Dubasov Last chance Sept 2019

Kim Barthel in Calgary on November 22-23, 2019

Don't miss out! 

Kim Barthel is returning to Calgary on November 22-23, 2019 for her course Psycho-Sensory Intervention: Informed and Integrated Mental Health Support for the Treatment of Trauma.  

For more information and to register, follow the link below:
https://www.kimbarthel.ca/event/2019/11/22/psycho-sensory-intervention-informed-and-integrated-mental-health-support-for-the-treatment-of-trauma

Early Bird price: $425

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KYOKAN CONNECTIONS

FREE ONLINE PARENT TALKS – FALL 2019 SCHEDULE

These FREE 60-minute educational sessions begin sharply at 7 pm on the scheduled dates.  ALL sessions are ONLINE and LIVE (are not recorded).

PRE-REGISTRATION is required – please follow the links on the website to register.

DATE	TOPIC
September 19	Creating daily routines for heading back to school
October 3	Helping kids to stay still…for just a little while
October 17	Helping kids take “no” for an answer
November 7	Hosting family meetings that work
November 21	Improving sleep for school aged kids

THE ATTUNED CAREGIVER - PARENT PROGRAM (ONLINE PILOT)

The ONLINE PILOT of The Attuned Caregiver – Parent Program is being launched in the Fall of 2019.  This intensive, emotionally focused, attachment & values-based parent education program invites parents to complete creative learning activities to:

-       Identify and express their core values as parents – because it’s important to live your values if you want your children to learn them.

-       Learn and practice strategies to cultivate a sense of “serenity” and “peace of mind” on a day-to-day basis – because when children live with serenity, they experience peace of mind.

-       Learn and practice strategies to “remain calm when their child can’t” – because when parents can manage their own emotions, they can help children to manage theirs.

-       Learn and practice strategies to attend to, engage with and respond to their children’s needs to understand and express their emotions and solve problems in daily life – because children need to have close, healthy relationships with their parents in order to heal, grow and love fully in their lives.

For more details or to register go to www.OT4Wellness.com

Job Posting with AHS - Developmental Disabilities Mental Health

Hi Colleagues,

I just wanted to pass along that Developmental Disabilities Mental Health is hiring! This is a full-time OT 1 position in Calgary working in our clinic (Arnika). This would be providing assessment, consultation and treatment to clients (Adults with developmental disability and mental health/behaviour concern) of the Arnika clinic. You will have access to treatment space with sensory equipment. If anyone is interested, or knows someone who may be interested in working with the DDMH Team, please forward to them.

 For more details on the posting, go to:

 https://careers.albertahealthservices.ca/

 Enter the position number ALB00117710 into the search field.

The posting closes on September 20.

Ross Greene and Dr. Temple Grandin October 9 - October 10, 2019 innovations conference

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Innovations in Practice Conference 2019 – Mental Health and Behaviour in Children and Adults with Developmental Disabilities – featuring Dr. Ross Greene and Dr. Temple Grandin

October 9 - October 10, 2019 in Edmonton

Dr. Ross Greene and Dr. Temple Grandin are our keynotes at this two day conference!
Children, youth, and adults with developmental disabilities (DD) are vulnerable to high rates of general health and mental health concerns. This conference will focus on practical strategies and partnerships to optimize their potential. Our goal is to help clinicians and caregivers learn effective ways to work with individuals with DD, and their families, in partnership to improve their quality of life experience. The conference will also provide educational and informative psychiatric, behavioural, mental health, and complex physical health updates specific to individuals with DD, and showcase best practices in the field.

Learning Objectives:

-Provide current information to clinicians, family and caregivers about best practices in mental/physical health for individuals with developmental disabilities

-Identify issues and challenges facing individuals with DD, learning new ways to help increase well-being in order to improve quality of life

-Share our knowledge and common experiences with all those attending
www.innovations2019.com

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Occupational Therapy Recovery Conference 2019 Oct 24, 25 2019

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Can you please post the following under events? Thank you.

Occupational Therapy Recovery Conference 2019

October 24-25th. 2019.

Robbins Learning Centre, Royal Alexandra Hospital, Edmonton, AB

Do – Live – Well: Mental Health Promotion Principles and Tools for Practice

The Edmonton Zone Occupational Therapy Practice Council is pleased to present a two-day event to addiction and mental health service providers that offers an opportunity to develop skills and network with peers.

Presenters: Nadine Larivière, OT, PhD and   Sandra Moll, PhD, OT Reg (Ont.)

“Do Live Well” is a health promotion framework developed by Canadian Occupational Therapists that is rooted in an understanding of daily activity patterns and their powerful impact on health and well-being.  In this workshop, you will have an opportunity to reflect on key “Do Live Well” messages, the evidence supporting them, and potential application in a range of mental health settings. You will leave with tools and/or strategies to use in your clinical practice.

To register and for more details, please visit SAOT:
https://www.saot.ca/event/occupational-therapy-recovery-conference-2019/

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Dubasov dance

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Expressive Arts & Movement Programs - Registration Now Open

Dubasov Dance and Wellness Inc.
403-452-7600
dubasovdw@gmail.com
www.dubdw.com

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preschool part-tiome OT position in Sturgeon Public School Division north of Edmonton

--------------------------------------------------------- Do you love working with preschoolers? Come and join our awesome OT team at Sturgeon Public School Division! Sturgeon Public is a lovely small rural school division immediately north of Edmonton / St. Albert.  A beautiful rural commute!

The Sturgeon Public School Division, Central Office, is currently seeking a Part-Time Permanent Occupational Therapist to work as part of the interdisciplinary team and to provide a full range of Occupational Therapy Services under the direction of the Director of Early Childhood Education, Education Services.  Responsibilities: The successful candidate will provide assessment, consultation, screening, program planning and therapeutic interventions to children with diverse needs in school and/or home settings; working with preschool and Kindergarten children. Qualifications and Experience: ·  Degree in Occupational Therapy ·  Required to be a registered member of ACOT (Alberta College of Occupational Therapists) ·  Two or more years of professional experience is preferred ·  Pediatric experience in a school environment is an asset ·  Valid Driver's License required as travel within the School Division is required ·  Excellent interpersonal skills and enjoys working in a "team" environment The Sturgeon Public School Division offers a competitive salary.  Hours of work are 20 to 30 hours per week and can be flexible.  The Sturgeon Public School Division offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes a defined pension as per the General Employment Conditions.  Please note that all new employees to Sturgeon Public School Division are required to provide a recent (6 months current) Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector included prior to the commencement of employment. Applications can be submitted on-line only at www.sturgeon.ab.ca

Fine Motor Camp in October/November 2019 113 Avenue Edmonton

Creating Confident Printers

Growing Changes: Occupational Therapy Services for Children

presents:

Fine Motor Camp in October/November 2019
A four week fun and interactive camp for children in grades 1 - 3 who find printing
or other fine motor activities challenging. The camp will be run by an experienced
pediatric occupational therapist. A multi-sensory approach will be used along with
co-operative games and crafts to practice the skills needed for hand functioning.
This camp is designed for children who may be experiencing mild to moderate
delays in fine motor development or who would benefit from extra practice.
The camp places an emphasis on grasp development, formation of lower case
letters, legible printing, copying shapes and letters, using school tools (pencils,
scissors, glue), in hand manipulation skills, eye hand coordination and strength.
This includes a summary report identifying individual children's strengths, areas
of need, and suggestions for further skill development will be provided.
This camp will use a multi-sensory approach combining fine and gross motor
movement to enhance learning. Parents are encouraged to attend the first of the
four sessions in order to help their child feel more at ease in the group and to
learn how to support their child with printing practice at home.

Days: October 19, 26 and November 2, 9, 2019 (4 sessions)
Time: Printing Basics: 10:00 am - 11:15 am
Cost: $275.00
Where: Highlands Community Centre: 6112 - 113 Avenue Edmonton, AB
Contact: Rebecca Cormier at 780.965.4310 or email
growingchanges@gmail.com to register.
Note: OT services may be covered depending on health plan and are tax
deductible.