SAGKEENG CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES (SCFS) is looking for a FULL-TIME Occupational Therapist. You practice empathy, understanding and patience. You promote a safe therapeutic environment. You will be joining a creative, initiative, and dynamic multi-disciplinary team. You are knowledgeable of SCFS, Sagkeeng First Nation and Indigenous culture. This position reports to SCFS Biidaaziiway Gamik Clinical Supervisor - Specialized Services.

QUALIFICATIONS

- Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy (MOT), from an accredited post-secondary school.
- Must be licensed/registered or eligible with COTM.
- Minimum 2 years recent and relevant experience in child, adolescent and family mental health.
- Demonstrated working experience with the school system.
- Exceptional clinical skills in the mental health assessment and treatment of children as well as their families.
- Extensive knowledge of provincial mental health community resources and services.
- Knowledge and awareness of cultural and socio-economic factors that inform service provision.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Conducts comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments.
- Provides observation and assessment of children requiring assistance with adaptive functioning n the home, community and school settings.
- Consults with school staff and school-based mental health professionals regarding the implementation of interventions related to behavior, social skills, emotional stress, functional living skills and trauma.
- Conducts live in-classroom coaching of educators and school staff on implementation of strategies to promote school success.
- Facilitates development and rehabilitation of clients with mental, emotional,



developmental and physical disabilities by planning and administering medically prescribed occupational therapy.
- Implements programs addressing fine motor skills, practice in functional, pre-vocational, vocational and independent living skills as well as sensory needs and emotion regulation.
- Promotes maximum independence by selecting and constructing therapies according to individual’s physical capacity, intelligence level and interest.
- Provides children, family, and caregivers mental health education.
- Facilitates group intervention addressing mental health and adaptive living skills.
- Provides training workshops in various settings.
- Participates in the clinical delivery of the team's clinical services, including developing individual service plans and coordinating community resources to maximize optimal mental health outcomes.
- Partnering with clients and families to formulate and implement individual goals with focused, targeted and measurable outcomes.
- Providing direct client support in collaboration with client’s families to plan, implement, and evaluate care.
- Utilizing research to formulate and implement evidence-based practices.
- Maintain qualified and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
- Conducting ergonomic assessments for all staff as required
- Writing and filing reports,



case notes, contact logs, and maintaining stats

SCFS offers a competitive salary and benefits and annual professional development budget at the discretion of the agency.

Sagkeeng Community members and Indigenous candidates are encouraged to self-identify.

- Qualified candidates will be required to undergo a criminal record check, child abuse registry check, and a prior contact check as a condition of employment. Sagkeeng Community members and Indigenous candidates will be given preference and are encouraged to self-identify as being of Indigenous descent.and functional rehabilitation.
- Knowledge of Pediatrics and child development, with experience supporting children and youth with diverse physical, cognitive, and sensory needs.
- Effective Communication skills for collaborating with families, caregivers, Elders, and multidisciplinary teams, and for documenting clinical information clearly.
- Understanding of Rehabilitation principles and familiarity with related Medicine concepts as they apply to community-based child and family services.
- Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution; eligibility for registration and good standing with the appropriate provincial regulatory body.
- Experience working in Indigenous or community-based settings and willingness to incorporate cultural practices and the Seven Sacred Teachings into care.
- Ability to work on-site in Selkirk, MB, manage a varied caseload, and travel within the community as required.
- Proficiency in maintaining accurate records, respecting confidentiality, and following ethical and legal standards in health and social services.

📌 Occupational Therapist (Selkirk)
🏢 Sagkeeng CFS
📍 Selkirk