Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

We are seeking a passionate, creative, and enthusiastic Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to join our team and support our school, therapy clinic, and camp programs.

Kayla’s Children Centre provides a comprehensive range of therapeutic services to children and families in our school and community, including occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech and language therapy, music therapy, and therapeutic pool programming. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse range of children in both school and clinical settings, as part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team.

Experience & Qualifications

- Graduate from a certified OTA program preferred.
- Minimum 1 year of experience working with children with special needs.
- Knowledge of developmental disorders and disabilities in infants and children.
- Familiarity with developmental and therapeutic intervention approaches.
- Experience working in an interdisciplinary, family-centred environment.
- Experience working in a school or pediatric therapy setting is an asset.

Key Competencies

- Sound judgment, initiative, tact, and flexibility.
- Ability to adapt to a variety of clinical and classroom environments.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with children, families, educators, therapists, and other professionals.
- Ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a collaborative team.





Key Responsibilities

- Prepare, organize, and implement individual and group therapeutic activities under the direction and supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist.
- Assist Registered OTs with individual treatment sessions and therapeutic groups.
- Support OT programming within the classroom and other school environments.
- Assist with therapeutic activities conducted in the hydrotherapy pool, as required.
- Carry out and reinforce OT treatment plans and strategies throughout the school and clinic environments.
- Maintain accurate and complete client documentation and records.
- Maintain OT equipment, supplies, and treatment areas.
- Ensure appropriate sanitization and cleaning standards are consistently maintained in accordance with department policies.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support positive outcomes for children and families.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Availability to work later afternoons, early evenings and/or Sundays is an asset.

Hourly Rate

$30-$35 per hour

Benefits

- Extended health and dental coverage
- Life insurance
- RRSP matching program

Why Join Our Team?

This is an excellent chance for an OTA who enjoys working with children, values collaboration, and is looking for a varied and rewarding role. Our OT department offers the opportunity to work across school, clinic, and camp environments, while collaborating closely with experienced therapists and other professional" s.

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