[B] Physio Therapist Reg FT (BMR OTPT 1.00) AgeCare Mount Royal

About Us

At AgeCare our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents homes and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity:

The Physiotherapist assesses plans implements and evaluates physical therapy interventions to support residents living with complex mental health and cognitive conditions. This role focuses on promoting functional independence enhancing quality of life supporting behavioral stability through movement and activity and preventing further physical and psychosocial decline.

What Is In It For You:

• Assesses and reassesses residents to identify physical cognitive and behavioral factors impacting mobility function and participation.

• Develops individualized goal-oriented treatment plans that reflect both physical rehabilitation and mental health needs.

• Utilizes therapeutic interventions to support regulation reduce responsive behaviors and promote safe mobility and independence.

• Collaborates closely with the interdisciplinary team (including nursing mental health clinicians recreation and physicians) to ensure a consistent and holistic approach to resident care.

• Adapts treatment approaches using trauma-informed and recovery-oriented principles

• Provides recommendations for environmental modifications adaptive equipment and strategies to support safety and function.

• Participates in care conferences behavior support planning and interdisciplinary rounds

• Maintains accurate documentation resident statistics and outcome measures.

• Contributes to the development review and updating of Rehab Department policies and procedures with consideration for mental health best practices.

• Supports education and coaching for staff related to safe mobility behavioral supports and therapeutic approaches.

• May orient or supervise staff students or volunteers.

• Ensures equipment and the treatment environment promote safety accessibility and therapeutic engagement for residents and staff.

What You Will Need:

• Graduate of an approved Canadian Physiotherapy program.

• Active registration and membership in good standing with the Alberta College of Physiotherapists.

• Experience working with individuals with mental health conditions dementia or complex behaviors is preferred.

• AADL Authorizer status is an asset.

• Experience with MDS/RAI and familiarity with LTC or supportive living environments is preferred.

If youre motivated by the privilege of serving our seniors with dignity respect and compassion come join us!