Occupational Therapist - Clinical Lead (Adults)

VHA Home HealthCare; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits and pension plan

Education and professional development

Mentorship and peer support

Wellness resources

Accommodation and DEI commitment

Job summary

VHA Home HealthCare in Ontario is seeking a registered Occupational Therapist to assess and provide interventions for adults in home settings. You will collaborate with the client care team to develop care plans and promote independence using evidence-based practice.

You will mentor colleagues, support new therapists, and participate in best practice initiatives. A driver’s license and ability to provide virtual care are assets for delivering flexible, client-centered care.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognized school.
• Member in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
• Valid driver’s license with access to a vehicle.
• Compassionate and empathetic.
• Self-driven with ability to work independently.
• Skilled in caseload management and electronic documentation.
• Able to provide virtual care.
• Registered ADP authorizer (asset).

Responsibilities

• Assesses and implements occupational therapy interventions per professional standards.
• Implements client interventions based on assessment info and integrated care plan.
• Ensure services are best practice and outcome-based.
• Coordinate care with the client’s team and schedule interventions.
• Document assessment findings, plans, progress and discharge summaries.
• Provide clinical orientation, mentorship, and peer support to colleagues.

Skills

Compassionate and empathetic

Self-driven

Caseload management

Electronic documentation

Able to provide virtual care

Valid driver’s license

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do. Our providers tell us: “Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home.” Our teams work together to provide high quality, client-centred care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, “The freedom and flexibility can’t be beat.” Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs. Team members tell us “I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home.”View more comments from our clients and their family members.Pay RangeEstimated annual earning potential: $80,000–$130,000Actual earnings may vary based on availability and service volumesAs an Occupational Therapist at VHA, you will be assessing and providing consultation, recommendations and interventions to adults group of clients in their homes using evidence-based best practice. You will ensure coordinated delivery of care through ongoing communication with the client care team regarding plans and schedules for interventions, problem solve in collaboration with the client and care team to create opportunities for more independence and promote VHA’s core beliefs and values.Among other roles, you will provide advice, mentoring, consultation, and expertise related to Occupational Therapy profession. You will provide joint visits with other Occupational Therapists and Service Providers to give input for performance reviews. Support Occupational Therapists and Service Providers who face clinically challenging situations. You will provide clinical orientation for new Occupational Therapists or those changing clinical areas, mentor groups for new graduates or those new to the community setting and well as facilitate team peer support meetings. You will identify, promote, and participate in best practice initiatives reflective of the requirements of the evolving health care system. You will also meet regularly with the Supervisor, Rehab Best Practice. You will act as a resource in the implementation and interpretation of discipline-specific professional standards of practice, contribute to the development of standards of practice, clinical policies, and procedures relevant to the profession. #LI-JG1Key Areas of AccountabilityVHA's Occupational Therapist have the following key areas of accountability, but not limited to:Assesses and implements occupational therapy interventions in accordance with professional practice guidelines and standards established by VHA and the perspective regulatory college.Implement client interventions based on assessment information, client input and in conjunction with the client’s integrated care plan.Ensure that services provided are best practice, evidence-based and evaluated through the routine use of valid and reliable outcome measured.Ensure coordinated delivery of care through ongoing communication with all members of the client’s team regarding plans and schedules for interventions.Document all assessment findings, treatment plans, progress and discharge summaries of interventions as required b the profession, referral source and the organization.Supports safe client care through the development of knowledge and skills in accordance with our principles of continuous quality improvement.Required Qualifications:Degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognized school of Occupational Therapy.Member in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.Valid Driver’s License with access to a vehicleCompassionate and empatheticSelf-driven with ability to work independentlySkilled in caseload managementSkilled at electronic documentationAble to provide virtual careA registered ADP authorizer (asset)What makes VHA’s compensation unique?Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employeesCompensation for education and professional developmentVHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your careerMentorship and peer supportCareer development opportunitiesEmployee and family assistance programWellness resourcesPerks & discountsStaff & service provider eventsAccommodation and VHA’s commitment to DEIAt VHA Home HealthCare (VHA), we passionately strive to uphold our commitments to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and are strong believers that a diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA. We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices where opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience. VHA is committed to providing reasonable accommodation and our services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of diverse groups. If you require any accommodation, please let us know in advance as we are happy to comply.How to Apply?Our online application should take about 5 to 10 minutes to complete.VHA is accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada; an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization designate; and a founding member agency of United Way Greater Toronto.Thank you to everyone who applies. We will review applications as they are received. We’ll only be contacting those selected for further discussion.In every role and at every level, we lead with purpose, build bonds that matter, and we’re passionate about providing spectacular care.