Occupational Therapist - Central East (Adults)
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VHA Home HealthCare
Occupational Therapist - Central East (Adults)
Company
VHA Home HealthCare
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Date Posted
January 1, 2025
**Job Posting: Occupational Therapist**
**Company:** VHA Home HealthCare (VHA)
**Location:** Ontario
**Job Type:** Full-Time
**Pay Range:** Commensurate with experience
**About VHA:**
VHA Home HealthCare is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario, employing nearly 3,000 dedicated professionals committed to high-quality, client-centred care in the community.
**Position Overview:**
As an Occupational Therapist at VHA, you will assess and provide consultation, recommendations, and interventions to a diverse group of pediatric clients in their homes and/or schools, utilizing evidence-based best practices. You will ensure coordinated care through ongoing communication with the client care team while promoting independence and VHA’s core values.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Assess and implement occupational therapy interventions following professional practice guidelines and standards.
- Develop client interventions based on assessment information and in conjunction with the client’s integrated care plan.
- Ensure services provided are evidence-based and evaluated using valid and reliable outcome measures.
- Maintain ongoing communication with all members of the client’s care team regarding intervention plans and schedules.
- Document assessment findings, treatment plans, progress, and discharge summaries as required.
- Support safe client care through continuous quality improvement initiatives.
**Required Qualifications:**
- Degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognized institution.
- Member in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
- Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
- Compassionate, empathetic, and self-driven with the ability to work independently.
- Skilled in caseload management and electronic documentation.
- Ability to provide virtual care.
- Registered ADP authorizer (asset).
**What We Offer:**
- Comprehensive benefits and pension plan for eligible permanent employees.
- Compensation for education and professional development.
- Opportunities for mentorship, training, and career development.
- Employee and family assistance program, wellness resources, and various perks and discounts.
**Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:**
VHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to inclusion and diversity. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodation to those in need.
**How to Apply:**
Please complete our online application, which should take about 5 to 10 minutes. We will review applications as they are received and contact those selected for further discussion.
Thank you for considering a career with VHA Home HealthCare.