Occupational Therapist, Pediatrics - Mississauga, ON

Monarch House; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Monarch House is looking for an Occupational Therapist in Mississauga. The role involves developing programs for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, assessing their needs, and collaborating with families. The organization offers competitive compensation and flexible working hours, making it an excellent opportunity for professional growth in an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation that increases with skillset

Supervision hours for aspiring and provisionally registered clinicians

Access to mentorship and resources for professional growth

Comprehensive health benefits for eligible employees

Flexible work options including hybrid setup

Paid Time Off and Personal Paid Days

Exclusive employee discounts

Mileage coverage for travel to centers

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience working with children with ASD.
• Membership with college (COTO) and association (OSOT or CAOT) required.
• Ability to take initiative and flexibility in scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Assess client needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with families and community professionals.
• Supervise students pursuing Occupational Therapy education.

Skills

Body Mechanics

Early Intervention

Communication Skills

Autism Experience

Pediatrics Experience

Education

Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

As an Occupational Therapist (OT) on our team, you will be responsible for developing programs that enable individuals to participate to their fullest in daily activities. Your client base will include children (ages 2-18) with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Salary: $72,500 - $102,000 per year

Schedule: Flexible hours between Monday and Friday (9 am or 1 pm)

Take an inside look at your daily responsibilities:

1. Assess client needs and family priorities as part of an interdisciplinary team
2. Complete assessments using standardized tests, criterion-referenced or curriculum-referenced tools, or checklists
3. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment results
4. Develop reports as required
5. Consult with Behavior Analysts supervising Applied Behavior Analysis programs for children with ASD and other needs
6. Collaborate with families and community professionals
7. Maintain current knowledge of evidence-based practices
8. Collect data and make evidence-based treatment decisions
9. Supervise students pursuing Occupational Therapy education
10. Contribute to clinical policies and procedures within Monarch House

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• At least 2 years of experience working with children with ASD
• Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Experience with assessment tools (standardized tests, etc.)
• Knowledge of current research and literature in the field
• Membership with college (COTO) and association (OSOT or CAOT)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to take initiative
• Flexibility in scheduling clients

What Monarch House offers:

• Competitive compensation that increases with your skillset
• Supervision hours for aspiring and provisionally registered clinicians
• Access to mentorship, resources, and subscriptions for professional growth
• Comprehensive health benefits for you and your family (if eligible)
• Flexible work options: 3-day, 4-day, or 5-day work week (for clinicians)
• Hybrid work setup options across Canada (for clinicians)
• Participation in our annual Best Practice Day
• Paid Time Off and Personal Paid Days
• Exclusive employee discounts
• Mileage coverage for travel to multiple centers or community settings

About Monarch House:

Founded in 2009 in British Columbia, Monarch House is an interdisciplinary treatment center for individuals with ASD and their families. We have expanded across BC, Alberta, and Ontario, offering services tailored to each client's needs in centers, homes, schools, and community settings. We are committed to continuous learning and research to provide the most effective treatments.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Your unique perspective makes us stronger.

Required Experience: Manager

Key Skills: Body Mechanics, Early Intervention, Acute Care, Communication Skills, HIPAA, Autism Experience, Computer Literacy, Pediatrics Experience, Home Care, Heavy Lifting, Patient Service Experience, Medicare

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: Years

Vacancy: 1

Yearly Salary: $72,500 - $102,000

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