Occupational Therapist

York Region (The Regional Municipality of York); Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined Benefit Pension

Benefits & Wellness

Inclusive workforce

Job summary

York Region is seeking an Occupational Therapist for a Temporary Full-Time role based in Richmond Hill. You will assess, monitor and provide therapy to infants and young children with special needs across homes, early learning settings and community programs.

Reporting to the Clinical Supervisor, Therapy Services, Early Intervention, you’ll deliver OT interventions, coach caregivers, collaborate with other therapists, and assist families with equipment needs and funding options.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy or approved equivalent.
• Current OT registration with College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
• Minimum 2 years experience with children with special needs.
• Valid Ontario Class G Driver’s Licence and reliable vehicle.
• Experience with neuro-developmental treatment, sensory integration and feeding assessment.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes OT knowledge to assess, monitor and treat infants and young children with various needs.
• Participates in intake and eligibility screening for therapy services.
• Completes OT assessments and re-assessments per standards and guidelines.
• Prescribes appropriate therapeutic programs and provides caregiver guidance.
• Provides caregiver coaching through routines-based intervention.
• Collaborates with Early Interventionists, physiotherapists and other partners to optimize outcomes.
• Assesses equipment needs, prescribes and monitors equipment, assists with funding options.

Skills

Collaborative teamwork

Caregiver coaching

Assessment skills

Home-based therapy

Education

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

OT Registration with Ontario College of OT

Job description

Occupational Therapist - (9867)

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Job Title

Occupational Therapist

Status

Temporary Full-Time

Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months

5

Type of Position

a Replacement

Start Date

Immediate

Per hour

Salary Grade

$56.89 - $61.83

Department

York Region -> Community & Health Services -> Social Services

Location

Hybrid work opportunities may apply - CA
SS EIS Richmond Hill - 50 High Tech Road - Richmond Hill, ON L4B 4N7 CA (Primary)

Job Description (E)

ABOUT US

Almost 1.3 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2051. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

Recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Clinical Supervisor, Therapy Services, Early Intervention, this position is responsible for assessing, monitoring, and providing therapy intervention and consultation to infants and young children with special needs and their families in homes, early learning and childcare programs, community settings and Early Intervention Services’ offices.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Utilizes the knowledge and skills from the discipline of Occupational Therapy to assess, monitor and provide treatment to infants and young children with a variety of special needs in the areas of fine and visual motor, self care, feeding and sensory integration/regulation, while optimizing their participation in daily routines.
• Participates in the intake process and eligibility screening for therapy services within the Region.
• Completes Occupational Therapy assessments and re-assessments and delivers services as per the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario Standards and EIS guidelines.
• Completes prescription of appropriate therapeutic programs and provides verbal instruction and written guidelines to caregivers.
• Provides caregiver coaching and education through a routines-based model of intervention.
• Provides therapy intervention in collaboration with Early Interventionists, physiotherapists and other internal and external partners to optimize client outcomes.
• Completes equipment assessment, prescription and monitoring; assists families with seeking funding options for recommended equipment; provides written guidelines and instructions to families/caregivers and early learning and childcare (ELCC) staff with regards to safe use of equipment.
• Provides consultation and education to ELCC programs regarding implementation of therapeutic strategies to optimize a child’s participation, acceptance, and inclusion in all aspects of the childcare program.
• Assumes the role of service coordinator for family and child as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a University Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy or approved equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current registration as an Occupational Therapist with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
• Minimum two (2) years experience working as an Occupational Therapist, including experience working with children with special needs.
• Valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s Licence and reliable vehicle for use on corporate business.
• Experience and training in implementation of neuro-developmental treatment, sensory integration and feeding assessment and intervention.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

35

Scheduled Shifts

Operational Hours

Close Date

October 12, 2026

# of Hires Needed

1

Union

CUPE Local 4900

York Region is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity, aiming to build a qualified workforce that reflects the population we serve. Should you require an accommodation under the Human Rights Code during the recruitment and selection process, including accessible formats and communication supports, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-464-9675 extension 75506. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request during recruitment processes and throughout employment.