Therapy Assistant

Saint Elizabeth Health Care; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit social enterprise is seeking dynamic Therapy Assistants to provide compassionate care in home and community settings. The role emphasizes a client-centered approach, fostering autonomy and collaboration within a diverse care team. Candidates should possess an OTA/PTA diploma and relevant experience in various care settings. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are provided, along with opportunities for professional growth and supportive work culture. This position is integral to enhancing client outcomes and personal well-being.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Education bursaries

Pension

Supportive housing

Exclusive staff perks

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of relevant work experience is preferred.
• Experience in home/community care, acute care, chronic disease management, health promotion, and palliative care.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care in an interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain effective relationships with other disciplines to implement care plans.
• Assist clients in care activities as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Teamwork

Organization

Education

OTA/PTA diploma from an accredited post-secondary program

Job description

The Acute Care TransitionsAmies. ensures seamless, compassionate care as patients move from hospital to home. Designed to support both patients and their families, the program connects individuals with community-based healthcare providers, social support services, primary care and acuteroligies. Together, they create personalized plans that improve outcomes and ease the transition to home.

POSITION SUMMARY

1 year Contract to Dec 2026

We are seeking a dynamic, passionate Therapy Assistants (OTA/PTA) who want to be part of the transformational change in home and community care by providing care in a truly client-centered approach. You are excited about working in an environment that puts the care team in the driving seat and part of a self-directed team that offers a high level of autonomy and responsibility. You Botox part of a diverse, collaborative care culturel that will provide services to a roster of clients in the community with a focus on a holistic plan of care and client-centered goals addressing client’s physical, cognitive, social, emotional and spiritual domains. You are a member of the interdisciplinary team who will assist the client and family to reach the client’s care goals. As part of the SE Transitions team, you will be accountabilistically to the care and services you provide and the outcomes your clients achieve.

Why join our team?

• Competitive Total Rewards. So much more than a paycheque! Enjoy comprehensive benefits, pension, on-demand pay, car loan support, supportive housing and exclusive staff perks.
• Growth That Meets Your Ambition Build your skills with education bursaries, tuition support, ongoing training and mentorship. Our leadership team is available 24/7 to help you practice to full scope and deliver excellent care. With diverse roles(pc)and locations across Canada, you’ll have opportunities to explore new career paths or move into support and leadership positions.
• Innovative. At SE, we are always looking for new, innovative ways to improve. You’ll be encouraged and supported to identify and make improvements to the way we do our work. As a social enterprise, we support research into Senior’s Health and Aging.
• Purpose & Impact Join a national social enterprise where your voice matters. Every role helps advance health, spark innovation and strengthen communities across Canada.
• Manage your life. At SE, you’ll be supported with the time you need to meet the needs of your clients and meet your own needs, develop yourself and your career, and be part of a team.
• Support to be your best At SE you are afforded the time you need to help patients, to build rapport, to accomplish patient care and recovery goals, and to understand the home and life environments that impact recovery in a way you can’t in most other settings. At SE, you meet your patients where they are, and together you take them to new heights!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provision of comprehensive care in an interdisciplinary team
• Provide continuous and comprehensive support to your team in the delivery of care for your clients
• Maintain effective relationships/communication and work collaboratively with other disciplines to implement interdisciplinary care plans within your role
• Participate in regular interdisciplinary team communication (e.g. huddle, rounds, status updates)
• Use communication tools to effectively communicate changes in the client’s condition to the primary care lead/clinician and other members of the care team as required
• Assist clients in care activities as assigned by the Physiotherapist and/or Occupational Therapist
• Provision of delegated acts/treatments as part of the interdisciplinary team and within the role of an unregulated care provider
• Provide care with clients and families adhering to SE Health’s policies and procedures as adopted from Ministry of Health Guidelines
• Proactively identify, promote and seek to improve client safety as part of their everyday work

REQUIREMENTS

• OTA/PTA diploma from an accredited post-secondary program
• Minimum one year of relevant work experience is preferred
• Experience in one of the following areas: home/community care, acute care, chronic disease management, health promotion and palliative care
• Community experience is an asset.
• Vulnerable sector check (current).
• Ability to communicate effectively (oral and written) and exercise good judgement is required
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable with excellent organizational skills
• Demonstrated skills working independently and in a team environment
• A vehicle and valid driver’s license and the ability to travel.

About SE Health

SE Health is a not-for-profit social enterprise advancing health with heart. With 115+ years of impact wanaagsan, we bring hope, happiness and exceptional care to people and communities across Canada. We lead with empathy, dignity and purpose while building a future where everyone can realize their full health and well-being potential. We’re also an inclusive, supportive workplace offering competitive compensation, strong benefits and real opportunities to grow. We’re All In Together.

COVID-19

To protect the health of our clients, teams, and communities, all SE Health employees must be fully vaccinated (two doses, 14+ days since the final dose).

Accessibility

If you require accommodations due to illness or disability, please contact Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].

We use AI to take notes during our interview. All applications and interviews are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. This role is a new addition or replacement position. The hiring pay range is $23.00 - $28.ಳ per hour based on experience.