Occupational Therapist
Neuroaffirming Practice
ARCC Services - Ottawa, ON
About ARCC Services
ARCC Services (Affirm Regulate Connect Communicate) is a neurodiversity-affirming multidisciplinary practice dedicated to helping children, teens, adults, and families thrive by building on strengths; not changing who they are.
We believe meaningful therapy happens through connection, collaboration, movement, and respect for every individual's unique way of communicating, learning, and engaging with the world.
As we continue to grow, we're looking for an Occupational Therapist who already practices through a neuroaffirming lens and is passionate about relationship-based, child-led intervention. Experience supporting Gestalt Language Processors is an asset, but a willingness to learn alongside our team is equally valued.
Position Details
- Role: Occupational Therapist (OT)
- Schedule: Four days per week to start, with the opportunity to increase to five days per week by October.
- Flexible scheduling within clinic hours.
- Availability for at least one evening per week.
- Salaried private practice position.
- Approximately 4–5 clients per day.
- Six-month probationary period with monthly two-way feedback check-ins.
What we Offer:
- Competitive salaried compensation
- Three weeks paid vacation (prorated)
- Up to 10 paid sick days per year
- Flexible scheduling
- Collaborative multidisciplinary team
- Dedicated mentorship and ongoing professional development
- Beautiful sensory gym and extensive therapy materials
- Regular collaboration and co-treatment opportunities with Speech-Language Pathologists
Why Join ARCC?
At ARCC, we intentionally do things differently.
- Child-led, relationship-based therapy
- Neurodiversity-affirming practice
- Movement and regulation embedded into therapy
- Collaboration across disciplines; not working in silos
- Small, supportive team culture
- Mentorship in Gestalt Language Processing, Executive Function, AAC, neurodiversity-affirming practice, sensory regulation, motor speech, and concussion/ABI rehabilitation
Our Practice Philosophy
- Honor neurodiversity as a natural part of human diversity.
- Prioritize participation, autonomy, confidence, and quality of life over normalization.
- Respect each child's communication style, sensory needs, and preferences.
- Build therapy around strengths, interests, and meaningful participation.
- Partner with families as equal members of the therapy team.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Registration in good standing with COTO.
- Experience supporting autistic children and/or teens using neuroaffirming practices.
- Strong written documentation skills.
Key responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy assessments.
- Develop individualized intervention plans.
- Provide engaging, play-based, relationship-centered therapy.
- Support participation across home, school, and community settings.
- Collaborate closely with families and the multidisciplinary team.
- Recommend accommodations, adaptive equipment, and environmental modifications.
- Complete timely clinical documentation.
- Participate in clinical supervision and ongoing professional development.
- Contribute to a collaborative and inclusive clinic culture.
Preferred / Asset Qualifications
- Training in Interoception (Kelly Mahler curriculum).
- Experience supporting executive functioning.
- Bilingualism (English/French).
- Experience supporting Gestalt Language Processors.
- Knowledge of AAC, assistive technology, sensory processing, and trauma-informed care.
Application Timeline
Closing Date: Friday, July 10 (5:00 p.m.)
Interviews: The following week
How to Apply:
- We know that great clinicians come from a variety of backgrounds. If our philosophy resonates with you and you're passionate about collaborative, neuroaffirming care, we'd love to hear from you.
- Please send your résumé and a brief cover letter to [email protected].
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $43.00 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
