Title: Kinesiologist
Department: Vocational Services
Reports to: Program Manager
Position: 10 month Temporary Contract
Based in Edmonton, AB the Kinesiologist is integral in promoting our clients’ healing and improving recovery time. We believe when you move better, you feel better. This is at the heart of everything we do, and we are seeking a Kinesiologist who shares this same philosophy.
The successful candidate will possess the ability to perform ergonomic assessment, POET’s, work hardening and facilitating FCE’s. This position will provide the opportunity to work collaboratively with a team of clinicians, as well as provide clients with coaching around healthy/active living.
If you’re someone who thrives in a helping environment, is eager to learn more, and is passionate about helping our clients get back to life, you belong here!
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Design, implement and supervise graded exercise, work conditioning and/or work hardening programs
- Work cooperatively with clients to set and achieve functional goals
- Conduct group orientation and education lectures and regular one-on-one education to clients
- Connecting participants with appropriate community resources, available through the Government of Alberta, Federal Government Services, and local agencies and service providers
- Timely report writing, following current templates, guides, standards, and processes
- Record keeping and maintaining paper and electronic files
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduate of university Kinesiology degree program
- 2+ years of experience considered an asset
- Registration with the appropriate Provincial governing body for Kinesiologists is required
- Understanding of Vocational Rehabilitation an asset
- Experience with mindfulness and/or yoga an asset
- An excellent understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity
- Sensitivity to learning limitations that may be present with participants
- Intermediate to advanced computer skills
- Outstanding teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Security background check required
- May be required to work evenings and/or weekends
Apply today!
Inclusion
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, and Visible minorities.
Accommodation
Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at talent at lifemark.ca
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