JOB OPPORTUNITIES

​​​Job Description: Occupational Therapist

 

​We are seeking an experienced and motivated occupation therapist with a passion for pediatric practice. The successful candidate will assess and treat children and adolescents with a range of developmental, neurological, and sensory needs, including autism, ADHD, developmental delays and genetic disorders. You will collaborate closely with speech language pathologists and other professionals to support children’s participation in everyday activities at home, school, and in the community. You will work at our clinic located in Bracebridge, which has a fully equipped OT therapy room, as well as in schools and other community settings to provide therapy that is functional, engaging and family focused.

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Location: Aspire Speech clinic in Bracebridge, Ontario, and travel to community settings and schools in Muskoka–Parry Sound

Hours: Flexible hours Monday to Friday 

Salary: from $70–$95 per hour based on experience

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Key responsibilities:

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• Conduct standardized and informal assessments in sensory processing, fine and gross motor development, visual-motor integration, self-regulation and daily living skills.

• Develop and implement individualized, goal-based and evidence-based treatment plans.

• Support children and adolescents with autism, ADHD and sensory processing difficulties.

• Provide direct one-to-one intervention in a variety of settings.

• Collaborate with other disciplinaries within the clinic, educators, physicians, and families to create coordinated care plans.

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including assessment reports, progress notes, sensory diets, therapy notes and recommendation letters in compliance with professional standards and college.

• Provide parent education and coaching to support carryover of strategies in daily routines.

• Deliver services with sensitivity and respect for diverse cultural background including working with the indigenous communities across Muskoka-Parry Sound.

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Qualifications:

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• Degree in occupation therapy (or equivalent).

• Registration with good standing with the College of Occupation Therapist of Ontario.

• Minimum 2 years of experience working with children and adolescents with autism, ADHD and sensory processing challenges is an asset.

• Excellent communication, documentation and time management skills.

• Comfortable working independently and as a part of an interdisciplinary team.

• Willingness to travel within the Muskoka–Parry Sound region.

• Experience in overview areas.

• Vulnerable sector check.

• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.

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Please send resumé and cover letter to Genna Nichol, SLP, at genna@aspirespeech.ca.

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Job Description: Speech-Language Pathologist

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We are looking to hire a passionate and energetic speech-language pathologist (SLP) to join our growing team. We are dedicated to helping people of all ages communicate to the best of their ability. This is a full-time permanent position (three to five days per week), but candidates looking for part-time hours are also welcome to apply. 

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Location: Aspire Speech clinic in Bracebridge, Ontario, online remote therapy, and travel to communities and schools in Muskoka–Parry Sound

Hours: Flexible hours Monday to Friday 

Salary: from $65 per hour based on experience

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Key responsibilities:

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• Provide comprehensive speech and language assessment to children and adults with suspected communication difficulties in the following areas: articulation, language, fluency, motor speech, voice, and pragmatic/social communication. Knowledge and experience with a range of developmental disabilities including autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, and fetal alcohol syndrome. ​

• Provide resources to parents and adult clients to help them better understand the etiology and physiology of their communication difficulties or impairment or their child’s communication difficulties.​

• Provide direct and indirect therapy in clinic and online to preschool and school-aged children who present with a broad range of communication difficulties, including creating and supporting augmentative and alternative communication.​

• Provide therapy to children in Indigenous communities in Muskoka-Parry Sound and across Ontario both in person and virtually.​

• Administer screening protocols.​

• Create, follow, and adapt treatment plans for individuals and group sessions.​

• Develop and lead engaging therapy sessions and care-giver workshops.​

• Assist in the development of online content, future programming, and service offerings.​

• Consult and collaborate with community partners including resource teachers, schools, local children’s treatment centers, etc.​

• Maintain knowledge of current practices and equipment in speech-language pathology.

 

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Qualifications:

 

• Master’s degree in speech-language pathology.

• Member in good standing with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO).

• Membership with the Ontario Association of Speech-Language Pathologist and Audiologists (OSLA) or Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC) preferred.

• Experience working with preschool and school-aged children.

• Experience working with Indigenous communities an asset.

• Demonstrate flexibility and time-management skills to manage an ever-changing caseload.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Excellent assessment and intervention skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team with other disciplines.

• Comfort with technology, including Zoom video-conferencing technology and Microsoft Office.

• Vulnerable sector check.

• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

 

Please send resumé and cover letter to Genna Nichol, SLP, at genna@aspirespeech.ca.

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