Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Salaried Permanent Full-Time Role
Experienced candidates may be eligible for a sign‑on bonus.
Location: York Region – Richmond Hill, Vaughan, Markham, Newmarket, Georgina
Closing the Gap Healthcare (CTG) provides Canadians with the highest level of care across a wide range of home based and community service settings.
We are looking for Paediatric Occupational Therapists that can bring their integrated approach in therapy services to our client’s homes and community clinics.
Our Occupational Therapist will be working with children with complex neurological and musculoskeletal needs in home and community clinics. The intervention will include activities of daily living, fine motor skills, home safety equipment, home accessibility, play and recreation, and augmentative communication. If you are looking for an environment where you get to use a wide range of your therapy skills to improve the well-being of your clients and build your passion for Home Care, then this role will be right for you.
What you will be doing:
- You will conduct comprehensive developmental and functional assessments, creating individualized, family‑centered therapy care plans.
- Provide therapy to children with complex neurological and musculoskeletal needs in home and community clinics, adjusting interventions as they progress.
- Recommend mobility aids and adaptive equipment based on each child’s developmental, safety, and functional requirements.
This position will align with your practice if:
- You enjoy flexibility and autonomy over your schedule
- You want to make a lasting change in a child's life
- You have a passion for working with children with multiple health needs
- You value collaborating with a high performing team that is committed to life-long learning and reflective practice
- Working with Occupational Therapist colleagues and Therapy Assistants
Skills needed for success:
- Have a current active registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario in good standing
- Previous Paediatric experience is preferred
- ADP Authorizer or willingness to be trained is preferred
- Have knowledge of legislation, regulations, and policies applicable to practice
- Use a systematic approach to decision making during the development, implementation, and evaluation of the care plan
- Be able to manage time and workload effectively
- Ensure appropriate and secure documentation
- Be able to work within a flexible schedule and adaptable environment
- Have the physical capabilities to perform the duties of the position.
- Have a valid Driver’s License and reliable insured vehicle
- Ability to speak French will be an asset
What you can expect:
As a member of Closing the Gap Healthcare, we are built to be a Team Made for Caringtm, you can expect:
- Competitive Total Compensation package,
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP Matching)
- Comprehensive health and dental package, including comprehensive support for mental health
- Vacation Pay and Time Off
- Documentation mobile device will be provided
- Millage compensation is provided
- Extensive learning and education development opportunities
- A culture of performance recognition and appreciation
- A commitment to excellence.
- Mentorship opportunities is available
The Not So Fine Print:
We are excited you are considering applying to become a valued member of our “Team Made for Caring”.
This position is open to individuals who are eligible to work in Canada, and who meet all the essential requirements stated above. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process as required under the CTG Accessibility policy.
Closing the Gap is committed to a high-quality and safe environment for our team members and clients/families. At Closing the Gap, we strongly encourage all new hires to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza as unvaccinated team members put themselves, co-workers, their clients, their client’s families, and CTG’s communities at unnecessary risk.
Closing the Gap is committed to the success of all its team members. If you feel you need accommodations because of illness or disability, please do not hesitate to contact Human Resources at [email protected] at your earliest convenience.
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