BLACK GOLD SCHOOL DIVISION
Black Gold School Division is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. BGSD celebrates and welcomes the diversity of all employees, stakeholders, and external personnel.
Occupational Therapist ~ Full-Time* Probationary Position
Black Gold School Division has approximately 13,000 students in 32 schools in Beaumont, Devon, Leduc, New Sarepta, Calmar, Thorsby and Warburg.
Duties:
- Provide assessment, consultation, and intervention for children/students with severe disabilities in Early Childhood Services (ECS) programming up to Grade 12 using the pyramid of intervention and universal design for learning frameworks
- Develop goals and strategies, intervention plans, and make necessary adaptation recommendations on an on-going basis
- Complete appropriate documentation to support the unique programming needs of children
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited University program
- ACOT registration and proof of current professional liability insurance
- Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary team (teachers, parents, Education Assistants, Speech Language Pathologists, Physical Therapists, Psychologists etc.)
- Willing to provide professional development workshops
- Own transportation is required – mileage reimbursed
- Candidates with Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and Positive Behaviour Support training are preferred
- A positive attitude and commitment to work as part of a Professional Learning Community
Position Term: August 25, 2026 - June 29, 2027
We are seeking a 1.0 FTE (full-time equivalent) position with the flexibility to negotiate a reduced FTE for the right candidate
Hours of work: Monday to Friday (7 hour days) based on school division instructional calendar.
Competitive salary ($78,325-$113,509) commensurate with education and experience. Past experience in an educational setting will be recognized for grid placement (supporting documentation is necessary).
As a condition of employment, new employees are required to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check and Intervention Record Check at their own expense (prior to starting employment).
Deadline for applications: July 10, 2026 @ 12:00 pm
Please include cover letter, resume, and reference list with contact information in one PDF document
Competition #25/27 - 16
Please e-mail package, quoting the competition number, to the attention of:
Michelle Unchulenko, HR Coordinator
Black Gold School Division
[email protected]
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $78,325.00-$113,509.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
