Requirements: ·

At least 1 year working with individuals with autism

· Masters level degree in Occupational Therapy

· Active good standing registration with the College ofOccupational Therapists of Ontario

· Vulnerable sector screening

· Flexible schedule

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As an Occupational Therapist, you will be required toperform the following duties and undertake the following responsibilities in aprofessional manner:

· Collaborate with Sunshine Learning Centre to utilizeoccupational therapy and teach sensory regulation skills, daily living skills,and motor skills using evidence-based methods.

· Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate individuals'functional abilities, strengths, and areas of need. · Develop individualizedtreatment plans based on assessment findings, in collaboration with theindividual, family, and interdisciplinary team.

· Implement evidence-based occupational therapyinterventions to address identified goals and promote independence inactivities of daily living, work, school, and leisure.

· Provide education and training to staff, families, andcaregivers on adaptive techniques, equipment uses, and environmentalmodifications to enhance functioning and safety.

· Monitor progress and modify treatment plans as necessaryto achieve desired outcomes, documenting interventions and progress regularly.

· Stay current with emerging research, best practices, andtrends in occupational therapy, participating in professional developmentactivities and continuing education opportunities as required.

· Maintain records and documentation in accordance withregulatory and organizational standards.

· Participate in team meetings and collaborate withcolleagues to ensure treatment integrity.

· Collaborate with outside professionals (e.g., seniortherapist, school team, SLP) when it is appropriate and consented by theclient's family.

· Ensuring overall client satisfaction and well-being duringtheir programming. This includes but is not limited to developing rapport withthe client, establishing trust, engaging in motivating activities, andassisting the client through challenging moments.

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Benefits:

Two vacation weeks as per summer and winter centre closures
Opportunity to extend employment past contract
Average business hours
On site parking
Team collaboration

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Part-time, Contract

Pay: $55-$60 per hour

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Requirements:

- At least two years of experience with learners who have autism or other additional needs (at least one year of experience providing ABA services to learners with autism preferred)
- A certificate in Autism and Behavioural Sciences or equivalent certification (or a certificate that is currently being completed)
- Access to a computer and the internet on a regular basis
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent team work and interpersonal skills
- Vulnerable sector screening check

Desired Qualifications:

-Capable of working independently
-Ability to think critically and problem solve
-Comfort working in a team environment
-Energetic and enthusiastic personality
-Highly skilled with children, ability to engage and motivate them
-Strong work ethic
-Interest in growth and advancement

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Responsibilities and Duties Staff members at Sunshine Learning Centre are responsible for tasks like:

-Provide 1:1 ABA programming supervised by a registered behaviour analyst
-Collaborate with colleagues and consulting professionals

- Direct teaching (both table top and NET)
- Data collection
-Implementation of behavior support plans

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