Mental Health Occupational Therapist

Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare; Windsor; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare in Windsor, Ontario, seeks a Mental Health Occupational Therapist to work with children aged 6 to 12 and their families. You will join an interprofessional team, perform comprehensive assessments, and provide treatment to address sensory processing, emotional regulation, and social participation in daily life.

Responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans, delivering evidence-based interventions in natural settings, coordinating with schools and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Certification of Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO).
• Three (3) years experience working with children and adolescents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive OT assessments addressing sensory processing, emotional regulation, functional skills, play, self-care, school participation, and community functioning.
• Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized, goal-oriented treatment plans that align with child, family, and interprofessional priorities.
• Provide evidence-informed occupational therapy interventions within natural environments (home, school, community).
• Support children in developing self-regulation, coping, social participation, daily living skills, and routines.
• Collaborate with children, caregivers, schools, and community partners for coordinated care.
• Actively participate in interprofessional team meetings and shared care planning.
• Coach caregivers and team members on sensory integration, behavior regulation, routines, and environmental adaptations.
• Support children during periods of crisis with developmentally appropriate interventions for safety and participation.
• Advocate for children’s occupational and developmental needs within schools and community services.
• Provide consultation to staff and partners to support participation in academic and social environments.
• Monitor progress with measurable outcomes and maintain timely documentation.

Skills

Sensory processing

Emotional regulation

Social skills

Daily living skills

Family collaboration

Crisis support

Education

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy

COTO registration

3 years experience with children/adolescents

Job description

The Mental Health Occupational Therapist, will serve as a clinical resource within the interprofessional team providing care, assisting with comprehensive assessment, and providing treatment to children/youth ages 6 to 12 and their families. This role also focuses on supporting such things as emotional regulation, social skills, peer relationships and sensory processing needs to help children/youth increase their level of functioning. This Mental Health Occupational Therapist will use evidence based interventions while working collaboratively with the transdisciplinary team to address the presenting needs of the clients and their families with a trauma-informed lens.

Qualifications

Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy assessments addressing sensory processing, emotional regulation, functional skills, play, self-care, school participation, and community functioning.

Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized, goal-oriented treatment plans that align with child, family, and interprofessional priorities.

Provide evidence-informed occupational therapy interventions within natural environments, including home, school, and community settings.

Support children in developing self-regulation, coping, social participation, daily living skills, and routines that promote stability and independence.

Collaborate closely with children, caregivers, schools, and community partners to ensure consistent, coordinated care across settings.

Actively participate in interprofessional team meetings and shared care planning

Coach and educate caregivers and team members on strategies related to sensory integration, behavior regulation, routines, and environmental adaptations.

Support children during periods of crisis by providing functional, developmentally appropriate interventions aimed at maintaining safety and participation.

Advocate for children’s occupational and developmental needs within schools, community agencies, and service systems.

Provide consultation to staff and community partners to support successful participation in academic and social environments.

Monitor, document, and evaluate treatment progress using measurable outcomes, adapting interventions as needed.

Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in accordance with organizational, regulatory, and professional standards.

Participate in case coordination, program development, and quality improvement initiatives related to service delivery

Education and/or Certification

Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program - Required

Current Certification of Registration issues through the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario - Required

Three (3) years experience working with children and adolescents - Required

Knowledge of sensory integration, emotional regulation frameworks, and social skill development strategies an asset.

Our hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and hospital needs.We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds.If you require accommodations during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify the Human Resources Department at 519 257 5111 ext.73023 so we can provide you with appropriate services.

And while you are considering joining our team, imagine living in Windsor, Ontario! Canada’s southernmost city which shares the same latitude as Rome, Napa Valley, and Barcelona. Here, you will enjoy miles of waterfront parks, a rich arts and culture scene, and the perks of big city life just across the border in Detroit, all with the charm and affordability of a close-knit, welcoming community.