Occupational Therapist AgeCare McKenzie Towne

• The Opportunity We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents.
• In this role, you will assess, treat, and support residents experiencing challenges with function and adaptive behavior.
• Your work will help residents develop, maintain, and regain independence in the areas of self-care, productivity, and leisure, enhancing their quality of life in a supportive care environment.
• You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to deliver high-quality, person-centered occupational therapy services that promote independence, safety, and well-being.
• What You’ll Do As an Occupational Therapist, you will play a key role in delivering quality care through the following processes: Assessment Conduct comprehensive resident assessments upon admission and on an ongoing basis.
• Identify functional abilities and areas requiring therapeutic support.
• Contribute to the development of individualized care plans.
• Care Planning & Collaboration Develop treatment goals and therapy plans tailored to each resident.
• Communicate plans and progress with the Occupational Therapy team and interdisciplinary care team.
• Participate in resident care conferences and therapy rounds.
• Treatment Implementation Deliver therapeutic programs that support resident goals and functional improvement.
• Encourage active resident participation in therapy and wellness programs.
• Provide interventions that promote health, prevent injury, and improve comfort.
• Evaluation & Progress Monitoring Monitor and evaluate resident progress toward treatment goals.
• Adjust therapy plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Documentation & Professional Practice Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Deliver care in accordance with Occupational Therapy standards, safety practices, and ethical guidelines.
• Practice in compliance with the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists Code of Ethics and applicable provincial regulations.
• Resident Safety & Quality Care Provide direct resident care in a safe and supportive environment.
• Identify and report safety concerns and collaborate on solutions with leadership and the care team.
• Advocate for best practices and continuous improvement in resident care.
• What You Bring Registration in good standing with the applicable provincial regulatory body and the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists.
• Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy or completion of a Rehabilitation Therapist Diploma.
• Experience in continuing care, long-term care, or gerontology is preferred.
• Strong passion for advocating for the role of occupational therapy in improving resident quality of life.
• Compassion, empathy, and a genuine desire to help others.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Minimum two years of geriatric clinical experience preferred.
• Ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and staff.
• A current Vulnerable Sector Check (within 6 months) including Criminal Background Check, or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer: Competitive Pay &

Benefits

Competitive salary with health benefits and paid time off. Career Growth: Opportunities for training, education, and advancement. Supportive Culture: A diverse and inclusive HR team. Meaningful Work: Supports staff wanting to bring their best selves to work and provide best care for the resident population we serve.

Recognition

• Your hard work is celebrated and rewarded. About AgeCare For over 25 years, AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant and supportive communities, providing high-quality care and fostering meaningful connections. With over 50 communities across Alberta, BC and Ontario, we offer a comfortable, home-like atmosphere where residents can age with dignity and respect. Guided by our values of trust, quality, respect and teamwork, our compassionate and dedicated team is at the core of our success, ensuring that residents enjoy a rich quality of life in an environment tailored to their needs. Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional care and excited to join a compassionate, dedicated team, AgeCare is the place for you! Help us create a welcoming and nurturing home for our residents. Apply today! At AgeCare, we value diversity and inclusion and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
• Work
• Location:
• AgeCare
• McKenzie
• Towne
• Address: 80
• Promenade
• Way
• SE,
• Calgary,
• AB
• T2Z 4G4
• Employment
• Type:
• Regular
• Part
• Time
• FTE: 0.47 If you’re motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity, respect and compassion, come join us! Since 1998 AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant communities that celebrate and support aging with dignity, independence and community interaction for seniors. We offer our residents a safe and secure home-like atmosphere where they and their families can be assured peace of mind. We want to hear from you if you are a talented, motivated, and embrace our guiding principles of:
• Trust:
• Act with integrity and fairness
• Respect:
• Treat everyone with dignity, kindness, and compassion
• Quality:
• Relentlessly pursue excellence in care and service
• Teamwork: Uplift each other with positive energy and support