Occupational Therapy Assistant

SAJ Therapy is a private occupational therapy practice providing services to individuals of all ages, with a focus on children and youth in Toronto, Durham & York regions. Our mission is to empower individuals to achieve their fullest potential and live meaningful lives. We provide personalized occupational therapy services, tailoring our approach to each client’s unique needs, fostering growth, resilience, and overall well-being.

We support with individuals living with neurodiverse, orthopedic and mental health conditions, including those who have been injured in serious motor vehicle accidents. Service locations vary from clients’ homes, schools, workplaces, clinics and in the community based on each individual’s dynamic needs.

SAJ Therapy is expanding I am looking for an Occupational Therapy Assistant to work alongside me to provide engaging, innovative and evidence-based services to our clients. If you are caring, creative, and have an entrepreneurial spirit, I’m looking for you

**Position Details**:
This role provides an opportunity for growth and to learn how to run a successful private practice through both clinical and administrative responsibilities.

**Clinical Responsibilities**:

- Implementation of treatment plans in collaboration with the Occupational Therapist and/or other rehabilitation providers
- Assisting with the research, sourcing and implementation of equipment/assistive devices
- Providing education and training to clients and caregivers
- Observing, monitoring, communicating and documenting rehabilitation progress
- Development of educational materials for client use under occupational therapy supervision

**Administrative Responsibilities**:

- Assist with preparation of referrals to healthcare providers
- Assist with the creation and maintenance of client files
- Assist with preparation of treatment plans in HCAI system
- Conduct and prepare written file reviews and summaries for rehabilitation reports
- Editing of occupational therapy reports and documentation
- Assist with implementation and maintenance office systems

**Location**: Hybrid with in-person community-based client sessions

**Work hours**:Two days per week (14-16 hours), with the potential to increase hours depending on work performance

**Compensation**:

- Direct client support: $27 to $30 per hour
- Administrative duties: $23 to $25 hour

**Here is what you need to be successful**:

- Completion of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program or education in occupational therapy/occupational science
- Previous experience working as an OTA or in a relevant healthcare setting
- Knowledge of automobile and private practice setting, an asset
- Experience and interest in working with children, youth and adults
- Experience with equipment provision under supervision
- Comfort with computers and knowledge of various software platforms
- Excelling writing and editing skills
- Ability to adapt to a changing environment and handle multiple priorities
- Vulnerable sector screening check
- Current First Aid & CPR certification
- Valid Drivers License and use of a reliable vehicle
- Sade Akande-Jones, Occupational Therapist & Owner

**Please include in your cover letter**:

- What excites you about this opportunity
- Areas you are able to travel to for clinical work
- Start date availability

**Job Types**: Part-time, Freelance

Pay: $23.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 14 - 16 per week

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Please include in your cover letter:
What excites you about this opportunity?
What areas you are able to travel to for clinical work?
When are you available to start?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Scarborough, ON M1C 2L3

Application deadline: 2025-02-11
Expected start date: 2025-03-17