Clinical Interventionist Occupational Therapist

7 days ago

Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada IWK Health Centre Full time
About the Role

The IWK Health Centre is seeking a skilled Clinical Interventionist Occupational Therapist to join our team. In this role, you will work with preschool-age children with autism and their families, providing assessment, intervention, and support to help them achieve their full potential. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centered care, and we are looking for a dedicated professional to join us in this mission.

Key Responsibilities

As a Clinical Interventionist Occupational Therapist, you will:

  • Conduct assessments to identify the needs of preschool-age children with autism and their families
  • Develop and implement individualized intervention plans to support the children's development and well-being
  • Collaborate with families, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders to ensure a coordinated approach to care
  • Provide education and support to families to empower them to teach and support their child's development
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to enhance the care we deliver
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A Master's degree in Occupational Therapy
  • Registration or eligibility for registration with the Occupational Therapy profession in Nova Scotia
  • Valid minimal Class 5 Nova Scotia driver's license and reliable vehicle
  • CPR certification within the last 12 months and certification in First Aid
  • Two years of recent experience working with children with autism and their families
  • Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in intervention for children with autism
  • Demonstrated excellence in clinical care, including assessment, development, implementation, monitoring, and coordination of intervention plans
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with families, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders
About IWK Health Centre

The IWK Health Centre is a respected academic health sciences centre providing tertiary and primary care for children, youth, adults, and families across the Atlantic region. We have a team of approximately 4000 employees, physicians, volunteers, and learners at sites across Nova Scotia. People build careers with IWK Health Centre with our focus on training and mentorship opportunities. We recognize each other's talent and celebrate our successes. We collaborate in modern facilities or virtually from home, align our work to our values, and enjoy access to enhanced benefits and wellness programs. We are proud to support our patients, families, and communities and are grateful for the generous donor support we receive.

Why Join Our Team?

We are a dynamic and supportive team that is passionate about delivering high-quality care to our patients and families. As a Clinical Interventionist Occupational Therapist, you will have the opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth. If you are a motivated and compassionate professional who is committed to delivering exceptional care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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