Occupational Therapist

Job Description

KidsAbility empowers children and youth with special needs to realize their full potential. Up to 0.6 FTE Contract Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Assessment Team Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) and/or Occupational Therapists (OT) Commencing ASAP to January 15, 2025 Assigned Site: Cambridge OPSEU 258 salary range for OT and SLP is $38.13-$43.68 per hour KidsAbility is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to over 60 years of proven community outreach and servicing of families across the Waterloo and Guelph Wellington Regions. With core values such as collaboration, respect, accountability, integrity, and inclusion, KidsAbility offers employees: · Access to Employee Assistance Programs · Organizational transparency on missions, visions, and future development · Social Events and opportunities to give back to your community · A supportive and caring work environment with a strong focus on client service and supporting staff to meet our mission critical work With a multi-disciplinary approach, we provide assessment and diagnostic services and resource support for clients in Waterloo Region and Wellington County, up to 18 years of age. Our team consists of a developmental pediatrician, OT, SLP and Social Worker. Assessments take place at our Cambridge site and assessment clinics are currently scheduled on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Consideration will be given to those who are Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) trained and/or have ASD Assessment experience, however there is an opportunity to train a successful applicant(s) with relevant experience and keen interest in ASD assessment and diagnosis. Qualifications/ Requirements: · Must have either o Graduated from an accredited program in Occupational Therapy (OT) and are registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO) or; o A master’s degree of Speech-Language Pathology and are registered with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario · Training and experience with Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) is an asset · Proven ability and willingness to work as an integral member of a team · Excellent oral and written communication skills · Computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office and data entry · Ability to work independently with little direction, self-motivated and demonstrate initiative · Experience with children who have a variety of developmental, physical, and communicative disorders · Excellent organizing, coordinating, and managing the program demands in a fast-paced environment · High levels of attention to detail and confidentiality, as well as strong time management skills · Knowledge of AlayaCare or other electronic charting software an asset · Demonstrated consultation and problem-solving skills · Standard First Aid and CPR is an asset · Travel is required; you must have access to a reliable vehicle with public liability/property damage coverage We invite applications from those interested in this position to submit a letter of interest and resume by end of day January 11, 2024, to Human Resources by emailing recruitment@kidsability.ca . Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are core values at KidsAbility. We are an organization that values, respects, and celebrates the diversity of all. We are committed to creating a more inclusive and barrier-free work environment for all staff. We encourage applications from visible minority groups, women, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities. We also welcome applications from all people, without regard for religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information or any other ground protected by applicable law. KidsAbility strives to create an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please contact Human Resources in advance for assistance at recruitment@kidsability.ca . Please note that all prospective KidsAbility employees are subject to mandatory immunization requirements, including the full and ongoing COVID-19 vaccination, as a condition of obtaining and maintaining employment. We will make accommodations as directed by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services and the Chief Medical Officer of Health. Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract Expected hours: No more than 22.5 per week Benefits: Dental care Extended health care Flexible schedule Paid time off Education: Master's Degree (preferred) Ability to Commute: Cambridge, ON (required) Ability to Relocate: Cambridge, ON: Relocate before starting work (required) Work Location: In person