Title : Occupational Therapist

Employee Working Location : In-person (Sydney, NS)

Employment Status : Permanent Full-time (35 hours/week)

Salary Band : $31.38 - $39.22 / hour

The Canadian Red Cross (CRC) - an inspirational not for profit organization, helps people and communities in Canada and around the world in times of need and supports them in strengthening their resilience. As a Canada's Best Employers 2024, we are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment.

The CRC also offers :

• 4 weeks paid vacation, paid holidays, life and mental health wellness days.
• Benefits and Advantages Health, Dental & Vision, 100% employer-paid.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees includes professional counselling, online well-being resources, and support for family, financial, career, and legal issues.
• No union dues.
• Free on-site parking for easy and convenient access to the office.
• Great team atmosphere where collaboration and mutual support are valued.

In this role, you will :

• Coordinate the ongoing development, implementation, assessment, and evaluation of the Health Equipment Loan Program (HELP).
• Work with internal and external contacts to ensure client's needs are met, using either new or recycled equipment.
• Maintain records on loans, returns, inventory, statistics, equipment repairs in accordance with the Health Equipment Loans Program procedures and policies.
• Liaise with the Health Equipment Technicians to ensure that required adjustments to equipment are completed in a timely and client specific manner.
• Supervise and work closely with the Community Health Assistants and the Specialized Technicians.
• Conduct and maintain audits and checklists as per OH&S requirements within Warehouse environment.
• Liaise with Long Term Care facilities to certify that equipment is received and is appropriate to the client.
• Network with facilities, OT's and equipment providers to ensure we are providing the best possible service to our clients in the most cost effective manner.
• Employees and Volunteers at every level are responsible for safe work practices and to adhere to practices outlined in their applicable provincial Occupational Health and Safety Act.

What we are looking for :

• The minimum qualifications for this position are a Baccalaureate Degree in Occupational Therapy with Membership in the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists or established eligibility for membership in the association and current registration with the Nova Scotia Association of Occupational Therapists, as well as, Nova Scotia Society of Occupational Therapists.
• 1-2 years minimum clinical experience.
• Demonstrated experience with excellent knowledge of current issues/trends in the community health sector, along with experience in health equipment field and/or geriatrics is preferred.
• Knowledge of specialized health equipment and specialized mattress systems.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making abilities, combined with sound organizational skills, are essential.
• Interpersonal skills and sensitivity to interact effectively and build on-going relationships with diverse groups of employees and volunteers across the Society and external partners is required.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency is required and experience with inventory control system is preferred.
• Strong communication skills, oral and written, in English are essential.
• Ability to prioritize and organize multiple issues simultaneously in a complex environment.
• Previous WHIMIS and Occupational Health and Safety training is considered an asset.

Working conditions :

• Valid driver's license with willingness to travel within province.
• A satisfactory driver's abstract is required.
• Eligibility to work in Canada: At this time, we welcome applications from candidates eligible to work in Canada. If you are not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada, we encourage you to carefully review your visa to find out whether you are eligible to work in the job you are considering applying for. Refer to our FAQ for more information.
• If you are selected for this role, you will be required to complete a successful pre-employment screening process which includes a satisfactory Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC).

#RegularRecruitment #CHW-HELP

Salary Band:
$57,113 - $71,391