Falls Prevention Program Instructor (AbleLiving Services) at Thrive Group

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Apr, 26

Salary

30.6

Posted On

07 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Kinesiology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, CPR Certification, Leadership, Instruction, Customer-Centered, Empathy, Motivation, Monitoring, Collaboration, Program Development, Vulnerable Sector Search, Medical Clearance

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

We are currently hiring a Part Time Falls Prevention Program Instructor to join our team in the Burlington, Hamilton & surrounding area! Interested in bringing your talent to our team? Here is what we offer: Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) Health Benefits Ongoing opportunities for education, training, development and growth Tuition reimbursement opportunities Employee Assistance Program $500 signing bonus! Thrive Group is proud to be certified as one of Canada’s Great Places to Work®! In addition, we have been recognized an awarded as: 2025 Best Workplaces in Health Care 2025 Best Workplaces™ for Giving Back 2024/2025 Best Workplaces™ with the Most Trusted Executive Team 2024 Top 50 Best Workplaces in Canada We’re thrilled to be acknowledged for our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace! POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Occupational Therapist, this position delivers safe, evidence-based Falls Prevention programming to seniors in the community. This position assists in building and maintaining the Falls Prevention program manual, reviewing and making revisions as necessary. The Program Instructor assists seniors through the exercise program, through motivation, demonstrating modified options, and monitoring to ensure participants are safe. This position is responsible for reporting on Key Performance Indicators and participant outcome measures, as well at quarterly attendance reports. The Program Instructor works collaboratively with point-persons at designated host locations to promote the program and encourage participation. EMPLOYMENT GUIDE: Degree in Kinesiology, Occupational Therapist Assistant or Physical Therapist Assistant preferred. Must have a Valid Ontario Drivers license and available vehicle for use. CPR certified. Must have proven ability in leadership and instruction to deliver programming in small groups. Must be customer-centered, patient, empathetic and have a genuine interest in working with the senior's population. Must be able to work independently with minimum supervision. Ability to inspire and engage program participants, adjusting the program to suit participants’ goals and needs Must complete a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Search and medical Starting Rate: $24.50- $30.60/hour. Compensation is set in accordance with experience and qualifications. We are currently hiring to fill an existing position on our team. While we thank all applicants for their applications, only those advancing to the interview stage will be contacted. AbleLiving Services is a non-profit organization providing personal support services to adults with disabilities living within their own home or in one of our independent living facilities. Our clients direct and customize the services they receive and we support them to maximize their independence and enhance their quality of life. We provide services across the Golden Horseshoe in the Mississauga, Burlington, Stoney Creek and Hamilton communities. At Thrive Group, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment to this is directly linked to our organizational values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence. Thrive Group strives to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the residents, clients, and customers we serve and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience through the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 289-309-8477 or email hr@thrivegroup.ca

Responsibilities

The Falls Prevention Program Instructor delivers safe, evidence-based programming to seniors and assists in maintaining the program manual. They motivate and monitor participants during the exercise program to ensure safety and report on key performance indicators.