Occupational Therapist

Jobtailor; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Ontario is seeking an Occupational Therapist to provide community visits, assess abilities and needs of individuals, and develop client-centered plans. You will work with multidisciplinary teams and vendors to facilitate function, and deliver treatment in home or school settings for pediatric clients and adults with medical concerns.

You will analyze environmental factors, engage clients to build rapport, maintain records, and stay current with standards and ParaMed policies to

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the provincial College of Occupational Therapists (in good standing).
• Able to accept new graduates (licensed).
• ADP authorization preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide community visits to assess abilities and needs of individuals.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams and equipment vendors to facilitate function.
• Provide treatment for pediatric clients in home or school settings and/or adults with medical/health concerns.
• Analyze physical, cultural, social and environmental factors affecting occupational performance and engagement.
• Develop client-centered plans with clients and inter-professional teams.
• Adjust services to reflect client-centered approaches across diverse environments.
• Apply evidence-based problem solving and judgment to address client needs.
• Engage clients to build rapport, trust, and mutual understanding of services.
• Maintain current knowledge, skills, and attitudes to provide safe and effective service.
• Maintain client records in compliance with ParaMed policies and regulatory standards.

Skills

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Building rapport

Community resources knowledge

Education

Licensed OT – Ontario

Job description

Provide community visits to assess abilities and needs of individuals
Work with multidisciplinary teams and equipment vendors to facilitate function
Provide treatment for pediatric clients in home or school services and/or adults with medical/health concerns
Work collaboratively with healthcare workers and other community resources
Analyze physical, cultural, social and institutional environmental impacts on occupational performance and engagement
Develop client-centered plans with clients and inter-professional teams
Adjust services to reflect a client-centered approach across physical, social, cultural, institutional, and economic environments
Apply effective, evidence-based problem solving and judgment to address client needs
Engage clients collaboratively, building rapport and trust and reaching mutual understanding regarding services
Maintain current knowledge, skills, and attitudes to provide safe, efficient, effective service
Maintain professional client records in compliance with ParaMed policies and regulatory standards

Requirements

• Registration with the provincial College of Occupational Therapists (in good standing)
• Accepting New Graduates Licensed
• ADP authorization preferred
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of applicable community resources available for clients and families
• Current certification (within the past 12 months) of First Aid and CPR
• A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
• Able to provide a current, clear Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in client-centered occupational therapy, utilizing evidence-based problem-solving and critical thinking to assess and address individual needs. Collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary teams and community resources to enhance client engagement and outcomes.

Soft Skills

• Effective Communication
• Building Rapport And Trust

Certifications & Qualifications

• First Aid Certification
• CPR Certification