Carlington Community Health Centre·Ottawa, Ontario
The Occupational Therapist provides person-centred care through assessments and interventions to improve function and independence for diverse populations. Key duties include prescribing adaptive equipment, conducting home safety visits, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams in a community health setting.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental coverage, along with a range of additional organizational perks and employee wellness supports, subject to eligibility requirements.
The Occupational Therapist provides comprehensive, person-centred care within a primary care and community health setting, supporting individuals across the lifespan to participate in meaningful daily activities and achieve optimal health and independence. Working as part of an interdisciplinary team, the Occupational Therapist addresses both physical and mental health needs through assessment, intervention, health promotion, disease prevention, rehabilitation, and community development initiatives.
This role focuses on helping clients improve function, safety, mobility, and quality of life by addressing the interaction between the person, their environment, and their daily occupations. The Occupational Therapist supports a diverse client population, including seniors, children, individuals with chronic diseases, disabilities, mental health concerns, and those requiring assistance with aging in place.
Key responsibilities include conducting assessments; developing and implementing individualized intervention plans; providing education and support to clients, families, and caregivers; completing home visits and community outreach activities; supporting falls prevention initiatives; prescribing adaptive equipment and assistive devices; facilitating access to disability benefits and accommodations; and collaborating with internal and external partners to coordinate care and improve health outcomes.
The Occupational Therapist also contributes to program development, quality improvement initiatives, health promotion activities, case conferences, data collection and evaluation, policy development, and community-based programming. The position requires strong clinical judgment, the ability to work independently in community settings, and a commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary practice.
This position is ideal for an experienced Occupational Therapist who is passionate about community-based care, promoting independence, and improving health outcomes through holistic, occupation-focused practice.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and be registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. A minimum of three years of community-based experience and proficiency in electronic medical records are required.
Market context
Occupational Therapist roles in Ontario are commonly tied to schools, rehabilitation, and community care, where employers look for registered practitioners who can work independently and travel as needed. These positions can be competitive because they often prefer experience, strong documentation skills, and current registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. Review the posting carefully for setting-specific duties, and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time.
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