Occupational Therapist

Monarch House; Whitby; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Canada is seeking an Occupational Therapist to develop programs for individuals, especially children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The role involves assessing needs, implementing treatment plans, and collaborating with families and professionals. Candidates should have a Master’s in Occupational Therapy and at least one year of relevant experience. A supportive environment and flexible work options are provided, ensuring professional development and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health benefits for you and your family

Flexible work options

Mileage covered for travel

Paid Time Off and Wellness Days

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience working with children with ASD.
• Must possess a driver's license and access to a vehicle.
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Assess client needs and family priorities.
• Develop and implement treatment plans for clients.
• Consult to Behaviour Analysts for Applied Behaviour Analysis Programs.

Skills

Experience working with children with ASD

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Flexibility in scheduling clients

Comfortable with community work

Education

Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy

Member of CAOT or CAOT eligible

Tools

Assessment tools (standardized tests)

Job description

Overview

As an Occupational Therapist (OT) on our team you are responsible for developing programs that enable individuals to participate, to their fullest level, in activities that occupy their daily lives. Your client-base will consist of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), as well as individuals of all other ages and needs.

Job type: Full-time, permanent
Schedule: Monday - Saturday (with 3 evening sessions/week till 7:30pm EST)
Work setting: Community and center-based. Daily travel within Durham and York region

Take an inside look at what you will do each day:

• Assess client needs and family priorities as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Complete assessments using tools such as standardized tests, criterion or curriculum referenced materials, or checklists
• Develop and implement a treatment plan for each client, based on assessment results
• Develop reports as required
• Consult to Behaviour Analysts who supervise Applied Behaviour Analysis Programs for Children with ASD and other needs
• Work collaboratively with the family and other community professionals
• Maintain knowledge in current evidence-based practices
• Collect data and make evidenced-based decisions in treatment
• Supervise students pursuing education in Occupational Therapy
• Represent OT department in Monarch House by contributing to clinical policies and procedures and other centre-wide visions

Here is what you will need to be successful:

• At least 1 year experience working with children with ASD
• Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy (OT)
• Experience and familiarity with assessment tools (standardized tests, etc.)
• Member of college (CAOT) or CAOT eligible
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Flexibility in scheduling clients
• Comfortable with community work and working independently with support from a regional OT team
• Must possess a driver's license and access to a vehicle for daily use
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada

What can Monarch House offer you

We are proud of our friendly environment, supportive leadership and the knowledgeable team members who make it all possible. That is why we do everything we can to show our appreciation. Our training, mentoring and education programs will provide you with opportunities for continued learning, support, and guidance whenever you need it.

• Competitive compensation
• Supervision hours for aspiring and provisionally registered clinicians
• Access to mentorship, premium resources, and subscriptions for professional growth and development
• Comprehensive health benefits for you and your family
• Flexible work options: choose from 3-day, 4-day, or 5-day work week
• Seamlessly move to different clinic locations across Ontario, Alberta, or British Columbia
• Join our annual Best Practice Day for learning and reflection with our national community of clinicians
• Enjoy Paid Time Off and Wellness Days (pro-rated for hourly staff)
• Exclusive unlimited employee discounts (e.g. hotels, cinema tickets, Apple products and more)
• Mileage covered (for float staff and clinicians travelling to multiple centers and/or the community)

Meet your Monarch House team

Established in 2009 in British Columbia as an interdisciplinary treatment centre for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families, Monarch House has now expanded its geographic network and services to include the full range of services for individuals with academic, behaviour, communication, learning, motor, physical, speech, social and vocational needs.

Monarch House is a dynamic team of professionals providing challenging career opportunities and fulfilling roles in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario. Our professional staff work collaboratively and/or individually with each client and specifically tailor services to their needs. Our services can be provided in our centres, at clients’ homes and schools, in the community, and in specialized housing settings. Working with the fields’ thought leaders, we conduct our own research and are committed to continuous learning to provide the most effective treatments possible.

Monarch House is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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

We are a Future-Forward Organization. At Monarch we are committed to innovation and continuous improvement. As a future-focused team, we embrace technology and evolving tools to support our growth and success. We encourage the use of AI and other digital solutions to streamline work, enhance productivity, and stay ahead in a fast-moving landscape.

As such, we value candidates who are comfortable leveraging AI tools to organize their work, solve problems, and manage tasks efficiently. If you’re tech-savvy, adaptable, and excited by the possibilities of working smarter with emerging technologies, we’d love to hear from you.