Tuesday 19 November 2019

books and equipment for sale in Calgary


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Private practice closed. The following resources are for sale:
Astronaut Board (purchased from Mary Kawar). Comes with book “Astronaut Training” by Mark Kawar and Shelia Frick. Excellent shape, like new. New price is $169.00 US asking $100 for book and board.
Books

Asking
“Social Skills Solutions: A Hands-on Manual for teaching social skills to children with Autism” by Kelly McKinnon and Janis Krempa, 2002.
$20
“Just Give Him the Whale” Ways to Use Fascinations, Areas of Expertise, and Strengths to Support Students with Autism by Paula Kluth and Patrick Schwarz, 2008.
$15
“Seven Steps to Help Your Child Worry Less” by Sam Goldstein, Kristy Hagar and Robert Brooks, 2002.
$15
“Wiggle, Giggle & Shake” 200 ways to Move and Learn by Rae Pica, 2001. 
$12
“Enabling Occupation in Children: The Cognitive Orientation to daily Occupational Performance (CO-OP) Approach by Helene Polatajko and Angela Mandich, 2004.
$30
“The Hidden Curriculm: Practical Solutions for Understanding Unstated Rules in Social Situations” by Brenda Smith Myles, Melissa Trautman and Ronda Schelvan, 2004.
$10
Learn to Move, Move to Learn: Sensorimotor Early Childhood Activity Themes” By Jenny Clark Brack, 2004.
$20
“The Zones of Regulation: A Curriculum Designed to Foster Self-Regulation and Emotional Contol” by Leah Kuypers, 2011.
$40
“Answers to Questions Teachers Ask about Sensory Integration”  by Jane Koomar, Carol Kranowitz and Stacey Szklut, 2005.
$10
“M.O.R.E. Integrating the Mouth with Sensory and Postural Functions, 2nd Ed,” by Patricia Oetter, Eileen Richter and Sheila Frick, 1995.
$25
“Take Five! Staying Alert at Home and School”  by Mary Sue Williams and Sherry Schellenberger, 2001.
$20
“How Does Your Engine Run?” by Mary Sue Williams and Sherry Schellenberger, 1996.
$30
“Building Bridges through Sensory Integration”  by Ellen Yack, Shirley Sutton and Paula Aquilla, 1998.
$10
“Just Take a Bite: Easy, Effective Answers to Food Aversions and Eating Challenges! By Lori Ernsperger and Tania Stegen-Hanson, 2004.
$12
“The Consulting Therapist: A Guide for OTs and PTs in Schools”  by Barbar Hanft and Patricia Place, 1996.
$12
“Keys to Success for Teaching Students with Autism”  by Lori Ernsperger, 2002.
$10
“The Incredible 5-Point Scale” by Kari Dunn Buron and Mitzi Curtis, 2003.
$12
“Brain Gym” by Paul and Gail Dennison, 1986
$15
“Edu-K for Kids: The Basic Manual on Educational Kinesiology for parents & teachers for kids of all ages!” by Paul and Gail Dennison, 1987.
$15
“Autism with Severe Learning Difficulties” by Dr. Rita Jordan, 2001.
$5
“Giggle Time: Establishing the Social Connection” by Susan Aud Sonders, 2003.
$10
“Incorporating Social Goals in the Classroom” by Rebecca Moyes, 2001.
$15
“Staying in the Game” by James Loomis, 2008. 
$10
“Autism and Play” by Jannik Beyer and Lone Gammeltoft, 2000.
$15
“Engaging Autism: Using the Floortime Approach to Help Children Relate, Communicate and Think” by Stanley Greenspan and Serena Wieder, 2006.
$15
“Autism Life Skills: From Communication and Safety to Self-Esteem and More – 10 Essentail Abilities Every Child Needs and Deserves to Learn” by Chantal Sicile-Kira, 2008.
$5


Please contact Sonia at soniabrooksot@gmail.com or call/text 306-774-4955. In Calgary.

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OT contract work 5-10 hours/wk: Intuitive Therapy Solutions Ltd Calgary and surrounding area (ie- Airdire/Chestermere)



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Intuitive Therapy Solutions Ltd. is a community-based private therapy practice serving Calgary and surrounding areas. Intuitive Therapy Solutions offers simple, intuitive, evidence-based solutions for families with children ages 0-18. We work with families and their children to help them learn and implement individualized strategies to achieve their goals.
We are Strength Based, Solution Focused, and Simply Intuitive.
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We are immediately seeking an Occupational Therapist for contract work, on an as needed basis. Current demands approx. 5-10 hours/wk. Some evening/weekend work may be needed. 
The Occupational Therapist would be providing services including assessment, consultation, and treatment for children with a range of abilities, in collaboration with families and community partners in a variety of settings including home, clinic and schools.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Graduate of an accredited Canada Occupational Therapy Program
  • Active registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT) and currently in good standing
  • Possesses professional liability insurance
  • Current police record/vulnerable sector check
  • Has a valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle and is willing to travel within Calgary and surrounding area (ie- Airdire/Chestermere)
  • Experience working with school aged children
  • Highly professional, energetic, organized and motivated
  • Some knowledge or experience in Sensory Integration therapy and in working with children in the areas of motor development and sensory processing will be an asset
Key Responsibilities
  • Work with clients and their families to set OT goals which are occupation focused and are targeted, measurable outcomes
  • Provide direct service, consultation, assessment and education to client, family and community providers with a focus on maximizing a child’s function in the areas of self-care; productivity (school and play skills) and leisure (community participation)
  • Utilize research to establish and support evidence-based practice
  • Provision of in-school consultations to parents and/or teachers as and when needed
Interested applicants, please email your resume (including your expected remuneration).
We thank all applicants, however, only those shortlisted for interviews will be contacted.
Please submit your resume to admin@intuitivetherapysolutions.com 

AADL children's diapers


An FSCD client recently asked who does the AADL paper work for the approval of children's diapers? 



Do private OTs do this? 


If you have an answer please email:

Courtney King courtneyking.ot@gmail.com