Occupational Therapist

Job Description

<p><h3>Overview</h3><p><b>ADP Authorized Occupational Therapist – Community Advantage Rehabilitation (CAR) – a division of Lifemark</b></p><p><b>Location:</b> London, ON</p><p><b>Schedule:</b> 8 hours/week</p><p>Lifemark’s Home and Community Care division, <b>Community Advantage Rehabilitation</b>(CAR) is looking for<strong> Registered Occupational Therapists</strong> to complete Independent Living Services (ILS) assessments throughout the province of Ontario. The ILS assessments are to be completed in the residential homes of injured workers. This is a casual part-time opportunity based on referrals.</p>
<h3>Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Complete a variety of in-depth and thorough assessments such as Personal Care Needs Assessments, Home Safety Assessments, Home Accessibility Assessments, and Mobility Assessments</li><li>Develop comprehensive reports which include assessment findings, recommendations and service plan in accordance with CAR, the referral source and COTO standards</li><li>Collaborate with interprofessional team members, community resources and the referral source as needed.</li></ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3><p>All Occupational Therapists that are in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists are eligible to apply. In order to perform mobility assessments you will need to be an <b>Assistive Devices (ADP) Authorizer,</b> however this is not required to apply.</p>
<h3>Other items associated with this opportunity</h3><ul><li>Referrals will be within your preferred geographic area</li><li>You will be able to schedule the assessments in collaboration with the injured/ill person at your convenience</li><li>You will be paid a premium assessment/visit rate</li><li>Compensation for mileage, travel and training time</li><li>An extensive mentorship program</li><li>Ability to accept or decline the work based on your availability</li><li>This work is a great opportunity for Occupational Therapists to engage clients in a different way and expand your clinical practice</li></ul>
<h3>Apply today!</h3>
<h3>Inclusion</h3><p>We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, and Visible minorities.</p>
<h3>Accommodation</h3><p>Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at talent at lifemark.ca</p></p>
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