Occupational Therapist - St. Thomas (2026-2837)

Closing the Gap Healthcare; St. Thomas; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and dental package

Paid vacation time

Mileage reimbursement

Extensive skills training

Job summary

Closing the Gap Healthcare is seeking an Occupational Therapist in St. Thomas to provide therapy services in clients' homes. This part-time/casual position offers a flexible hybrid care model and requires registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.

The role promotes a culture of appreciation and recognition, includes a competitive compensation package, health benefits, and extensive training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognised post‑secondary program in Occupational Therapy.
• Current active registration and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assess and build accurate therapy care plans based on clients’ home environments.
• Provide complex preventative or corrective actions for diverse client needs.
• Partner with family members, caregivers, and healthcare professionals regarding treatment.
• Leverage both face-to-face and virtual care models to meet client needs.
• Receive support and mentorship from a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Graduate of a recognised post‑secondary program in Occupational Therapy

Current active registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario

Valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle

Job description

Full Time/Part Time/Casual
Closing the Gap Healthcare (CTG) is dedicated to providing Canadians with the highest level of care across a wide range of home‑based and community setting services.

Occupational Therapist – St. Thomas (Elgin County)
This part‑time/casual position offers an integrated approach in therapy services delivered in clients’ homes. It is a unionised environment. You will work as part of a team that fosters an inclusive, diverse work environment.

What You Will Be Doing

• Change your clients’ lives in the comfort of their homes by assessing and building an accurate therapy care plan based on the real environment of our client. This includes developing health promotion programmes, prescribing equipment and supplies, and promoting client safety.
• Use creativity and critical thinking to provide complex preventative or corrective actions for clients with diverse needs, solving problems that interfere with their ability to do important things.
• Partner with clients’ family members, caregivers, and other health care professionals regarding treatment goals and service plans.
• Leverage a hybrid model of care, including face‑to‑face and virtual, to build a schedule that works for you and the client.
• Receive support, mentorship, and training from a stable, multidisciplinary team while maintaining independence and flexibility.

What You Can Expect

• Competitive total compensation package; paid per visit.
• Comprehensive health and dental package, including mental health support.
• Paid vacation time.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Extensive skills training, learning, and educational development opportunities.
• A culture of performance recognition and appreciation.
• A commitment to excellence.

Skills Needed for Success

• Graduate of a recognised post‑secondary program in Occupational Therapy.
• Current active registration and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable vehicle.

Who We Are

Closing the Gap Healthcare (CTG) is a Canadian‑owned, award‑winning, fully accredited, and Ministry of Health‑funded organization dedicated to providing the highest level of care for people of all ages across home‑based and clinic services. Everything we do is based on ethical principles and compassion, and we strive to meet the highest practice standards.

Not So Fine Print

This position is open to individuals who are eligible to work in Canada and who meet all essential requirements. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process as required under the CTG Accessibility policy. Closing the Gap encourages all new hires to be vaccinated against COVID‑19 and influenza to protect themselves, co‑workers, clients, families, and communities. If you need accommodations due to illness or disability, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] at your earliest convenience.