Love helping people? We're looking for diverse and equity minded passionate, hardworking, and self-directed people to join our team of caregivers. Spark Inc is an innovative and award-winning inclusive and equity focused organization that matches diverse clients to the best one to one care in the community.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Our clients are wonderful individuals seeking OT support in the Ottawa region and surrounding areas. After experiences of trauma, such as car accidents and workplace injuries, they are looking for support in a variety of manners, from facilitating discharge (from hospital, convalescence or rehab), to assessment and goal-oriented client-centred treatment planning. Our clients have a wide range of interests and backgrounds, from cars and mechanics, to word games, to pets and everything in between. You would be the ideal candidate if you enjoy working as part of a team, are committed to client centered care and passionate about changing lives.
HOURS
Casual, part time and full time opportunities are available
RATE OF PAY
$69.80-94.50/hr
Requirements:
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Registration in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO)
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Valid Drivers License and access to a vehicle
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Strong verbal and written communication skills
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Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to work with independently as well as part of a rehabilitation team
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Ability to work with different personality types
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Computer skills (i.e. ability to work in MS Word and Outlook)
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Experience working within the MVA (motor vehicle accident) system, asset
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Experience providing OT assessment and treatment in a community setting, asset
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Bilingualism, asset
Why Spark?
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Competitive compensation
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Flexible caseload and schedule
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Access to mentorship and resources to support your practice
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Supportive administrative team
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99% paperless
Therapy is tailored to each person, so each position is unique. Whatever the circumstances, we want people who will genuinely care about their wellbeing.
Why Choose Spark?
At Spark, we value community, work life balance and career development. To help foster your personal and professional growth, we partner with Spark University, a non-profit focused on connecting, educating, and empowering caregivers. Spark U provides you with learning opportunities to make sure you are providing quality care for your clients. You can check them out at www.sparku.ca
Whatever our clients age, background, or circumstances, we help them choose the perfect fit from our handpicked team of passionate, skilled and committed caregivers. As a caregiver with Spark, you have a voice in the matching process. We believe that your input will foster the best long-term relationships with your clients. At Spark, youll have flexibility, autonomy and a team who truly cares about you.
Whatever your age, ability, orientation, ethnicity, race, culture, religion or gender identity - you are welcome. Our community is stronger and more vibrant when it is more diverse and inclusive.
Check us out: www.sparkcares.ca