Community-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) - East Region

Community-Based Occupational Therapist (OT) – Central East Region The Care Company Inc.

On-site | Community-Based | Flexible Engagement

About The Care Company

The Care Company is a home health care organization committed to helping individuals live safely and independently at home. We work closely with hospitals, community partners, and interdisciplinary teams to support timely transitions from hospital to home and reduce avoidable readmissions.

We are expanding a specialized community-based program supporting adults with complex medical and functional needs following hospital discharge.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide in-home occupational therapy services across the Central East region.

This role is well suited for clinicians who are comfortable working in fast-paced, medically complex environments, value autonomy, and are experienced in hospital-to-home transitions.

Referral volume may fluctuate, and services are delivered within assigned geographic zones. Scheduling and coordination are managed centrally to support clinical efficiency and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will :

• Complete initial in-home occupational therapy assessments following hospital discharge or referral
• Assess functional mobility, ADLs / IADLs, cognition, home safety, and environmental risks
• Develop and implement individualized care and treatment plans
• Provide education and coaching to patients and caregivers on functional strategies, fall prevention, and safety
• Recommend, trial, and support access to assistive devices and home

modifications , including ADP where applicable

Deliver focused follow-up visits to support goal progression

Document assessments, progress notes, and care plans in a clear, timely, and clinically compliant manner

Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team including nurses, PSWs, and care coordinators

Communicate changes in patient status to the care coordination team promptly

Requirements

Scheduling & Practice Model

Community-based practice within assigned geographic zones

Flexible availability based on patient flow and clinical need

Timely service initiation following referral

Visits scheduled to minimize unnecessary travel

No fixed clinic hours

Qualifications

Required

Registered Occupational Therapist in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO)

Experience in home and community care or hospital discharge planning

Strong functional assessment and safety evaluation skills

Ability to work independently in the community

Reliable transportation within assigned region

Strong electronic documentation skills

Preferred

Experience supporting medically complex or chronically ill adults

ADP Authorizer status

Experience collaborating with hospital teams or community care coordinators

Benefits

Compensation :

$100–$120

For initial assessment

based on experience and ADP Authorizer designation

$70

per 30-minute Follow-Up visit

$50

per 15-minute Follow-Up visit

Other Benefits :

PPE provided

Mileage Reimbursement

Opportunities for professional development and program growth

Employee Recognition Program

Health and Wellness Program

Staff & service provider events

Opportunity for Group Health and Dental Benefits

Why Join The Care Company?

Meaningful work supporting safe hospital-to-home transitions

Flexible, community-based practice

Strong interdisciplinary collaboration

Centralized coordination and clinical support

Opportunity to contribute to a growing, high-impact program