Occupational Therapist

2 weeks ago


Red Deer AB, Canada St. Clement's School Full time

We are seeking a licensed occupational therapist to join our team at Red Deer Regional Catholic Schools.
This position will provide occupational therapy and treatment to students with special needs within educational programs.
The successful candidate will be responsible to conduct occupational therapy assessments to determine a student’s level of functioning relative to their age and educational placement in such areas as fine/gross motor skill development, sensory-motor integration, self-care, and the activities of daily living. This includes ongoing support and treatment of Sensory Processing, Executive Functioning, Behaviour/Regulation, Mental Health, Multiple Complex Disabilities.
A bachelor's or master's degree in occupational therapy or equivalent from an accredited University Program. Previous school-based collaborative work considered an asset.
Relevant expertise in the design, implementation, and evaluation of a sensory room and in devising specific programs for individual students.
Provides occupational therapy services, as identified through the ISP plan, to students enrolled in the Foundations/Blended programs of Red Deer Regional Catholic Schools.
Administers occupational therapy assessments to determine a student’s level of functioning relative to their age and educational placement in such areas as fine/gross motor skill development, sensory-motor integration, self-care, and the activities of daily living.
Provides students with individual treatment and group therapy sessions to correct specific areas of sensory-motor integrative dysfunction.
Develops occupational therapy treatment plans based on the educational goals for eligible students to improve the student’s functional abilities within the school and naturalistic settings, in collaboration with the ISP team.
Monitors therapy programs and consults with educational staff regarding inclusion of appropriate occupational therapy treatment strategies into the educational program; Participates in meetings between RDCRS staff and families on the appropriate implementation of programs;
collaborates and coordinates occupational therapy goals with the educational program.
Consults and collaborates with medical and community agencies that interact with RDCRS staff regarding
occupational therapy services for students.
Adapts equipment to assure proper positioning and to enhance the functional performance of the student, addressing the student’s neuromuscular deficits and needs. Administers occupational therapy programs as needed in terms of budget recommendations, space, and equipment recommendations.
Supports the Child and Family Centered approach to the delivery of services that views the whole family including the child as the focus
Engages parents as active partners at home and in planning and decision making
Provides a flexible approach to service delivery adjusting to the diverse and changing needs of the child and family
Provides consultative supports and services that promote academic and social inclusion
Promotes mental health and wellness
Strong ability to uphold an environment that supports diversity and inclusion.
Respect and value all individuals with sensitivity to diversity.
Understanding of how this position impacts our community.
In order to be considered for these positions, you must upload a current Resume and Cover Letter to the job posting you are applying to.


The Cover Letter and Resume must be a Microsoft Word or PDF file.
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