ADHD-Focused Occupational Therapist: Real-Life Skills

Neuro Wise Edmonton ADHD Centre; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NeuroWise Edmonton ADHD Centre invites an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our growing multidisciplinary clinic. You will support children, teens and adults with ADHD and executive functioning challenges, translating evidence-based strategies into practical daily routines.

Collaborate with speech-language pathologists, ADHD coaches and other clinicians to design customized assessment and intervention plans, maintain thorough documentation, and participate in program development and

Qualifications

• Registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT).
• Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Experience providing therapy or assessment services.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy assessment and intervention for ADHD and executive functioning challenges.
• Support clients with organization, time management, and planning skills.
• Develop individualized strategies for emotional regulation and daily functioning.
• Guide sensory processing and environmental supports.
• Work with families to implement practical strategies at home.

Skills

ACOT registration

Strong communication

Documentation skills

ADHD experience

Group programs

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

NeuroWise Edmonton ADHD Centre is seeking a thoughtful and collaborative Occupational Therapist to join our growing multidisciplinary clinic. This role offers the opportunity to support children, adolescents, and adults navigating ADHD and related challenges through practical, strengths-based strategies.

Our Centre brings together multiple disciplines in one place so individuals and families can access coordinated care that reflects the complexity of real life. Occupational therapists play a key role in helping clients develop the daily skills, routines, and regulation strategies that support success at home, school, work, and in relationships.

Edmonton, AB Part-Time / Full-Time Contract / Flexible ADHD-Focused Care

We are looking for clinicians who value evidence-based care, collaboration, and neurodiversity-affirming practice.

About the Role

The Occupational Therapist will support individuals experiencing ADHD and executive functioning challenges by helping them build practical skills for daily functioning.

This may include support with:

organization and planning

emotional regulation

sensory processing

task initiation and completion

routines and daily structure

Therapy may involve working directly with children, teens, adults, and families to develop strategies that improve independence, participation, and well-being.

This role is ideal for a clinician who enjoys translating therapeutic strategies into real-life solutions that work in everyday environments.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Services

Provide occupational therapy assessment and intervention for ADHD and executive functioning challenges

Support clients with organization, time management, and planning skills

Develop individualized strategies for emotional regulation and daily functioning

Guide sensory processing and environmental supports

Work with families to implement practical strategies at home

Executive Function Support

Occupational therapy can be particularly helpful for ADHD by supporting skills such as:

task initiation

planning and prioritization

time management

self-regulation

adaptive daily routines

Therapists help clients translate strategies into practical routines that fit real life.

Collaborate with other clinicians including:

ADHD coaches

speech-language pathologists

Participate in case consultations when appropriate

Contribute to integrated care planning

Professional Practice

Maintain accurate clinical documentation

Follow professional and ethical guidelines

Stay current with ADHD research and evidence-based interventions

Participate in program development, workshops, or group programs when appropriate

Qualifications

Required

Registration with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT)

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Experience providing therapy or assessment services

Strong communication and documentation skills

A thoughtful, client-centred, strengths-based approach

Preferred

Experience working with ADHD or executive functioning challenges

Experience supporting children, adolescents, or adults with neurodivergent needs

Interest in multidisciplinary collaboration

Experience delivering group programs or workshops

Why Join NeuroWise

A growing clinic built around thoughtful ADHD care.

Work alongside professionals who value integrated care and meaningful clinical collaboration.

Specialized Focus

Be part of a centre dedicated to ADHD and neurodivergent individuals across the lifespan.

Room to Grow

Contribute to workshops, groups, and innovative services as the clinic continues to expand.

Purposeful Work

Help individuals and families access respectful, strengths-based support that reflects real life.

Interested in joining our team?

If this role feels like a fit, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your resume and a brief introduction outlining your background, interests, and experience.

NeuroWise welcomes thoughtful clinicians who are passionate about ADHD care, collaboration, and meaningful client support.

Subject Line: Occupational Therapist — Careers Inquiry

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Collaborative Environment

Clinicians work together across disciplines to support the full picture of ADHD care.

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