Occupational Therapist - Central North (Adults)
Join to apply for the Occupational Therapist - Central North (Adults) role at VHA Home HealthCare. VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do. We provide high‑quality, client‑centred care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules and enjoy the freedom and flexibility that comes with it. Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs.
Pay Range
Commensurate with experience
Key Areas of Accountability
- Assesses and implements occupational therapy interventions in accordance with professional practice guidelines and standards established by VHA and the perspective regulatory college.
- Implement client interventions based on assessment information, client input and in conjunction with the client’s integrated care plan.
- Ensure that services provided are best practice, evidence-based and evaluated through the routine use of valid and reliable outcome measures.
- Ensure coordinated delivery of care through ongoing communication with all members of the client’s team regarding plans and schedules for interventions.
- Document all assessment findings, treatment plans, progress and discharge summaries of interventions as required by the profession, referral source and the organization.
- Supports safe client care through the development of knowledge and skills in accordance with our principles of continuous quality improvement.
Required Qualifications
- Degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognized school of Occupational Therapy.
- Member in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
- Valid Driver’s License with access to a vehicle.
- Compassionate and empathetic.
- Self‑driven with ability to work independently.
- Skilled in caseload management.
- Skilled at electronic documentation.
- Able to provide virtual care.
- A registered ADP authorizer (asset).
Benefits and Compensation
- Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees.
- Compensation for education and professional development.
- Comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career.
- Mentorship and peer support.
- Career development opportunities.
- Employee and family assistance program.
- Wellness resources.
- Perks & discounts.
- Staff & service provider events.
Accommodation and DEI Commitment
At VHA Home HealthCare (VHA), we passionately strive to uphold our commitments to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and are strong believers that a diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA. We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices where opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience. VHA is committed to providing reasonable accommodation and our services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of diverse groups. If you require any accommodation, please let us know in advance as we are happy to comply.
How to Apply
Our online application should take about 5 to 10 minutes to complete. Thank you to everyone who applies. We will review applications as they are received and will only be contacting those selected for further discussion.