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Occupational Therapist (OT) - Community Home Care (Central East)The Care Company Inc. • Pickering, ON, Canada
Occupational Therapist (OT) - Community Home Care (Central East)

Occupational Therapist (OT) - Community Home Care (Central East)

The Care Company Inc. • Pickering, ON, Canada
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

The Care Company is a home health care organization whose purpose is to create A Better Life for Those at Home . We support clients of all ages to live well and safely in their homes. Our real talent is helping people Make Each Day Count. We are not just a company that puts People First but seeks to get Better Today. By working at The Care Company, you will be part of a growing organization that is helping individuals and families thrive at home.

The Care Company is seeking a skilled and dedicated Occupational Therapist (OT) with strong home and community care experience to join our growing team. This position is ideal for therapists who value flexibility, autonomy, and meaningful client relationships within a community-based model. Please note, this position will require in-person home visits with vulnerable community members often living with chronic conditions. These patients require Alternate Level of Care (ALC).

While we thank all interested applicants, we are only able to contact those who we are inviting to an interview.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Complete initial in-person home assessments within 24 hours of referral, including functional assessments, mobility evaluations, equipment needs, and ADL / IADL analysis
  • Provide follow-up visits (30-minute or 15-minute sessions) focusing on goal progression, safety, mobility, environmental modifications, and skill building
  • Deliver client-centered care aligned with HCCSS / OH@H expectations , including timely communication and adherence to care pathways
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on client goals, safety considerations, and clinical best practices
  • Educate and coach clients, families, and caregivers on functional strategies, equipment use, home safety, and risk mitigation
  • Coordinate with interdisciplinary providers (PTs, PSWs, nurses, case managers) to support seamless care transitions
  • Document all assessments, treatment plans, progress, and communications in a clear, timely, and clinically compliant manner
  • Recommend, trial, and prescribe assistive devices and home modifications , collaborating with vendors or contractors when needed
  • Support in ordering supplies through OH@H vendors
  • Monitor client progress and modify care plans as appropriate to support meaningful, measurable outcomes
  • Maintain communication with the office regarding caseload availability, scheduling updates, and urgent visit readiness
  • Uphold The Care Company’s commitment to safe, high-quality, ethical, and compassionate community care.

Requirements

Scheduling :

  • Flexible schedule, mainly Monday-Friday, with occasional Saturday / Sunday availability required , based on client need
  • Able to complete an i nitial in-person home assessment within 24 hours of receiving a visit request within geographic area
  • Therapists are assigned geographical zones. Clients can be located within Central Region (may include Richmond Hill, Markham, Newmarket, Simcoe, Keswick)
  • Ability to manage scheduling independently and communicate promptly with the office regarding availability
  • Travel between client homes required; access to a reliable vehicle is an asset.
  • Qualification and Experience Requirements :

  • Experience providing home and community care , specifically with HCCSS and / or OH@H (Ontario Health at Home) clients strongly preferred; will also consider experience in community OT or hospital discharge / transition planning experience.
  • Registered and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO)
  • ADP authorizers are preferred
  • Demonstrated skill in providing functional assessments, equipment recommendations, Equipment and supply ordering through OH@H vendors, safety evaluations, and ADL retraining in the home environment
  • Strong understanding of community discharge planning, fall prevention, mobility supports, and caregiver training
  • Skilled at electronic documentation
  • Experience coordinating with interdisciplinary teams and communicating with case managers
  • Ability to work independently in the community setting and produce clear, timely clinical documentation
  • Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation (or ability to travel efficiently within designated area)
  • Benefits

    Compensation :

  • $150 per initial assessment, including supply ordering and funding applications.
  • $75 per in-person follow-up visit
  • $50 per virtual follow-up visit
  • Other Benefits :

  • PPE provided
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Visits scheduled to minimize travel
  • Educational Training Opportunities
  • Employee Recognition Program
  • Health and Wellness Program
  • Staff & service provider events
  • Opportunity for Group Health and Dental Benefits
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