Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist Competitive Salary Thorold, Ontario

The Role

Are you a natural people person, with great communication skills, who has the ability to inspire and motivate others? Do you want to join a dynamic team where you can contribute your skills and talents?

If so, we are looking for you.

We’re looking for an Occupational Therapist who is passionate about service and helping people. You will work collaboratively with other professionals to provide quality programs and services to individuals and their families.

The role involves opportunities to work with children, youth and adults.

Travel may be required to complete assessments and treatment programming with clients throughout Hamilton, Niagara, Haldimand / Norfolk and Brant communities.

This is role is available for full-time, full-time contract and part time employment.

Key Responsibilities :

The key responsibilities of an Occupational Therapist include, but are not limited to :

• Responsible for conducting assessment and treatment as required for individuals who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), Intellectual Disability (ID) and / or Developmental Disability (DD).
• Develop and implement direct and indirect intervention plans.
• Required to complete assessments, provide treatment and provide subsequent service referrals / recommendations, as appropriate.

The Company

Founded in 1937, Bethesda is one of the largest and most trusted organizations in Ontario that provides supports and services to adults and children who have a developmental disability and reside in Niagara, Hamilton, Brant, Haldimand or Norfolk region.

Our mission is to provide in the Spirit of Christ, a continuum of holistic services and supports that will enhance the quality of life for people who have a developmental disability.

Bethesda's staff of over 500 provide effective, relevant services in a professional, caring manner to over 2,400 individuals annually.

The Person

The key skills and qualities of an Occupational Therapist are :

• Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy (Master’s Preferred)
• 2-3 years’ experience as an Occupational Therapist is an asset
• Experience working with adults who have an ID, DD and / or ASD
• Current registration with COTO and with a professional association (i.e., Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists or Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists)
• Training in Sensory Processing is an asset
• NVCI training is an asset
• French / English bilingualism is an asset

If you are keen on joining this exciting, forward-thinking company and taking the next step in your career, then please click the apply now button to find out more.