Physiotherapy Assistant/Occupational Therapy Assistant (PTA/OTA) –

Temporary Full time (12 - 18 months commencing Dec. 2022)

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Located in the beautiful Annapolis Valley, Kings Regional Rehabilitation Centre

(KRRC) serves persons of all ages with intellectual, developmental, physical,

behavioral, psychological, and/or psychiatric disabilities. We have an immediate

opening for a Full-time Temporary Physiotherapy Assistant/Occupational

Therapy Assistant (PTA/OTA) at our Centre in Waterville, Nova Scotia.

Under the dir Under the Direction of the Occupational Therapist(s) and the Director of Clinical Services,

the PTA/OTA assists with the development and implementation of Physiotherapy and

Occupational Therapy programs using a client and family centered approach in

accordance with KRRC’s Mission, Vision, and Values and established policies and

procedures. The PTA/OTA works directly with clients providing hands-on interventions to

improve their quality of life and... ability to perform desired activities and provides support to

the Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist(s) to ensure the smooth operation of the

service and the best possible outcomes for clients.

The successful candidate will have the following:
• Graduate of a recognized 2-year Physiotherapy Assistant/ Occupational Therapy

Assistant (OTA-PTA) program, e.g., the PTA/OTA Diploma Program offered at the

Nova Scotia Community college (NSCC)
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, mental health issues,

and/or behavioral challenges;
• Demonstrated ability to relate well with clients, families, and other members of the

inter-disciplinary team;
• Excellent observational skills;
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve, seek solutions through collaboration, and

provide leadership;
• Strong organizational and time-management skills;
• Ability to work independently to complete delegated tasks / programs;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Demonstrated accountability, initiative, and good judgment;
• Proficiency with computers and relevant applications, e.g., Excel;
• Valid Nova Scotia driver’s license;
• Previous experience working as a PTA/OTA, especially in residential care, an asset.

KRRC offers a competitive benefits package and the successful candidate will be a

member of our robust Clinical Services Team. The person in this position will be a member

of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), Local 1472.

Candidates must be able to provide 3 references; work references or combination of work

reference and other professional references are acceptable.

Please direct applications including cover letter/resume to Human Resources by December 19, 2022.

E-mail: [email protected]

Fax: (902) 538-7022

Kings Regional Rehabilitation Centre

1349 County Home Road,

PO Box 128

Waterville, NS B0P 1V0

Website http://www.krrc.ns.ca/

We appreciate all applications; however only those candidates invited for an interview will be notified
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