Kinesiologist

# Summary 

Job Title	Kinesiologist
Employment Type (Full-Time etc.)	Permanent Full Time
Total Hours of work per week	37.5 hours per week
Compensation Amount / Range	$60,000 - $77,673
Existing Vacancy	☒Yes ☐ No
Is Artificial Intelligence used for screening or assessment of candidates	☐Yes ☒ No

# About the organization 

Quest Community Health Centre is a dynamic non-profit, interdisciplinary health care organization. Our holistic model of care focuses on primary care, illness prevention, health promotion, community capacity building and service integration.

Quest CHC delivers healthcare that addresses the underlying social determinants of health, such as poverty, housing, unemployment and food security, all which have a significant impact on health outcomes.

Quest CHC is committed to providing high quality primary health care and social services to residents throughout the Niagara Region. As such, Quest CHC supports and encourages opportunities for continuous learning and career growth for our team.

# About the position 

Key Objectives

1. Improve client mobility, function, and overall health outcomes.
2.  Increase access to exercise and rehabilitation services for priority populations 
3. Support chronic disease management and prevention 
4. Contribute to interdisciplinary, team-based care planning 
5. Strengthen community partnerships and pathways to care

Key Responsibilities 

• Assess client functional ability and develop individualized exercise plans 
• Plan and deliver group-based exercise and wellness programs 
• Provide outreach services across multiple community locations 
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members on care planning and case management 
• Develop and implement program pathways linking clients to community resources 
• Participate in program planning, implementation, and evaluation 
• Collect and report on program data and outcomes 
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation 
• Support student placements and mentorship
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and organizational initiatives 
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, professional standards, and legislation 
• Promote culturally safe, inclusive, and client-centered care 
• Other duties as assigned

# Qualifications

 Education & Registration 

• Registered Kinesiologist in good standing with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario 
• Membership with the Ontario Kinesiology Association (OKA) is an asset

Experience

• Experience delivering group exercise programming
• Experience working with older adults and/or individuals with mobility limitations 
• Experience supporting clients with complex health and social needs, including mental health and substance use Experience in program development and evaluation Experience in a community health or primary care setting is an asset

Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of trauma-informed and harm reduction approaches 
• Knowledge of anti-oppression, anti-racism, and equity-based care 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively 
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills 
• Ability to engage diverse populations in a respectful and inclusive manner 
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and standard software