Position Overview

Dorey Behavioural Services is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our growing Skill Development Department. This role offers the opportunity to be part of a developing interdisciplinary team focused on providing children and families with more connected, collaborative access to care. The Occupational Therapist will bring their qualified expertise to a team that works together to understand each child’s individual needs, support meaningful skill development, and create strategies that can be carried into everyday life.

Key Responsibilities

Assessment & Intervention

- Complete occupational therapy assessments to identify strengths, needs, and environmental factors that influence independence and participation in everyday activities.
- Develop individualized, evidence-informed goals and interventions.
- Provide direct intervention to support functional skill development and independence.
- Develop and implement individualized strategies, supports, and adaptions to activities, routines, and environment, to promote participation and independence
- Monitor client progress and adapt goals, strategies, and interventions as needs develop or change.
- Provide education, modelling, and practical strategies to families and others supporting the client to encourage the use and development of communication skills outside of direct sessions.

Collaborative & Interdisciplinary Care

- Working collaboratively with children, families, and other professionals
- Contributing the OT perspective to interdisciplinary planning
- Participating in common-plan/case meetings
- Coordinating with other service departments within the company when a client receives multiple services
- Communicating recommendations to be incorporated into everyday care




- Recognizing when another discipline's expertise or referral is appropriate

Documentation & Professional Practice

- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation in accordance with professional and organizational standards.
- Complete reports, recommendations, progress updates, and other documentation as required.
- Maintain registration and remain current with professional standards, ethical requirements, and evidence-informed occupational therapy practice.
- Participate in ongoing professional development, team learning, and department development.
- Practice within professional scope and seek consultation when appropriate.

Qualifications

Required

- Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy from a recognized program, or equivalent qualification that meets requirements for practice in New Brunswick.
- Registered and in good standing with the New Brunswick Association of Occupational Therapists (NBAOT), or eligible for registration prior to beginning employment.
- Demonstrated experience working or volunteering with children and youth.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Valid driver’s licence and access to reliable transportation.
- Ability to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.




- Current First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain upon employment.

Preferred

- Experience working with children and youth with developmental disabilities, behavioural needs, mental health needs, or other complex support needs.
- Experience working collaboratively with families, caregivers, and other professionals.
- Experience providing services within home, community, or other natural environments.
- Knowledge or experience related to interdisciplinary models of care.
- Experience developing practical strategies and recommendations that can be incorporated into a client’s everyday routines and environments.
- Experience providing education, consultation, or coaching to caregivers and support teams.

New graduates are encouraged to apply. Applicants with limited professional experience should demonstrate relevant employment, placement, volunteer, or community experience supporting children and youth, particularly those with additional support needs.

Growth & Developmental Opportunities

As the Skill Development Department grows, we want our team members to have the chance to grow with it. This position will begin part time, with the potential to develop into a full-time role as service demand increases. Team members are encouraged to contribute their ideas, interests, and professional expertise to help shape and grow programs and services. As the department develops, opportunities for continued learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, specialized areas of practice, increased responsibility, mentorship, and leadership may also develop based on individual strengths, interests, and professional goals.

Pay: $38.00-$50.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- RRSP match

Work Location: In person

📌 Occupational Therapist (Sussex)
🏢 Dorey Behavioural Services
📍 Sussex