Occupational Therapist

Original job posting

The role focuses on developing students' skills for effective school participation and providing services for those with physical, sensory, and cognitive needs. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, adapting specialized equipment, and collaborating with educational and medical professionals.

Job details

SD42 is looking for a qualified Occupational Therapist to join our Learning Services Team, for a 0.8 FTE Temporary position, effective September 1, 2026, until the return of the incumbent, but not beyond June 30, 2027. Responsibilities: Promote, maintain, and develop students’ skills for effective participation in the school environment. Provide services to students with physical, sensory, cognitive, and complex neurobehavioural needs. Conduct assessments, consultations, and program planning to support student development. Support diagnosis, treatment, and selection/adaptation of specialized equipment. Review reports, interview parents/guardians, and observe student needs. Collaborate with educational staff and medical professionals. Deliver in-service training and support for school staff. Coordinate services with community agencies and external service providers. Perform other related duties as required. Qualifications: A Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy. Registration or eligibility for registration and possession of a current license with the College of Occupational Therapists of BC. The district appreciates the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The role focuses on developing students' skills for effective school participation and providing services for those with physical, sensory, and cognitive needs. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, adapting specialized equipment, and collaborating with educational and medical professionals.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy. Registration or eligibility for licensure with the College of Occupational Therapists of BC is required.

Listed skills

• Organization · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• staff · Preferred
• Planning · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Occupational Therapy
• Student Assessment
• Program Planning
• Specialized Equipment Adaptation
• Collaborative Care
• In-service Training
• Case Management
• Neurobehavioural Support

Job areas

• Education
• Healthcare
• Social Services