Why our employees enjoy working at Thames Valley Children's Centre
In our recent employee survey, results show TVCC staff are more engaged in their jobs, team and organization compared to the average ratings in similar organizations.
TVCC offers:
- Interesting and Challenging Work: Meaningful work assists in the accomplishment of our mission and meeting the needs of our clients providing a sense of personal accomplishment and the opportunity to make decisions and problem solve.
- Positive Working Environment: Our family-centered care principles of mutual respect, openness and support are the basis of our working relationships.
- Flexible Working Schedule: We believe it is important to balance career and home life and therefore we offer flexible working schedules and care for others days.
Apply to join one of our rewarding teams today!
To apply, please email your resume (as an attachment in .pdf or Microsoft Word format) to Human Resources at apply [at] tvcc.on.ca. In the subject line of your email, please indicate the position you are interested in.
While all applications are appreciated only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
TVCC is committed to making our recruitment and selection process accessible to all candidates. Accommodations for disabilities are available upon request.
Current Opportunities
Physiotherapist - School Therapy Services
Physiotherapist - Acute Pedeatric Rehabiliation Services
Occupational Therapist - Autism and Behavioural Services
Physiotherapist
We are currently recruiting to fill a full time (37.5 hours per week) regular Physiotherapist position in School Therapy Services. This position runs for 10 months each year from September to end of June; resuming the following September. The designated office for this position will be in London or St. Thomas.
This exciting, dynamic role provides therapy services to students in schools within Middlesex and Elgin counties and involves working with a variety of fellow clinicians, educators and parents to help children and youth participate in their school environment.
Responsibilities:
- Provide individualized school-based intervention in a direct/mediated/consultative approach. Also provide consultative intervention at the classroom/school level.
- Assess and advise and provide education to school personnel, clients/families and others in areas including mobility, transfers, gross motor skills, respiratory skills, etc. Make recommendations for equipment, accessibility, assistance, exercise, activity, positioning, chest clearance, etc
- Prepare and support children and families in the transition to school and throughout school life;
- Plan services as part of a multi-disciplinary team that includes the family, other care providers, school board personnel, volunteers, staff from other agencies, and other TVCC staff;
- Participate in ongoing program development;
- Supervision of students and support personnel may be required.
Qualifications:
- Registered with the College of Physical Therapists of Ontario;
- Experience in paediatrics is preferred;
- Excellent communication and organizational skills;
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team setting;
- Computer proficiency including MS Office Suite 2010 package of software;
- Valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle are required;
- Current First Aid and CPR certification;
- Ability to provide services in French would be considered an asset.
Application deadline: This position will remain open until filled.
Physiotherapist
We are currently recruiting for a full time (37.5 hours per week) regular Physiotherapist in the Acute Paediatric Rehabilitation Service, in the Children’s Hospital of Western Ontario - London. This service is contracted from Children’s Hospital to TVCC to meet the acute rehabilitation needs of inpatients with a variety of conditions including but not limited to acquired brain injury, neurological, cancer, cardiorespiratory needs, orthopaedic, trauma and multisystem disorders. We also support several outpatient clinics for specific populations.
This position is expected to begin in October 2020.
Responsibilities:
- Assessment and intervention of children with a variety of needs to support medical care and discharge from hospital
- Provide education to caregivers and hospital staff
- Assist with coordination of client follow-up upon discharge
- Areas of intervention include splinting, ROM and joint mobilization, mobility and ambulation, chest clearance, breathing facilitation, activity tolerance, pain management, and developmental assessments
Qualifications:
- Registration with the Ontario College of Physiotherapists
- A range of experience in neurological, orthopedic and respiratory areas would be an asset
- Experience in an acute care setting
- Excellent communication, and ability to engage and influence others
- Effective time management skills, including caseload prioritization and management
- Competency with electronic communication and documentation
- Demonstrated ability to excel in a collaborative team setting
- Experience in pediatrics is preferred
- Computer proficiency including MS Office Suite 2010 package of software
- Current certification in First Aid and CPR
- Ability to provide services in French would be an asset
Application deadline: This position will remain open until filled.
Occupational Therapist
We are currently recruiting for a part-time (18.75 hours per week), temporary Occupational Therapist to provide services in Autism & Behavioural Services. The designated office for this position will be London. The successful candidate will provide services to clients living in Elgin, Middlesex, Oxford, Huron, Perth, Grey and Bruce counties. Occasional travel within this geographic area may be required. This position is expected to begin as soon as possible and end March 26, 2021.
The new Ontario Autism Program funding model includes Occupational Therapy as eligible services which families can purchase with their allotted funds; this position will be part of the services for purchase within TVCC. The successful candidate must be available for possible work in early mornings, evenings and on Saturdays.
Responsibilities:
- Provide screenings, assessment, consultation and intervention across the scope of OT practice including: sensory/regulation, fine and gross motor, daily functional activities (toileting, feeding, dressing), written communication, environmental adaptations, etc.
- Provide virtual and in-person individual and group treatment at TVCC locations, in community centres and occasionally in client homes for children and youth with autism ranging in age from 2 years old to school exit
- Contribute to curriculum development and programming
- Participate in team and family meetings including initial Fee for Service family meetings
Qualifications:
- Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
- Individual Authorizer for Augmentative and Alternative Communication Devices
- Clinical experience working with a diverse child and youth population
- Strong collaborative practice with experience working closely with Behavioural services and other disciplines
- Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to quickly establish trusting relationships, and ability to receive and incorporate feedback
- A valid driver’s licence and access to a vehicle
- Excellent computer skills; including proficiency in MS Office Suite 2010 package of programs, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Current certification in First Aid and CPR
- Proficiency in French Language is considered an asset
Application deadline: September 20, 2020
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