Occupational Therapy Assistant - Thornhill, Canada - Kayla's Children Centre

Kayla's Children Centre

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Thornhill, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Description:

Kayla's Children Centre provides education, therapy, recreational and respite services for children with a wide variety of special needs within a Jewish cultural setting.

We are looking for a passionate, creative Occupational Therapy Assistant for our therapy clinic.

Our Therapy Clinic offers a variety of therapies to the community and school, including; physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech, music, ABA as well as a biking program.

Graduate of a recognized OTA/PTA program.

Experience:

At least 1 year experience working with children with special needs.

Knowledge of developmental disorders in infants and children.
Knowledge of a variety of treatment intervention models.
Experience in an interdisciplinary setting focusing on familycentered therapy.
Experience with equipment provision, augmentative communication,

Competencies:

Must possess sound judgment, tact, initiative and flexibility in adapting to a variety of intervention settings under significant workload expectations.
Excellent organization and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate effectively with families and professionals is essential.
Proof of immunizations, including COVID19 vaccinations

Responsibilities:

Prepare, organize and conduct individual and group therapeutic activities with assigned clients/students under the direction of a registered Occupational Therapist.
Assists OTs with treatment programs/groups.
Maintains accurate and complete client records, statistics and other data as required by the program policies and procedures.
Maintains OT department, equipment and supplies.
Maintains sanitization and cleaning standards as per department policies.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
$24.00-$32.00 per hour

Schedule: