Occupational Therapist - Paeds (School Program)

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. Our providers tell us : “Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home.” Our teams work together to 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 in the community and they say, “The freedom and flexibility can’t be beat.” 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. Team members tell us “I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home.”

Pay Range

Commensurate with experience

As an Occupational Therapist at VHA, you will be assessing and providing consultation, recommendations and interventions to a diverse group of pediatric clients in schools using evidence-based best practice. You will ensure coordinated delivery of care through ongoing communication with the client care team regarding plans and schedules for interventions, problem solve in collaboration with the client and care team to create opportunities for more independence and promote VHA’s core beliefs and values.

Key Areas of Accountability

VHA's Occupational Therapists have the following key areas of accountability, but not limited to :

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 measured.

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 b 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)

What makes VHA’s compensation unique?

Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees

Compensation for education and professional development

VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with 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 VHA’s commitment to DEI

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. I