We are looking for a Occupational Therapist to join our team
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prioritize and screen referrals in collaboration with the School Based team.
- Conduct assessments of students’ physical abilities using standardized and non-standardized tools in various locations.
- Assist in the development of IEP Plans and develop goals for occupational therapy services in consultation with the family and school-based team, based on the assessment results.
- Provide goal-oriented treatment services to individuals or groups, monitoring progress and revising strategies as needed.
- Provide instruction and guidance to school staff, families, and caregivers on specialized equipment and recommendations.
- Recommend, prescribe, and modify specialized equipment and provide therapy services as needed.
- Coordinate therapies and services with other community providers and participate in assessment, planning, and transition planning.
- Maintain records and produce reports, ensuring that families and relevant individuals receive necessary information.
- Provide training to school staff, families, caregivers, and other service providers.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy; registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia.
- A minimum of One (1) year pediatric clinical experience, including experience in a community based early intervention program or school aged therapy program.
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