occupational therapist assistant
Your tasks
Key Responsibilities
- Implement individualized OT treatment plans under the direction and supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
- Prepare and adapt engaging, developmentally appropriate therapeutic activities, teaching materials, and visual supports.
- Support children's development in motor skills, sensory processing, self-regulation, play, social participation, and activities of daily living.
- Provide coaching and modeling to parents and caregivers, as directed by the OT, to support carryover at home.
- Assist children and families with the appropriate use of therapeutic equipment, adaptive tools, and assistive devices
- Observe, document, and track children's participation, performance, and progress toward individualized goals
- Communicate significant changes, concerns, or observations promptly to the supervising OT.
- Collaborate with OTs, Behaviour Analysts, Behaviour Therapists, SLPs, and other professionals to support coordinated care
- Participate in team meetings, case discussions, and supervision sessions as required.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Completion of an Occupational Therapist Assistant/Physiotherapist Assistant (OTA/PTA) diploma from an accredited post-secondary institution.
- A minimum oftwo years of experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, developmental disabilities, or complex support needs.
- Experience supporting children and collaborating with their parents, caregivers, and families.
- Knowledge of child development, autism, developmental disabilities, sensory processing, motor development, self-regulation, and functional skill development.
- Experience working within an interdisciplinary, family-centred service model is preferred.
What we offer
Pay: $40.00-$50.00 per hour
Other
Work Location: In person