Occupational Therapist - 1230 - Recall List - CSN
Description of the employer
The CLSC is located in the Naskapi territory of Kawawachikamach, a region rich in nature and culture. It is responsible for planning, coordinating, organizing, and delivering health and social services to the Naskapi community. It also contributes to the healthcare of the entire regional population.
Enjoy breathtaking mountain landscapes in every season and direction. Take part in the efforts to reconnect with the traditions of the only Naskapi community in Quebec and in the world.
Working at the Naskapi CLSC is much more than just a job — it’s a path to both professional and personal fulfillment!
Brief description of functions
A professional who evaluates functional abilities, determines and implements a treatment and intervention plan, develops, restores, or maintains skills, compensates for disabilities, reduces handicap situations, and adapts the environment in order to promote optimal autonomy for individuals in interaction with their environment. He or she also participates in clinical teaching.
Specific functions and requirements
- Assess clients’ needs using various evaluation methods, including interviews, simulated situations, structured observations, and standardized tests;
- Develop individualized rehabilitation plans to enhance and maintain clients’ functional abilities;
- Support clients in developing skills that increase and sustain their independence;
- Work within an interdisciplinary team to establish coordinated intervention plans and ensure continuity of care;
- Conduct health promotion and public awareness activities within the community;
- Collaborate with local healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care;
- Adapt therapeutic interventions to the specific needs of the community and local culture;
- Perform any other related tasks as required.
Requirements
- Must hold a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy;
- Must be a member in good standing of the Ordre des ergothérapeutes du Québec;
- Two (2) years of relevant experience (an asset);
- Experience working in a remote or northern region (an asset);
- Proficiency in spoken and written English;
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills;
- Interest in sharing knowledge and experience with colleagues;
- Respect for Naskapi culture and values;
- Diverse clinical competencies with a predominantly adult clientele, including community health, home care, geriatric care, and pediatric care.
Working conditions
- Hourly rate based on experience (between $31,48/hour and $57,75/hour);
- Day shift;
- Available to travel to the Kawawachikamach territory for two weeks per month;
- Regional disparity premium of $233,38 per week of 35 hours (without dependents) or $411,40 per week of 35 hours (with dependents);
- Cargo premium of $83,75 per week of 35 hours (adults and children aged 12 and over), $41,88 per week of 35 hours (children under 12 years of age);
- Retention premium starting at $115,94 per week of 35 hours for employees with less than one year of continuous service at the Naskapi CLSC;
- Furnished housing provided, all utilities included (high-speed fibre-optic Internet), if located more than 50 km from your place of residence;
- Paid travel day and travel expenses;
- Group insurance plan;
- Defined benefit pension plan (RREGOP).
Application
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