Occupation Therapist

Rehabilitation Centre for Children; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare organization in Winnipeg is looking for an Occupational Therapist to provide therapy services to children with special needs in First Nations communities. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Occupational Therapy and relevant licensure, along with strong communication skills and the ability to work independently. Travel is required, including overnight stays in various communities. This full-time position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of children and their families.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ recent clinical experience in pediatric occupational therapy preferred.
• Physical fitness for lifting and bending and handling clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy services in First Nations communities in Manitoba.
• Collaborate with First Nations, healthcare providers, and community agencies.
• Conduct assessments and develop goals with clients and families.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement and staff education.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Advanced written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work effectively both independently and within an inter-disciplinary team

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Licensure by the College of Occupational Therapy of Manitoba

Job description

BULLETIN # 25-044

POSITION TYPE TERM (March 31, 2026), FULL-TIME (Mon – Fri)

Responsibilities :

The Rehabilitation Centre for Children is a community-based health care facility providing services to children with special needs and their families.

The Rehabilitation Centre for Children requires an Occupational Therapist who will provide therapy services in First Nations communities in Manitoba, Travel will be required. Most community travel will require overnight stays.

The Occupational therapist utilizes advanced skills and knowledge and performs at a high level of independence as a clinical practitioner, consultant and educator. Practices are in accordance with RCC policy and professional standards. This includes :

• Collaboration First Nations, healthcare providers and community agencies who are involved with the client
• Ongoing liaison with the child's caregivers
• Assessment, intervention and development of goals with client and / or family
• Participation in continuous quality improvement, client and staff education initiatives

Education, Licenses, Registration & Experience :

• Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Licensure by the College of Occupational Therapy of Manitoba (COTM)
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Physical fitness for lifting and bending and handling clients
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within an inter-disciplinary team
• Minimum of two years’ recent clinical experience in pediatric occupational therapy is preferred

Conditions of hire :

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada and able to present a satisfactory Criminal Records Check (Including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse and Adult Abuse Registry Check.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle for work purposes.