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Title posted on Jobillico - Physiotherapist Occupational Therapist - Temporary Term Opportunities -
Posted on November 03, 2024 by Employer details York Region District School Board
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Work Location: Regional Student Services (Education Centre - Newmarket, Centre for Leadership and Learning, 300 Harry Walker Parkway South, Newmarket, ON L3Y 8E2)<p>Work Schedule: 35 hours/week (full-time hours)<p>Please Note: Travel from site to site will be required.<p>Important : Internal YRDSB staff must apply to internal job postings posted through the BWW.<p>Thank you for your interest in a career as a Physiotherapist/Occupational Therapist with the York Region District School Board. This application is for temporary/term opportunities. Interested candidates are required to complete the following on-line application to the attention of: The Recruitment Team. <p>Temporary Positions: This is a position that is available for a period in excess of 30 consecutive working days to replace a permanent employee who is absent on an approved leave of absence (e.g. pregnancy, parental, educational or medical leave).<p>Term Positions: This is a position that is available for a period in excess of 30 consecutive working days due to additional funding. <p>Major Responsibilities: <p><p> To participate in the pre-entry screening process for children with exceptional abilities in response to requests from Student Services Coordinators, outside agencies or parents.<p> To collaborate with school staff regarding with students in the classroom and individually assess students? strengths and needs related to educational programs.<p> To share physical and occupational therapy assessment data with members of the educational team, including parents or caregivers and students, and appropriate medical and community agencies.<p> To collaborate with the educational team to develop recommendations and strategies appropriate for each student in his/her classroom and school environment.<p> To provide ongoing involvement with students to ensure the continued appropriateness of initial strategies, and to modify or expand strategies as needed.<p> To support the development of the Individual Education Plan.<p> To clarify relevant medical information, and assessment data from outside services.<p> To provide information relevant to the student?s medical and/or physical condition.<p> To recommend special equipment as required to meet individual needs in consultation with school personnel.<p> To recommend modifications to school buildings and playgrounds to enable student participation and to meet individual needs.<p> To refer, as appropriate, to other services and agencies.<p> To carry out other duties as may be assigned by the Principals of Student Services, Student Services Coordinators and/or the Superintendent of Student Services.<p><p>Education, Experience, and Qualifications: <p><p> Graduate of an accredited university physiotherapy or occupational therapy program with a minimum of a Bachelor?s degree or equivalent.<p> Eligible for registration with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association or The Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists.<p> Physiotherapists must be members of the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.<p> Occupational Therapists must be members of the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.<p> Minimum of two years pediatric experience. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are required.<p> Effective written and oral communications skills, interpersonal, analytical, organizational, time management and presentation skills are required.<p> Ability to deal effectively with a variety of individuals and groups both within and outside the Board is required.<p><p>Additional Information: <p><p> In the application process, you will be prompted to provide at least three (3) professional, supervisory references (including full name, position title, work location/organization, and email address) in the job posting screening section of the online application. We do not contact references prior to practicum/interview.<p> <p> The York Region District School Board spans a wide geographical area. Physiotherapists/Occupational Therapis- LocationNewmarket, ON
- Workplace information On site
- SalaryNot available
- Terms of employment Term or contractFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source Jobillico #14121831
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