OT (occupational therapist)
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Occupational Therapist- Permanent
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June 28, 2024
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Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board
Job details
Occupational Therapist <p>Full-Time Permanent Position 10 Month <p>Salary- $71,885 -$93,227 (Under Review) <p>Start Date: September 3rd, 2024 <p>About the Board <p>The Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) is committed to learning, equity, engagement and innovation. We are guided by our vision, Growing Together, the mission that every student experiences a sense of belonging and engages in dynamic learning to reach their potential and build their own future, and our values of Compassion, Dignity, Trust, and Joy to guide our daily work and ensure that we honour the unique identities and needs of all. Proudly serving a community of approximately 50,000 students in the City of Hamilton and surrounding area, HWDSB operates across 84 elementary schools, 13 secondary schools and 1 Adult Learning Centre, in addition to providing support and service to approximately 8,800 staff members.<p>Staff Wellness <p>At HWDSB, staff wellness is a priority. We are committed to co-creating and fostering an environment where staff feel safe, valued, and supported. We are continuously striving to support the needs of our diverse community and actively work to foster and maintain a culture of human rights.<p>Our holistic Staff Wellness program has been designed to support employees well-being in all dimensions of health. As one part of this comprehensive program, all staff as well as their dependents have access to free and confidential supports through our Employee and Family Assistance Provider (EFAP), in addition to many other program components.<p>Reporting to the Manager of Specialized Services, in conjunction with the Principal of Special Education, the Occupational Therapist will provide a tiered consultative support for K-12 classrooms to help to improve performance of students with disabilities. The Occupational Therapist will also be responsible for contributions to HWDSB policies and procedures and Board-wide initiatives. This position is designated for a registered member of the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. <p>Qualifications <p> Master of Science in Occupational Therapy obtained in Ontario or an academic qualification considered equivalent by the College of Occupational Therapist of Ontario's Registration Committee.<p> A member of the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario<p> Minimum of 3 years work experience<p> Awareness of the HWDSB Multi Year Strategic Plan<p> Must have experience in pediatrics and school-based practice<p> Training in Equity and Inclusive Education<p> Valid drivers licenseDuties include but are not limited to: <p> Collaborate to develop broad based strategies that focus on integration occupational therapy within daily functioning of classroom/school environments<p> Provide individualized assessments and detailed professional reports<p> Assess and recommend assistive devices and equipment for students<p> Provide detailed information that supports the acquisition of specialized equipment through Special Equipment Amount or other funding sources<p> Provide professional development opportunities, independently or in collaboration with other staff<p> Provide professional development and demonstrate effective practices to support a sensory diet and sensory integration<p> Participate in the creation of policies and guidelines around the use of calming and sensory rooms in schools<p> Contribute to Behaviour and Safety Plans that include the systematic use of sensory rooms<p> Collaborate with members of a multi-disciplinary system team as well as school staffs<p> Continued professional learning to better support the goals in the annual plan of the board<p> Liaise with community agencies<p> Respond to referrals from both the Behaviour Analytic Services team as we
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LocationHamilton, ON
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
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Advertised until
2024-08-27
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