Pediatric OTs who are accepting referrals or looking for office space

 

Please contact

Chelsey Weinbeer  <chelsey@thebrickhousecollective.com>

https://www.thebrickhousecollective.com/

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Occupational Therapists for two schools within Edmonton

Commencing immediately, Building Blocks Therapeutics Inc. is recruiting 1-2 Occupational Therapists for two schools within Edmonton for the remainder of the 2021-2022 school year with a strong possibility of renewal for the 2022-2023 school year.

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For the right candidate Building Blocks is able to offer a comprehensive benefits package.

·         Monthly salary range for this position is $6,400 to $7,900.00 based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE = 40 hours per week) and years of experience.

·         New employees working with Building Blocks Therapeutics Inc. must be fully vaccinated and submit proof of vaccination as a condition of employment before their first scheduled workday

·         The Occupational Therapist in this position is primarily responsible for assessment, consultation, capacity building for staff and families. The Occupational Therapist will work with Speech Language Pathologist, Behavioral Specialist and those addressing the needs of children in preschool and school age children.

• The right candidate for this position should have professional expertise to identify, diagnose and treat delays and disorders in fine- and gross-motor, visual perceptual, regulation, and self-help. They will also be required to demonstrate for teachers and parents effective, occupational therapy strategies that support the needs of all learners.

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    FUNCTION AND PURPOSE

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Collaboration

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·         Liaise closely with the teachers, educational assistants, the multi-disciplinary team and parents who participate as part of each child’s support team.

·         Consult and participate in meetings with other professionals (both within and outside of the school); make recommendations for additional services for children/students as needed.

·         Support classroom teams to implement strategies within the classroom environment.

·         Provide in servicing to teachers, Educational Assistants, and families to help support needs.

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Instructional Support

 

·         Develop and recommend activities to target individual goals and needs of children/students.

·         Demonstrate activities with large and small groups of children/students.

·         Collaborate to develop programming adaptations and strategies as required.

·         Support teachers and school teams in transitioning children/students to other grades/programs/schools.

·         Participate in development of department resources and initiatives as directed by the OT supervisor.

Activities to maintain professional accreditation as per ACOT guidelines.

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·         EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

·         Graduate of a Masters or Bachelors of Science in Occupational Therapy or equivalent.

·         Registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapist (ACOT) is mandatory; continuing professional development as per ACOT guidelines; professional liability as per ACOT guidelines.

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Experience

Experience working in preschool, kindergarten and an educational setting is preferred; experience in pediatrics is strongly recommended.

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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ATTITUDES

·         Ability to administer, score and interpret standardized pediatric occupational therapy assessments.

·         Identify difficulties in fine-motor, visual-motor, perceptual-motor, self-help, and regulation

·         Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.

·         Write assessments and treatment reports to share with parents and professionals internal and external to the Independent School.

·         Ability to work independently while under the general direction of Occupational Therapy Supervisor.

·         Effective decision-making and leadership qualities.

·         Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Effective at creating and delivering presentations and learning sessions.

·         Ability to use technology to deliver services virtually (learning sessions, meetings, resources).

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 ·         WORKING CONDITIONS

Flexible working hours ---

Usually at a different school every day (may be required to travel between schools during the day).
Travel within Edmonton, and the use of a personal vehicle, is required.---

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Interested Candidates please email your resume to buildingblockstherapeuticsinc@gmail.com  

 

job posting Elk Island - 2 part time positions

Elk Island Public Schools is recruiting a two part-time Occupational Therapists on a term certain basis for our Support for Students department. Our Support for Students department is located at our Central Office in Sherwood Park. Commencing February 7, 2022 Ending June 29, 2022 32 hours per week EIPS offers a comprehensive benefits package for term certain employees Monthly salary range for this position is $6,454.67 to $7,948.50 based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE = 40 hours per week) New employees to the Division must be fully vaccinated and submit proof of vaccination as a condition of employment before their first scheduled workday The Occupational Therapist in this position is primarily responsible for assessment, consultation, capacity building for staff and families. The Occupational Therapist is part of the EIPS Supports for Students team serving preschool and school age children. For more information and application information please click here: https://eips.simplication.com/Applicant/AttSearchex.aspx?DirectLink=1

PICKY EATING GROUP ON THURSDAYS SEPTEMBER 16,23,30, OCTOBER 7, 14,21 in Edmonton

 

IS THIS GROUP FOR SUITABLE

FOR YOUR CHILD?

Child is a picky eater

Child refuses to try new foods

Concerns child is not eating from all the

food groups

Mealtimes are a constant battle

QUALIFICATIONS

Age 4 - 7. Child must be able to sit for at least

10 minutes at the table.

ABOUT THE PICKY EATERS GROUP

Picky Eaters Group will provide caregivers with practical feeding

strategies to help their child accept new foods into their diet. We

will explore fun ways to play with food and get your child more

involved in the mealtime routine. Caregivers will also learn

strategies to select and prepare foods for your child, so they are

more likely to give it a try.

Feeding Evaluation

Each family will be asked to complete a feeding history

questionnaire prior to the start of the group and identify at least 3

foods you would like your child to learn to eat.

Feeding Treatment

There will be a total of 6 sessions. Each treatment session is 1 hour.

The therapists will work with the child and the family once a week

to assess and address the various factors involved with eating.

The goal of the treatment is to target individual goals of the child

and assist caregivers in creating a successful home program.

Individual recommendations will be provided at the end of this

group.

Please let usknow if your child is on a special diet such as gluten

free, casein free, lactose free, wheat free or if they have any

allergies.

*This group requires a minimum number of children in order to run

DETAILS Days: Thursdays - September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21 2021 (6 sessions) 

Time: 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. 

Where: Peter Pan Child Care Centre 3697 Millwoods Road NW, Edmonton, AB

Cost: $425.00 

Occupational Therapy services may be covered depending on health plan and are tax deductible. 

How to Register Phone: 780.965.4310 Email: growingchanges@gmail.com 

Children's Autism Services of Edmonton is seeking a Permanent, Full-time or Part-time Occupational Therapist

 Children's Autism Services of Edmonton is seeking a Permanent, Full-time or Part-time Occupational Therapist for our dynamic and growing organization. We provide family-centered services within the home, school or community to meet the complex needs of children who have autism and other developmental disorders. We also provide respite, a daycare program, diagnostic services, specialized feeding services and counseling services to children and families. 

 

As an Occupational Therapist working with our organization, you will become part of a multi-disciplinary team providing assessment, intervention plans and coaching to parents, teachers and support staff.  At Children’s Autism Services of Edmonton, you will enjoy: 

 

• The flexibility of building your own schedule 
• Feeling that you are making a difference with families 
• Working with colleagues who are leaders in the field of autism; including: other Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, Psychologists, Behaviour Consultants, Educational Consultants, Registered Dietician, Social Workers and Physical Therapist 
• A strong, supportive teamwork environment 
• Two state-of-the art treatment campuses 
• A strong professional development focus 
• Laptop, cell phone and resources provided 
• Competitive salary, an excellent benefit package and group RRSP matching 
• Paid travel time and mileage 

 

To apply, you must have: 

• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent 
• Registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT) 
• Your own vehicle and valid driver’s license 
• Excellent communication and organizational skills 
• Passion and commitment for working with children and their families 
• All hires must provide proof of professional liability insurance, a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector, Child Welfare check and First Aid & level-C CPR 
  
  
  To apply for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter to 
  
  hr@childrensautism.ca 
  
   
  
  Please see our website for detailed information about our organization 
  
  www.childrensautism.ca 
  
   

feeding camp for picky eaters in August in Edmonton

Feeding camp for picky eaters in August in Edmonton

Fine Motor Spring Camp in April/May 2020 in Edmonton

Creating Confident Printers
Growing Changes: Occupational Therapy Services for Children

presents:

Fine Motor Spring Camp in April/May 2020

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: April 18, 25, May 2, 9 (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.

OT in Edmonton area accepting new clients

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I am a private OT specializing in social cognitive skills. 

I am an OT who works extensively in social cognitive skills, particularly social thinking curriculum. I am not affiliated or endorsed by Michelle Garcia Winner or Think Social Publishing. I am accepting new clients in the Edmonton, AB area. Contact Information is nicolehnatiuk.ot@gmail.com

Bio: Nicole Hnatiuk is an occupational therapist/social-cognitive therapist in Edmonton, Alberta. Nicole received her Bachelor of Science (2010) and Master of Science-Occupational Therapy (2012) from the University of Alberta. Nicole works as an occupational therapist in a local school district working with children from ages 4-20, including implementing Social Thinking® into programming. Nicole’s interest in Social Thinking® began when she noticed that many educators would ask for strategies for kids who struggled with their “social skills”. Since 2014, Nicole has been passionate about building her skills in Social Thinking® methodology. She has attended eight Social Thinking® conference days, completed Social Thinking® Clinical Training Program (2018) and volunteered for the month long Social Thinking® Summer Session B at Social Thinking® Stevens Creek clinic in San Jose, CA (2019).

www.greyareathinkers.ca

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Hand Assessment for Infants Workshop April 2,3 2020 - & Mini-Assisting Hand Assessment Workshop April 4,5, 2020

Workshop April 2,3 2020 - April 4.5, 2020


The Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital will bring two wonderful researchers and authors to Canada to certify therapists in rating of baby hand function. We will welcome Lena Krumlinde-Suldholm of Seeden and Susan Greaves of Australia to Canada again! Registration is capped at 20 so register early!

Hand Assessment for Infants Workshop & Mini-Assisting Hand Assessment Workshop
Thursday, April 2, 2020 - Sunday, April 5, 2020
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital
10230 111 Avenue Northwest

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

THE HAND ASSESSMENT FOR INFANTS (HAI): April 2 & 3, 2020
A NEW TEST TO MEASURE INFANTS USE OF HANDS, EACH HAND SEPARATELY AND BOTH HANDS TOGETHER

THE MINI-ASSISTING HAND ASSESSMENT: April 4 & 5, 2020
A NEW TEST TO MEASURE HOW YOUNG CHILDREN WITH UNILATERAL CEREBRAL PALSY USE THEIR AFFECTED HAND DURING BIMANUAL PLAY

https://www.event-wizard.com/miniaha2020/0/register/

Looking for an OT to support our child in Edmonton

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Hi OTs, 

Looking for an OT to support our child In the areas of feeding and swallowing, toileting and all self care skills. 

~  looking for an OT to support one child once or twice per week.

~ located in north side just off Yellowhead trail and St. Albert trail .

If you are interested please Contact 

Emily at 1ph@outlook.com . 

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Torticollis & Plagiocephaly FEBRUARY 1-2, 2020 in Edmonton

Torticollis & Plagiocephaly: Assessment & Treatment of Infants & Children

“Pulling it Together”

     This dynamic evolving course will concentrate on progressive, effective evaluation and treatment schemes for infants and young children with a diagnosis of torticollis with or without plagiocephaly, including challenging cases. The course is designed to provide therapists with current research and recommendations pertaining to the implications of torticollis, sleep posture and increased use of positional devices on infant postural and motor development. Current evidence-based clinical pathways and guidelines for management of torticollis, movement impairments and infant head shape, including Clinical Practice Guidelines from APTA - Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy, will be discussed and incorporated. Red flags for related early infancy and preschool diagnoses will be appraised. Current functional, clinically oriented evaluation and evidence based treatment strategies for infants and young children that can be integrated into routines and play will be provided. Diagnostic procedures and surgical intervention will be reviewed. Recommendations for follow-up and secondary specialist consultations will be presented. Emphasis on home exercise programs, effective strategies, and long term follow-up to team with parents will be explored throughout both days.

            Learning opportunities for therapists and medical professionals involved in pediatrics will transpire through lecture, case reports, group problem solving, video review, patient demonstration and lab practicum. The extensive use of pictures and videos throughout the 2 days of intensive course materials will allow participates to problem solve and identify movement and tissue impairments related to the diagnosis of torticollis, providing functional ways to evaluate and treat.

SUGGESTED AUDIENCE: Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapists; Nurses, including NICU,        Nurse Practitioners, Orthotists, Physician Assistants, and Physicians

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1.       Identify the incidence, etiology and pathophysiology of torticollis and discuss the importance of early identification and early referral through systematic screenings and evaluations by health care providers

2.       Identify the impact of torticollis on movement and associated body structures and function.

3.       Problem solve current evidenced based treatment regimes for torticollis

4.          Identify the impact on head shape that may be present with a diagnosis of torticollis

   a. Discuss guidelines, available research and problem solve solutions to manage                                  

      including helmet criteria and treatment                                                                                    

5.             Discuss the relationship of “the change in sleep posture,” effects of increased positional devices, and environmental influences on postural development

6.             Relate current research and recommendations pertaining to SIDS and the efficacy of back to sleep        a. Review diagnoses related to the health policy change

7.             Collaborate and cultivate parent/caregiver’s understanding of the child’s health condition, interventions, and compliance to home education/therapy program. and follow-up recommendations.

8.             Establish individualized goals and incorporate family centered evidenced based treatment regimes as part of their home education/therapy program. 

Faculty Description:

Having served the pediatric population since 1977, Cindy Miles, PT, PhD. PCS, CNDT established her pediatric private practice in 1981. Dr. Miles is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh, School of Health Related Professionals and East Stroudsburg University with a Master of Education in exercise physiology. She also holds a PhD in Pediatric Science from the Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. Her doctoral research was on potential risk factors related to the diagnosis of Torticollis. She is Board Certified by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties as a Pediatric Clinical Specialist, specializing in treating children from birth through to young adults. Cindy completed the eight week Pediatric NeuroDevelopmental training course and the Advanced Infant course. Dr. Miles is serving as President of the Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy (APPT) and is presently the Co-Chair and Meeting Planner for the Academy’s Annual Conference (APPTAC).  She held the titles of  APPT Treasurer, Treasurer Elect and pediatric sports, fitness SIG chair. Dr. Miles presents nationally on pediatric private practice and reimbursement as well as nationally and internationally on Torticollis, Plagiocephaly, and Fitness for All Abilities. She has published in peer review journals and books on topics related to pediatric physical therapy. www.cindymiles.com or www.traintotriumph.com

PLAGIOCEPHALY AND TORTICOLLIS

CINDY MILES     FEBRUARY 1-2, 2020

Registration Form

Name:                                                                                                                                      

 Phone #:                                                                                                                                     

Address:                                                                                                                                  

Email Address:                                                                                                                          

Payment

Name:                                                                                                                                     

Credit Card #:                                                             Expiry date (mm/yy):                           

Signature:                                                                                                                              

 Internet payment is also available -please email physio.deb@hotmail.com

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 

Cost: Early bird (before December 1, 2019) $700.00 (This fee includes course manual, lunch and snacks)

          After December1, 2019  - $750.00

Time:  8:30 - 5:30 pm daily

35 Participant Max

Location: Sandman Signature Edmonton South Hotel, 10111 Ellerslie Rd SW, Edmonton, Alberta, (780) 430-7263

Accommodations: A block of rooms have been reserved at a discounted rate at the Sandman Signature Edmonton South Hotel. Please contact Deb Humphries for the required code.

Please fax registration form to Dawson Creek Physiotherapy Clinic - Fax:  250-782-3734

Send cheque payable to NEORC to:

Dawson Creek PhysiotherapyClinic,

10500 10th St,

 Dawson Creek, BC, V1G 3T9 Phone: 250-782-3736

Course Cancellation policy: Cancellations prior to December 1, 2019 will be refunded the registration less $50 administration fee. No refunds accepted December 1, 2019, or later.

Course Schedule

Day 1

 8:00 - 8:30           Registration

 8:30 - 10:30         Etiology, Pathophysiology, Incidence

                                Lab

                                SIDS Research

                                                Health Policy Shift

                                                Sleep Position

                                Changing Symptomatology/Clinical Implications

                                Health Policy Shift-Impact on Development/Compensatory Postures

10:30 - 10:45    Break

10:45 - 12:30          Anatomy Review  

                                  Differential Diagnosis

                                  Associated Pathologies/Impairments

                                                  Ocular Torticollis

                                                  GERD

                                                  Hip Dysplasia

                                                                Extension Bias/Hypotonia

                                                                Toe Walking   

                                                                Lab                                       

12:30 - 1:30            Lunch

1:30 - 3:15            Developmental Components

                                                Treatment/Movement Components

                                Vision Development                          

                                Assessment

                                                Documentation

                Goal Planning

                HEP

  3:15 - 3:30            Break

  3:30 - 5:30            Treatment Indicators                        

 Day 2

             7:30 - 8:00              Registration

             8:00 - 10:00            Plagiocephaly/Craniosynostosis

                                                Anatomy

                                                Etiology/Incidence

                                                Assessment

                                                Treatment

Helmet Criteria

Outcomes

Case Reviews

Facial Asymmetry              

    10:00 - 10:15         Break

    10:15 - 12:00         Treatment:

Clinical Pathways/Protocols/Outcomes

Manual Stretching/Functional Range of Motion (Lab)

Functional Strengthening

Functional Play

   12:00 - 1:00             Lunch

   1:00 - 3:00               Treatment: (continued)

                                                      Manual Techniques

Problem Solving Participant Cases

Positioning/Including NICU

HEP

Taping (Lab)/Tot Collar

  3:00 - 3:15 Break

  3:15 - 5:00 Case Reviews

                                      Clinical Decision Making/Follow-up                           

                                      Botox

Surgical Intervention

Related Infant Trends                                                      

Summary/Conclusions