Casual Therapy Assistant (TA-CA22-999)

Location
916 18A Street, Calgary, AB T2N 1C6
 
Full job description
About Bethany

Bethany Care Society (Bethany) is one of Western Canada’s largest not-for-profit providers of care, housing, and community services for seniors and adults with disabilities. Since 1945, Bethany has provided high-quality, person-centred care focused on the unique physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of our residents and tenants. We create caring communities to support Albertans to age well.

Why Bethany?

Bethany has won Alberta Top Employer for 15 years for the programs we invest in for our employees. We offer top-ups for maternal leaves, generous vacation and leave time, competitive salaries, benefits, and retirement savings programs. We are committed to employee well-being and giving back to our community. We invest in our people because they are the reason for our success.

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Working at Bethany
*INTERNAL APPLICANTS* Internal applicants must utilize their @bethanyseniors.com email address in order to be considered for the role; failure to do so may result in omission from the selection process.
About the Role
Under the direction and supervision of the Occupational Therapist, the Occupational Therapist Attendant (OTA) is accountable for providing opportunities for the residents to realize their maximum potential.
Enables residents to perform daily activities and maintain a responsive atmosphere of resident-focused care
Informs the Occupational Therapist of resident needs and assists in implementing change while promoting a safe environment for residents, team and self
Participates in the planning and implementation of resident activities and the operation of the department as directed by the Occupational Therapist
Provides services responsive to the holistic needs of the residents and promotes choice while maintaining dignity and facilitating independence

What You Will Do
Individual responsibilities will fall under five main areas of focus:
Resident-Centered Care: Promotes service excellence and is responsive to the residents’ needs in accordance with resident care plans, policies and procedures. Assists residents with all activities of daily living as required, while maintaining the resident’s privacy and dignity.
Documentation: Accurately and comprehensively documents and reports care and related observations to the Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in a timely manner. Monitors, observes and documents residents’ holistic needs in the health care record, including the physical, psychological, spiritual, social and emotional well-being of the resident.
Safety: Contributes to a safe environment for residents, the team and self by understanding and adhering to safety guidelines and practices at all times. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of all resident, occupational health and safety and emergency preparedness and response policies and procedures.
Pro-active Learner: Demonstrates the vision and values of Bethany and lives out the mission of Creating Caring Communities.
Team Work: Cares for and works cooperatively with others as an effective team member. Participates with other interdisciplinary team members in evaluating and changing the documented care needs of residents.
What You Bring
High School Diploma or equivalent plus a Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant Diploma.
Must be able to perform lifts and maneuver/transfer patients.
Shall possess good interpersonal, verbal, written and communication skills.
Previous experience working in rehabilitation or continuing care settings with special interest in working with the elderly and young adults living with disabilities preferred.
Position Information:

Posting Number: 25-9118
Position Number: TA-CA22-999
Location: Bethany Calgary
Classification: Therapy Assistant
Department:2122
Union: AUPE
FTE: 0.00
Position Type: Casual
Shift and Hours of Work: Various
Shift Per Cycle: Various
Posting Closing Date: August 4, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Position Start Date: August 22, 2025
How to Apply:
Like what you see and think you have what it takes to join our team?
*INTERNAL APPLICANTS* Internal applicants must utilize their @bethanyseniors.com email address in order to be considered for the role; failure to do so may result in omission from the selection process.
Apply Online at:
http://bethanyseniors.com/careers/
by submitting your resume and cover letter.
All applicants are thanked for their interest. Only those selected to move forward will be contacted.
Bethany Care Society is an equal opportunity employer.

Successful candidates will be required to obtain a Criminal Background Check and provide proof of all mandatory immunizations.

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