Occupational Therapist - Boomerang Health

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Job ID

21350

Location

Toronto, Ontario

FTE

0.00

Hours of Work

Dept/Program Name

Clinical Solutions LP

Contract Length

Date Posted

2024-10-15

Deadline to Apply

Target Openings

1

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About SickKids

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built – nor could it be maintained – without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World .

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description

Position Description

Occupational Therapist - School - at Boomerang Health

About Boomerang Health

Boomerang Health, powered by SickKids, is a multidisciplinary paediatric clinic, independent but wholly owned by The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids). SickKids opened Boomerang Health in April 2013, a 10,000 sq. ft. healthcare centre in Vaughan, to provide the York Region community and beyond, with greater access to community-based services for children and adolescents. We are committed to working together, learning and creating an environment where everyone feels safe, represented, included, respected and valued. We cannot do this without a strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. As people and healthcare professionals, we stand together against racism and oppression which have a huge impact on the health of the many communities we serve.

Job Summary

• Work will be a mix of in-person at the clinic on weekends and school-based care during the week

• This position requires availability during school hours within the week, as well as one weekend day

• Provides comprehensive occupational therapy assessments and intervention to children with a variety of occupational performance issues (OPIs)

• Follows evidence-based approaches to assessment and treatment

• Provides education and feedback to families

• Communicates effectively and maintains relationships with referring physicians, healthcare providers and other relevant community stakeholders

• Manages a varied caseload and meets required timelines

• Maintains complete and accurate medical records using an electronic (computerized) system

• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy, with experience in paediatric assessment and treatment

• Registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO)

Experience/Skills

• A minimum of three years of experience is preferred

• Strong proficiency in assessment and evidence-based occupational therapy interventions with children. Experience treating the following areas is an asset:

• Feeding

• Fine motor

• Sensory processing

• Self-regulation

• Motor planning

• Experience providing care virtually

• Proven ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team

• Utilizes critical thinking and problem solving skills

• Efficient time management and organizational skills are required

• Requires excellent oral and written communication skills in English

• Proficient oral and written communication skills in French is an asset

To Apply

To apply for this position, please email your cover letter and resume to careers@boomeranghealth.com .

Our Commitment to Diversity

The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.

When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process. Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially.

Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital¿s receipt of all necessary documentation.

How to Apply

Tip: Combine your cover letter and resume into ONE document of 20 pages or less as you cannot upload multiple documents as part of your application.

If you are still experiencing technical difficulties please email ask.hr@sickkids.ca to send us a short description of the issues you are experiencing. Please note that we will not accept resumes sent to this inbox but we are happy to respond to requests for technical assistance.