Part-Time Occupational Therapist - Airdrie, AB, Canada - Rocky View Schools (RVS)

Description

Part-Time Occupational Therapist - Education Centre

Company Overview

As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 28,000 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 52 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed.

RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuut'ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Métis Nation of Alberta Region 3.

Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.

The Opportunity

RVS is seeking applications from qualified individuals for a continuing, part-time (28 hours per wk) Occupational Therapist position starting immediately. The Occupational Therapist provides occupational therapy to referred students from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 within inclusive learning environments. The successful candidate must have a valid Alberta Class 5 Motor Vehicle Operators License in order to provide services to all RVS locations.

Responsibilities

• Provides specialized supports to children/students who have been identified with severe, multiple complex needs
• Incorporates occupational therapy strategies into classroom and school settings in authentic, and functional ways
• Conducts occupational therapy services within the context of typical classroom activities
• Effectively supports the prevention of occupational therapy difficulties and promotes motor competence for children in order to enhance educational success
• Promotes student independence in the activities of everyday life or 'occupations'
• Facilitates, through play and meaningful activities, the development of age-appropriate skills; develop creative solutions or alternatives as necessary
• Writes initial and on-going assessment and treatment reports to share with parents and professionals within and outside of RVS
• Initiates referrals to other agencies and programs as necessary
• Administers, scores, and interprets standardized and non-standardized/functional pediatric therapy assessments
• Collaborates with the school and divisional learning support teams to work together to support and facilitate the student's program plan
• Provides in-service professional development for school staff and families regarding relevant issues included in the realm of occupational therapy

Education/Experience

• Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy
• Must be registered, in good standing, with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists, including a valid practice permit and continuing professional development
• Experience working with multiple complex needs students in an educational setting
• E xperience working in an early childhood setting will be considered an asset
• Expertise in identifying, diagnosing, and planning therapeutic intervention for students with neurological and developmental disorders causing functional impairment

Rocky View Schools Benefits

• 6% Vacation Pay
• Flex Benefits Plan (Extended health, Dental, Wellness/Health Care Spending Account, Tax Free Savings Account and Registered Retirement Savings Plan
• This position does not qualify for the Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Free parking

Pre-employment Requirements

• The successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment
• Proof of qualifications/education as required by the position

Hourly Rate: $ $72.42 hourly rate

Open to: Internal and External applicants

How to Apply: We request all applications be placed through

Applications must include your cover letter, resume and contact information of three professional references.

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Closing Date: This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Interviews will be held on an ongoing basis.

Rocky View Schools
Human Resources

We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be contacted via email or by phone for an interview. Please ensure your online profile information is up to date so there is no delay in contacting you.