Occupational Therapist

Chinook School Division #211; Swift Current; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution is seeking an Occupational Therapist to support the K to 12 school system in Swift Current, Canada. The successful candidate will collaborate with Speech Language Pathologists and other professionals to provide services aimed at enhancing student functionality in the educational environment. Key responsibilities include assessments, consultations, and recommendations for assistive technology. The position offers a starting wage of $78,831.50 up to $116,040.10 depending on experience, with benefits including a defined benefit pension plan and a positive work environment.

Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Employee benefit package

Positive work environment

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy required.
• Must be eligible for registration with Saskatchewan Society of Occupational Therapists.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assess student's abilities in the educational environment.
• Consult with teachers, counselors, and parents.
• Participate in collaborative program planning.
• Make recommendations for assistive technology and equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Assessment skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Occupational Therapy

Eligible for registration with Saskatchewan Society of Occupational Therapists

Job description

Job Posting
Occupational Therapist
Permanent Full Time (37.5 hours/w week)
Competition #3750

The Chinook School Division is proud to serve over 6,000 students in 60 schools, with over 1,000 collegial and student-centered teachers and support staff. We are a vibrant and progressive school division located within Saskatchewan's great Southwest. Our Division is committed to our guiding principles; Communication, Shared Responsibility, Positive Relationships and Ongoing Monitoring and Improvement. The Division affirms the right of all students and staff to be contributing members of a school community that is safe, caring and respectful of all people.

Chinook Is Committed To Supporting Diversity And Inclusion In Our Schools And Workplace As Indicated In AP 176. Successful Candidates Are Expected To

• understand the importance of supporting a welcoming environment;
• present a positive attitude towards inclusion and diversity;
• identify opportunities to support inclusion and diversity; and,
• take meaningful action.

Start Date: As soon as possible.

The Occupational Therapist will work in collaboration with other disciplines (Speech Language Pathologists, Educational Psychologists and Student Services Coordinators) to provide comprehensive team services. This position will be based within the K to 12 school system. The successful candidate will have a commitment to the vision, mission, principles and goals of the Chinook School Division.

Desired Qualifications

• Master's degree, or equivalent, in Occupational Therapy.
• Eligible for registration with Saskatchewan Society of Occupational Therapists.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to travel.
• Motivation to work both independently and as a part of a team.
• Superior interpersonal, communication, and assessment skills.

Duties

• Provides assessment of student's ability to function in the educational environment. This may include assessment of skills and issues related to hand function, oral motor function, visual motor and perceptual skills, seating and positioning, organizational skills, sensory awareness and processing, self-care and pre vocational/vocational skills.
• Participates in collaborative program planning.
• Consults with classroom teachers, educational assistants, counsellors and parents.
• Works with classroom teachers to adapt the classroom environment and/or learning materials to facilitate successful participation.
• Provides recommendations for assistive technology and equipment.
• Provides demonstrations and training for teachers, educational assistants and parents to implement recommendations.
• Monitors implementation of recommendations and provides feedback to school personnel, students and family.
• Provides in-service for school personnel on specifics, and whenever possible, with other members of the Student Services professional.
• Assist with transition planning, with particular emphasis on transition from secondary into adult life.
• Provide staff development and training and assist with program monitoring and evaluation.

Benefits

• Starting wage of $78,831.50 up to $116,040.10 depending on experience.
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan.
• Employee benefit package.
• Positive work environment.

Applications received on or before May 15, 2025 at 3:00 PM CST will be given first consideration; however, the posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is hired.

For more information about this position please contact Kevin Kleisinger, Superintendent of Learning at 306-778-9200 extension 3229. Please submit your application to the attention of Ken Garinger, Superintendent of Human Resources.

Please note: all successful applicants must agree to a Criminal Record Check including a Vulnerable Sector Search as a condition of employment.

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

By virtue of the submission of the application, the applicant agrees that the Director or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer.