Occupational Therapist (OT) - (Ongoing Contract)

Side by Side Therapy - (Now Hiring); Toronto; On-site; CAD 117,000 - 145,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Flexible hours

Weekly pay

Minimal travel time between clients

Job summary

Side by Side Therapy is seeking an Occupational Therapist (OT) for an ongoing part-time role delivering home-based interventions to children with Autism and other developmental disabilities in North York and surrounding areas.

The Independent Contractor position offers after-school and weekend availability, competitive hourly rates of $85-$105, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for professional growth. Clinicians will provide coaching to families and progress toward SMART goals.

Qualifications

• Experience with children and teens diagnosed with Autism.
• Proof of professional liability.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Providing assessment in a home setting based on presenting impairment or diagnosis using standardized assessment tools.
• Designing a treatment plan using evidence-based information, relevant best practice guidelines, and clinical expertise.
• Actively engaging clients, families, and caregivers to address client-centered goals.
• Actively engaging in client/family coaching.
• Evaluating the effectiveness of the intervention, client’s response, and progress toward goal attainment.
• Providing evidence-based assessment and intervention using SMART goals.

Education

Registered with College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario

Tools

ADP authorizer status

Job description

Job Type & Rates

Job Type: On-Going Part-time, Occupational Therapist (OT)

Rate: $85-$105/hr

After school and weekend availability required. Please note that the majority of our clients are seeking services after school and on weekends.

Side by Side Therapy is currently looking for skilled individuals to fill part-time Occupational Therapist (OT) positions in North York and surrounding areas. This position is an Independent Contractor Position.

OTs will work one-on-one with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (or other developmental disabilities) and their families, in the children's home delivering the evidence-based intervention.

Responsibilities

• Providing assessment in a home setting based on presenting impairment or diagnosis using standardized assessment tools.
• Designing a treatment plan using evidence-based information, relevant best practice guidelines, and clinical expertise.
• Actively engaging clients, families, and caregivers to address client-centered goals.
• Actively engaging in client/family coaching.
• Evaluating the effectiveness of the intervention, client's response, and progress toward goal attainment.
• Providing evidence-based assessment and intervention using SMART goals.

Qualifications

• Experience with children and teens diagnosed with Autism.
• Proof of current registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
• Proof of professional liability.
• Valid driver's license.
• ADP authorizer status is an asset.

Benefits

• On-site parking.
• Flexible Hours and Scheduling.
• Weekly Pay.
• Minimal travel time between clients.
• Ongoing support, learning, and room to grow both professionally and financially.

Additional Requirements

• Must provide an up-to-date Vulnerable Sector Screen and Professional Liability Insurance is required.
• First Aid, CPR, and CPI certification are recommended

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only qualified candidates will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer.

To learn more about Side by Side Therapy please visit our website at www.sidebysidetherapy.ca