Instructor, Special Programs For Persons With Disabilities in Calgary

Work setting

• Urban area
• Associations and non profit organizations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Assess people’s physical limitations, orientation abilities and mobility to establish client rehabilitation
• Instruct in the use of rehabilitative techniques, prosthetic devices and wheelchairs
• Develop individualized education and intervention plans based on special needs of client to facilitate their readaptation and independence objectives
• Supervise office and volunteer staff
• Supervise professional and support staff and students
• Maintain accurate records
• Initiate, design and implement specialized therapy programs
• Implement treatment plans
• Participate in fundraising activities
• Design specialized therapy programs to maintain, rehabilitate or enhance movement, musculoskeletal functioning and performance in sports, work and recreation

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Rehabilitation or Special Education Certificate

Experience and specialization

Target audience

• Children
• Persons with physical disabilities

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Office

Additional information

Security and safety

• Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver’s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Physically demanding
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Dependability

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Mileage paid