GLA:D™ Canada Certified Physiotherapist - Independent Contractor

GLA:D™ Canada Certified Physiotherapist - Independent Contractor

TNO – The Neighbourhood Organization

TNO - The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) is a well-established community-based social and health service agency providing a wide range of programs and services supporting low-income and newcomer communities across Ontario and sometimes across different provinces through online services and referrals. We are seeking one or more GLA:D™ Canada Certified Physiotherapists to offer the GALD program at TNO contractually. Thorncliffe Park Community Hub is a new, vibrant, innovative space where community, health, and social services come together under one roof, offering the unique opportunity to make a real, lasting impact in one of Toronto’s most dynamic and diverse neighbourhoods.

The GLA:D™ Certified Physiotherapist will deliver the Good Life with osteoarthritis from Denmark (GLA:D™) program, an evidence-based education and exercise initiative for individuals living with hip and knee osteoarthritis (OA). The ideal candidate will be licensed by their professional regulatory body and certified to deliver the GLA:D™ program in Canada. Clinical expertise in musculoskeletal health, group exercise instruction, and community care is required. This role also demands strong communication and documentation skills, a commitment to client-centred care, and a demonstrated ability to support diverse and equity-deserving communities.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver the GLA:D™ Canada education and exercise program.
• Conduct pre- and post-program assessments using standardized outcome measures.
• Independently assess clients, prescribe and modify exercises, and support participants' transition to sustainable physical activity and daily living routines.
• Work collaboratively with TNO for scheduling, referrals, and participant follow-up.
• Document all services provided, including client registration and attendance, in the electronic health record system.
• Participate in program evaluation discussions to enhance program quality, access, and impact.
• Engage with participants using clear, respectful, culturally safe, and trauma-informed communication strategies.
• Provide services in alignment with TNO’s vision for inclusive, equitable, and community-driven care.

QUALIFICATIONS

• GLA:D™ Canada Certified Instructor.
• Licensed and in good standing with the appropriate professional regulatory college (e.g., College of Physiotherapists of Ontario).
• Eligible for membership in professional associations (e.g., Ontario Physiotherapy Association).
• Minimum 2 years of relevant clinical experience; community or primary care experience is an asset.
• Strong clinical skills in exercise prescription and chronic disease self-management support.
• Experience facilitating group-based exercise programs.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Commitment to ongoing learning, evidence-informed practice, and community health promotion.
• Second language relevant to the community (e.g., Arabic, Bengali, Urdu, Somali, etc.) considered an asset.

Job Type:

Agreement type: Independent Contractor – Twice a week with minimum 2-3 hours sessions per week a total of 128 hours for the total of four (4) cohorts
Start Date: September 16, 2025

End Date: March 31, 2026 or completion of the four (4) cohorts
Pay: up to $75 per hour
Schedule: Flexible; evening and/or weekend hours may be required depending on the needs of the community and your availability

Work Location(s):

This position will be located at 45 Overlea Blvd in the Thorncliffe Park Hub, the space is new and beautiful and the parking is free. The location for this position may be added or moved to new addresses in the future, according to the community and program requirements.

Screening:

As a condition of employment, the successful applicant must complete a Vulnerable Sector Screening.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Please submit your resume to recruitment@tno-toronto.org with the subject line: “Application for GLA:D™ Canada Certified Physiotherapist”. Deadline to Apply is Sep 12, 2025, at 4:30 PM. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

EQUITY STATEMENT:

TNO is committed to employment equity initiatives. We encourage residents of Thorncliffe Park, Flemingdon Park, and surrounding communities, and people who are racialized, Indigenous, from the 2SLGBTQI+ community, persons with disabilities, and other equity-seeking groups to apply. TNO is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.