Wednesday, 11 September 2013
Monday, 9 September 2013
Private contract in NW Calgary
We are looking for an OT to work with our 5year old son, who has just started Kindergarten. We live in North West Calgary. Please call at 403.547.6547, or email.
Thank you,
Lyndsay Turner
lyndsayturner
Thank you,
Lyndsay Turner
lyndsayturner
Book Club
Book Club !!!
Starting September-October 2013
Calm, Alert and Learning by Steward Shanker
We are three OTs from the Réseau provincial d’adaptation scolaire: multidisciplinary consulting services for the 4 francophone school districts of Alberta, encompassing both REC and SHIP. We are planning to read and discuss Dr Shanker’s book Calm, Alert and Learning: Strategies for self-regulation, and explore its implications for occupational therapy. We are particularly interested in the Canadian Self-Regulation Initiative based in British Columbia that is based on the work of Dr Shanker and the late Stanley Greenspan.
If you are able to engage in a professional discussion in French, are interested in self-regulation, and would like to join us, please contact Andrea Petryk, O.T. atapetryk@reseauadaptation.ca. We are open to a multidisciplinary discussion, if you have colleagues who are interested in joining us as well.
Club de lecture !!!
Débutant en septembre ou octobre 2013
Calm, Alert and Learning par Steward Shanker
Nous sommes trois ergothérapeutes du Réseau provincial d’adaptation scolaire, qui offre des services de consultation multidisciplinaire dans les 4 conseils scolaires de l’Alberta, incluant les services REC et SHIP. Nous entreprenons un projet de lecture et de discussion du livre Calm, Alert and Learning: Strategies for self-regulation, du Dr Shanker, pour explorer les applications de son approche en ergothérapie. Nous nous intéressons également au Canadian Self-Regulation Initiative, qui se déroule présentement en Colombie-Britannique et qui se base sur le travail de Dr Shanker et du Dr Stanley Greenspan. Si vous êtes à l'aise en français et que vous êtes intéressé à discuter d’autorégulation, envoyez un courriel à Andrea Petryk, O.T. à apetryk@reseauadaptation.ca. Une discussion multidisciplinaire est également possible, si vous avez des collègues d’autres disciplines qui voudraient participer.
Wednesday, 4 September 2013
Occupational Therapy Positions in Airdrie Area
Are you an individual who exemplifies outstanding communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills? Do you demonstrate understanding of and commitment to learning within a 21st century education system? Are you an individual who is highly organized, a self-starter, and possesses a high degree of flexibility and confidence? Do you posses advanced technological abilities as well as sound judgement on document sensitivity and matters of confidentiality? The preceding qualities are considered as essential in order to become a strong, contributing member of Rocky View Schools.
Rocky View Schools invites applications from qualified individuals for a permanent 1.0 FTE, (35 hours/week, 1 position) or permanent 0.6 FTE, part-time (21 hours/week, 1 position) Occupational Therapist position for the Airdrie area.
As the successful candidate you possess a degree in Occupational Therapy and be registered with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists and hold a valid practice permit. Ideally, you will have a minimum of two years experience working with young children with occupational therapy delays/disorders and collaborating with classroom teachers. You possess excellent interpersonal/organizational skills. You have the ability to establish a rapport with children as well as maintaining effective working relationships with school personnel. You will have a valid Alberta Class 5 Motor Vehicle Operators License in order to provide services to all Rocky View Schools locations.
We seek candidates possessing the following:
Previous experience working with young childrenSuccessful experience working in a school environment
As the successful candidate, you will be required to submit a current Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check. Please submit your cover letter, resume and the names and contact information of three professional references, to Lynda Hemsworth, Supervisor of Early Intervention for Rocky View Schools at lhemsworth@rockyview.ab.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted
Rocky View Schools invites applications from qualified individuals for a permanent 1.0 FTE, (35 hours/week, 1 position) or permanent 0.6 FTE, part-time (21 hours/week, 1 position) Occupational Therapist position for the Airdrie area.
As the successful candidate you possess a degree in Occupational Therapy and be registered with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists and hold a valid practice permit. Ideally, you will have a minimum of two years experience working with young children with occupational therapy delays/disorders and collaborating with classroom teachers. You possess excellent interpersonal/organizational skills. You have the ability to establish a rapport with children as well as maintaining effective working relationships with school personnel. You will have a valid Alberta Class 5 Motor Vehicle Operators License in order to provide services to all Rocky View Schools locations.
We seek candidates possessing the following:
Previous experience working with young childrenSuccessful experience working in a school environment
As the successful candidate, you will be required to submit a current Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check. Please submit your cover letter, resume and the names and contact information of three professional references, to Lynda Hemsworth, Supervisor of Early Intervention for Rocky View Schools at lhemsworth@rockyview.ab.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted
Fine Motor Camp Oct/Nov 2013 in Edmonton
Growing Changes: Occupational Therapy Services for Children presents:
Fine Motor Camp October/November 2013
A 5 week fun and interactive camp for children in Kindergarten and grades 1 - 3 who find printing, using scissors or other fine motor activities challenging. The camp will be run by two experienced pediatric occupational therapists. 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 letters, legibility, review of lower case, copying, using school tools (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.
This camp will use a multi-sensory approach combining fine and gross motor movement to enhance learning. Parents are welcome to attend the first of the 5 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.
Time: Printing Basics: 10:00 am - 11:00 am daily
When: Saturdays October 19, 26, November 2, 9, and 16
Cost: $250.00
Where: Highlands Community Centre: 6112 - 113 Avenue Edmonton, AB
Contact: Rebecca Summach 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.
Fine Motor Camp October/November 2013
A 5 week fun and interactive camp for children in Kindergarten and grades 1 - 3 who find printing, using scissors or other fine motor activities challenging. The camp will be run by two experienced pediatric occupational therapists. 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 letters, legibility, review of lower case, copying, using school tools (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.
This camp will use a multi-sensory approach combining fine and gross motor movement to enhance learning. Parents are welcome to attend the first of the 5 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.
Time: Printing Basics: 10:00 am - 11:00 am daily
When: Saturdays October 19, 26, November 2, 9, and 16
Cost: $250.00
Where: Highlands Community Centre: 6112 - 113 Avenue Edmonton, AB
Contact: Rebecca Summach 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.
Monday, 19 August 2013
Private OT contract in NW Calgary
Family looking for afterschool OT for 2 hours a month starting in September. See below:
My son is 6 going into grade 1 at our neighbourhood school. He has Autism and mild CP. We live in the NW of Calgary. I plan to focus home therapy on physio & OT (fine motor skills.) I would have 2 hours a month for each then of course a home aide 9 hours a month to work on given goals.
Thank you
Shelley
(403)731-7955
My son is 6 going into grade 1 at our neighbourhood school. He has Autism and mild CP. We live in the NW of Calgary. I plan to focus home therapy on physio & OT (fine motor skills.) I would have 2 hours a month for each then of course a home aide 9 hours a month to work on given goals.
Thank you
Shelley
(403)731-7955
OT looking for volunteer position in Edmonton
My name is Tara and I'm an OT, currently working at the University Hospital in Edmonton. I am very interested in working with pediatric patients, but would like to gain more experience and volunteer my time on evenings or weekends in order to do this. I am open to all types of peds exposure (Physical/Developmental Delays, CP, Feeding/Sensory Processing Disorders etc). I do have some Ped's experience through my student placements and a short temp position at the Stollery Children's Hospital. Please feel free to contact me with any volunteering opportunities in or around Edmonton at tara.exner@
Tara Exner
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