Occupational Therapist - Chatham Kent

Extendicare; Southwestern Ontario; Presencial; CAD 42.000 - 66.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Mileage compensation

Health and dental benefits

Flexible scheduling

Descripción de la vacante

ParaMed in Canada is seeking an Occupational Therapist to perform community visits, assess functional needs, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize client engagement and independence in home or school settings.

The role offers flexible scheduling, mileage compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package as part of a broader total rewards program. A valid driver’s license and VSS clearance are required.

Formación

• Registration with provincial College of Occupational Therapists in good standing.
• New graduates welcome and licensed to practice in Ontario.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Knowledge of local community resources and services.

Responsabilidades

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to assess needs and plan care.
• Perform community visits to assess occupational performance and engagement.
• Develop client-centered plans with inter-professional input.
• Document client encounters in a compliant and timely manner.
• Engage families and clients using a collaborative, respectful approach.

Conocimientos

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Community resources

Driver's license

VSS clearance

CPR/First Aid

Interprofessional collaboration

Educación

OT registration (good standing)

New Graduate friendly

Herramientas

ADP assets

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Occupational Therapist

Location: Chatham Kent

Sign on Bonus Available

_ Full-time, Part-time, Job Sharing, Salaried and Independent Provider/Contractor roles available _

In this role of Occupational Therapist, you will provide communityvisits to assessabilitiesand needs of individuals while working with multidisciplinary teamsandequipment vendors tofacilitatefunction.Client groups receiving treatment may include pediatrics forin homeor school services and/or adults with medical/health concerns.

Whyyou’lllove working here:

• Electronic Documentation

• Flexible scheduling options

• Comprehensive health and dental benefit plans

• Mileage compensation

• Employeewell-beingperks

Whatyou’lldo:

• Work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team consisting of healthcare workersand other community resources

• Analyze physical, cultural,socialand institutional environmental impact on occupational performance and engagement issues

• Develop clientcenteredplanswith client, inter-professional teamsand adjust services to reflectaclientcenteredapproach related to physical, social, cultural,institutional,and economic environment

• Demonstrate effective andevidence-basedproblem solving and judgement to address client needs

• Engage clientsusing a collaborative approach, building rapport and trust, achieving a mutual understanding and agreement related to services to be provided.

• Maintainthe knowledge,skillsand attitudes to provide safe, efficient, effective service in all areas of practice by keeping abreast of changes in practice setting that affect scope of practice

• Maintainprofessional client records related to client encounters and plans in compliance withParaMed’spolicies and the standards applied by the regulatory body or Occupational Therapy college.

Whatyou bring:

• Registration withthe provincial College of Occupational Therapists (in good standing)

• Accepting New Graduates Licensed

• ADP authorizationconsidered an asset

• Strongcritical thinking andproblem-solvingskills

• Knowledge of applicable community resources available for clients and families

• Currentcertification (within the past 12 months)of First Aidand CPR

• A valid driver’s license and have access to a reliable vehicle

• Able to provide a current, clear VulnerableSectorScreening (VSS)

We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive hiring process. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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Time Type

Part time

Compensation Details

Compensation will be discussed during the recruiting process.

ParaMed is Canada’s leading provider of home health care services, driven by a mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our dedicated team of skilled professionals delivers a wide range of services to meet the full care spectrum of care needsincluding high-quality nursing, therapeutic, personalsupportand home support.We workhand-in-handwith health system partners to deliver personalized and coordinated care, support independentlivingand relieve capacity pressures on hospitals. Today, our national reach enables expanded access to care in homes and communities across Canada, allowing us to support more people in more places than ever before.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

ParaMed is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

ParaMed is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the hiring process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail].

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.