About Us

Vibrant Community Health (“Vibrant”) operates from a commitment to provide a dynamic and client-centred approach to enhancing the quality of life and health outcomes for individuals living in mid/north Toronto, particularly vulnerable individuals with complex needs including physical disabilities, social isolation, members of racialized communities and complex older adults.

Vibrant provides community-based primary and preventative healthcare, health promotion and attendant care services to the broader community. Our Mission is building healthier communities using integrated services to empower individuals living with complex issues.

We are looking for a Physiotherapist to provide treatment, advocacy and intervention to assist individuals to achieve and maintain independence in all facets of their life.

Position Overview

The Physiotherapist works with an interdisciplinary team to provide health care to the clients we serve, including complex seniors, people with physical/mobility disabilities, youth, and other complex populations. The Physiotherapist takes into consideration the social determinants of health within a model of care which emphasizes prevention, health promotion, health education and participates in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programs and services for clients and the Vibrant community. The Physiotherapist is responsible for supporting the organization’s mission values and objectives while working in accordance with relevant legislation and standards of medical practice.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that appropriate treatment is delivered by assessing and treating clients using recognized hands-on physiotherapy techniques, conducting functional evaluations, educating clients and managing their care using health education/counselling techniques and other physiotherapy activities, according to the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.
• Maintain complete and accurate client records, assessment notes and required correspondence.
• Ensure up to date chart documentation and data entry, participate in chart reviews, case conferences, peer consultation and make appropriate internal and external referrals.
• Provide ongoing consultation, coordination, liaison and referral to other agencies, institutions and health care professionals.
• Ensure physiotherapy areas, resources, materials and equipment are maintained.
• Participate in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of treatment, primarily for clients with chronic neurological conditions, including spinal cord injury and older adults with acute and chronic musculoskeletal dysfunction
• Recommend strategies to individuals and groups regarding ways to optimize functional skills, abilities, safety, and accessibility in the home and the community.
• Contribute to identifying needs within the community and participating in the development of new programs which address those needs.
• Contribute to programs and services cycle of planning and evaluation, and participate in organizational planning, committees, and staff meetings as appropriate.
• Develop partnerships and alliances to optimize health care service provision and address the needs of the community.
• Support the Vision, Mission, and Core Values of Vibrant Community Health and ensure that organizational accountability systems are implemented.
• Maintain and further professional competence and knowledge relevant to practice through appropriate continuing education activities (i.e. peer interaction, literature review, conferences, courses, educational leave, professional association membership).

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Physiotherapy from a recognized university, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Registration in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario.
• Eligibility for membership with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association.
• Thorough knowledge of and proficiency in current physiotherapy techniques.
• Three to five years' experience working with people with a variety of neurological conditions in a community health or hospital setting.
• Experience working with older adults and/or in falls prevention.
• Experience working in a community-based setting is considered an asset.
• NDT/Bobath training is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of community-based health care.
• Experience in program development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, an asset.
• Knowledge of the Assisted Device Program & willingness to become an ADP authorizing agent an asset.
• Proficient in the use of electronic health records and a commitment to leveraging technology to enhance care delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to interact effectively with clients from diverse practice population, age and physical ability, and with colleagues.
• Solid communication, decision-making, problem-solving, conflict management, organizational and time management skills.

Salary: $64,985 - $78,297 per year (based on experience, including benefits and HOOPP)

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours weekly

Starting Date: ASAP

Status: Permanent, Unionized, UFCW Local 175

Work Location: On-Site, Yonge and Eglinton

We sincerely thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Vibrant Community Health is committed to following the principles of dignity, independence, and equal opportunity in the delivering of its goods and services and fostering an inclusive environment for our clients, volunteers, and staff. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/persons of colour, persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ2S persons, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact hr@vibranthealthcare.ca.