Occupational Therapist, Home and Community Care

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Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinabek territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land.

CHEO is one of the few stand-alone, global leaders in pediatric health and is home to more than 6,500 staff, clinicians, scientists and researchers, as well as volunteers – all of whom work together to help children and youth achieve their best lives. Within its own walls and through partnerships with community providers, CHEO has transformed from a 20th century acute care hospital into a 21st century integrated child and youth health system. Ranked in the top 1% of Canadian hospitals for the digitization of its clinical infrastructure, CHEO combines excellence in clinical care, research, and education to advance seamless care that's provided where, when, and how it is needed. CHEO's Research Institute is dedicated to world-class clinical, translational, and basic science research covering a wide range of children's health concerns. CHEO has been named Canada's best health-care employer by Forbes in 2024 and 2025 and is ranked second among Canadian hospitals on its list of Canada's Best Employers for multiple consecutive years. For the 14th consecutive year in a row, the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers has recognized CHEO as a top employer in the National Capital Region. Every year CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Occupational Therapist (OT) provides services through CHEO's Home & Community Care department, supporting patients' home and school-based needs. In this role, the OT conducts clinical assessments and develops treatment plans and goals in consultation with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members, in alignment with the standards of the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.

School Based Rehabilitation Services (SBRS) focus on enabling students to access and participate in their school curriculum by addressing their physical, sensory, and environmental needs. Home OT services enhance safety, accessibility, and independence by supporting families with strategies, equipment recommendations, and environmental modifications. Services may be delivered in schools, homes, virtually, or at CHEO sites across Eastern Ontario.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Completes assessments of patients in a variety of treatment settings including private homes, and schools, and performs an analysis based on objective, subjective and functional findings.
• Establishes realistic, measurable and time limited treatment goals and develops treatment plan.
• Ensures that occupational therapy treatments are initiated with the informed consent of the patient or substitute decision maker in accordance with the Health Care Consent Act.
• Provides direct treatment and/or support and teaching to informal caregivers, school personnel and other health care professionals involved.
• Participates in case conferences when required and consults with other members of the health care team in fostering a holistic approach to care.
• Completes reassessments to review patient's progress and treatment goals and reports to Care Coordinator and other members of the health care team in order to ensure continuity of care and determine if other resources and referrals are required.
• Plans in collaboration with the patient, family and Care Coordinator, for the termination of service when patient's goals are achieved and/or when patient no longer requires the service.
• Completes assessments and recommendations for adaptation aids, assistive devices and equipment necessary to achieve treatment goals respecting where appropriate the requirements of the Ontario Assistive Devices Program.
• Completes documentation and maintains appropriate patient records in accordance with the standards of the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario and CHEO policies and procedures.
• Acts as a resource for CHEO employees, service providers, school personnel, and community by providing educational programs as requested.
• Attends and participates actively in team meetings and general staff meetings.
• Assumes responsibility for maintaining professional knowledge and updated skills.
• Prioritizes occupational therapy services in accordance with the CHEO policy.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Vulnerable Sector Check (Essential)
• Graduate from an accredited university program in Occupational Therapy (Essential)
• Registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (C.O.T.O.) (Essential)
• Minimum of two (2) years' experience as an Occupational Therapist, preferably in pediatrics (Preferred)
• Related experience in a community-based setting (Preferred)
• Authoriser for the Assistive Devices Program of Ontario for the prescription of mobility devices (Preferred)
• Current CPR-C certificate (Preferred)
• Communicates effectively, orally and in writing (Essential)
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills (Essential)
• Demonstrated ability to work inter-professionally (Essential)
• Excellent time management and organizational skills (Essential)
• Comfort level and skill in preparing and facilitating therapeutic groups (Essential)
• Valid driver's licence and access to a vehicle (Essential)
• Bilingualism (English and French) (Preferred)

* Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). Please note that this position will be based out of Ottawa. Please note that location may be subject to change at any time at the discretion of the employer. All OPSEU members shall be granted an interview upon passing the pre-screening. Pre-screening might include testing.

Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested.

Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.

Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at
All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

CHEO is committed to providing a safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors. Consistent with that commitment, all applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to be considered for any staff or volunteer opportunities. Applicants are also strongly encouraged to receive their COVID-19 booster shots when eligible to protect against the spread of COVID-19. Upon hiring, presentation of government issued documentation confirming full vaccination must be provided, or presentation of supporting documentation of a valid medical contraindication or other reasonable consideration pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.