Physiotherapist

Company: Auduzhe Mino Nesewinong (Place of Healthy Breathing)

Background

Auduzhe Mino Nesewinong (Place of Healthy Breathing) is an Indigenous-led primary health care initiative that has supported First Nations, Inuit and Métis (FNIM) community members for more than 5 years. Grounded in Indigenous values, self-determination, and relationship-based care, Auduzhe was established to address systemic barriers experienced by FNIM peoples. Through trusted community partnerships and outreach-based service delivery, Auduzhe has grown into an interdisciplinary primary health care model that provides culturally safe, trauma-informed, and wholistic care across the continuum, including health promotion, disease prevention, mental health and wellness, and primary care services. Embedded within Na-Me-Res (Native Men’s Residence), Auduzhe also supports Indigenous men residing at the shelter by delivering culturally safe, trauma-informed primary health care and mental wellness services in a familiar and trusted setting. Auduzhe’s approach prioritizes community-identified needs, continuity of care, and coordination with Indigenous and allied service providers, while advancing Indigenous ways of knowing and being within primary health care settings.

Main Function

The Physiotherapist position is intended to support the team at Auduzhe Mino Nesewinong in creating a welcoming and culturally safe space for Indigenous clients. The physiotherapist will provide wholistic and comprehensive care for adults and children attending the Auduzhe Mino Nesewinong Indigenous Interdisciplinary Primary Care Team site.

Responsibilities and Duties

· Provides culturally safe care to First Nations, Inuit, and Métis community members in Toronto

· Assess, diagnose and treat patients with a variety of physical conditions to manage pain and improve function and well-being

· Assess and treat pelvic floor dysfunction (incontinence, pelvic pain, prolapse, prenatal/postpartum care, etc.)

· Demonstrates strong manual therapy skills, designs and prescribes therapeutic exercise programs, and applies appropriate therapeutic modalities as needed

· Provide one-on-one, individualized care (30–60-minute sessions)

· Maintain clear and timely documentation

· Stay current with the latest research and leading practices in physiotherapy

· Collaborate with other healthcare providers to optimize patient care

· Performs other related duties as assigned by Auduzhe Mino Nesewinong leadership

Qualifications

· Registered and in good standing with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario

· Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy

· Must have liability insurance with your regulatory body

· Basic CPR certification

· Manual Therapy: Experience in applying hands-on techniques to treat soft tissue injuries, joint dysfunction, and musculoskeletal conditions

· Post-graduate pelvic health training

· Client-Focused: Ability to connect with clients and provide personalized care plans tailored to their unique needs and goals

· Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Willingness and ability to work alongside a team of practitioners to deliver comprehensive care

· Time Management: Ability to handle a caseload while maintaining attention to detail and providing exceptional patient care

· Experience with Indigenous community-based service; experience in dealing with or knowledge of Indigenous health

· Excellent verbal and written communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and nurture positive working relationships

· Demonstrated knowledge and experience engaging in and working with Indigenous communities

· Experience with trauma-informed care; ability to communicate with clients in a culturally safe, professional, and empathetic manner

· Strong communication, team-oriented interpersonal skills, and organizational skills

· Excellent computer skills and a minimum of 2 years' experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Na-Me-Res encourages First Nation, Inuit, and Métis applicants to apply and please identify in their cover letter and connections to their community. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those select for an interview will be contacted. If you are invited to an interview and require accommodation, we will make every effort to accommodate you.

A resume, cover letter, and references can be sent to:

Email: jobs@nameres.org & njohnstone@nameres.org

Fax: (416) 652-3138

Mail: Na-Me-Res (Native Men’s Residence) Human Resources

26 Vaughan Road, Toronto, ON M6G 2C4

(Hand delivered applications will not be accepted)