Occupational Therapist Full-time Job

We are searching for a Occupational Therapist to join our Moody Hall team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia

Opening in November 2024, Moody Hall will be home to 144 residents and will feature private suites and washrooms, ample natural light, wider hallways, and new equipment. The home is designed with six neighbourhoods for 24 residents. Every neighbourhood has dedicated nursing stations, dining rooms, living rooms, libraries and activity spaces.

At Moody Hall, we will introduce our innovative Main Street, a purposefully designed space that creates a charming, small-town atmosphere encouraging independence and community spirit among residents.

Main Street is a vibrant hub that includes a cozy café, a town hall, theatre, chapel and schoolhouse.

The home is named after Dr. Harold Moody who was a prominent humanitarian and civil rights activist. He spent time in the Bloomsbury area of London where he set up his own general practice after being denied from hospitals because of the colour of his skin. He also formed ‘The League of Coloured People’ with 70 other Central YMCA Club members (Bloomsbury) to support other people suffering racial discrimination.

Together, these features create an inviting, community-focused environment for social interaction and personal independence, making Moody Hall a unique and enriching place to call home.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you’ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (with employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of vendors offering perks and discounts through our WorkPerks program
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex’s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Administers and interprets standardized and non-standardized tests and evaluations to assess resident with occupational therapy related concerns such as level of independence in activities of daily living, seating and mobility, swallowing and meal texture, pressure reduction and skin integrity, splinting
• Develops individualized treatment plans based on clinical records, observation, and referral; confers with interdisciplinary staff in regard to an overall treatment plan for residents
• Evaluates the progress of residents in relation to occupational therapy treatment provided through use of tests and observation; confers with nursing staff and physicians in regard to effectiveness of treatment
• Prepares progress reports, funding requests, and statistical reports relating to occupational therapy treatment program and resident needs and maintains treatment records as required
• Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary team; gives evaluation and progress reports on residents.  Designs and produces adaptive equipment, utensils, splints or other orthotic devices as needed for use by residents; instructs resident and staff in the use of the equipment
• Coordinates management of facility equipment; contacts suppliers for service and maintenance of wheelchairs, geri chairs and power wheelchairs
• Provides staff training on ergonomics, seating assessment, skin integrity, equipment and other related topics as required

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• A Bachelors or Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Occupational Therapists
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of occupational therapy, anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology as related to the practice of occupational therapy, the use of adaptive equipment, wheelchairs, positioning chairs, utensils and splints and knowledge of the potential hazards associated with equipment, tools, and materials used in occupational therapy.
• Previous experience in working in nursing homes or health care environment an asset.
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services, and care.

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, Milestone Communities, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.