protocols and best practice guidelines. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"
Human Resources Exemption: No
Experience
- 1 year experience in a mental health setting.
- Experience in performing the therapeutic process
Education
- Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
Competencies
- Written Communication Skills
- Verbal communication skills
Knowledge and Abilities
- Knowledge in community development
- Knowledge of human development relating to Autism Spectrum Disorder
Other Information
- For more information on the city of Swift Current please visit http://www.swiftcurrent.ca/
- Registered/eligible with the Saskatchewan Society of Occupational Therapists
- Registered/eligible with Canadian Association of Occupational Therapy (CAOT)
- May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.
Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.
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Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.
