Occupational Therapist in Mississauga

Position Type: Full-Time, School Year, Contract

Start Date: To start immediately

End Date: To no later than November 30, 2026

Salary Range: $71,932 - $115,286 (Master's Degree)

Union: APSSP

Number of Vacancies: 1

Location(s): Board-Wide – Multiple Locations

Posting type: Internal and External

Vacancy Status: Replacement

Posting Close Date: Until filled

ABOUT US

The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board is a dynamic board committed to the delivery of quality educational programs and services. The Board is comprised of over 70,000 students enrolled in 152 schools throughout the municipalities of Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon and Orangeville. We have over 10,000 employees in an increasingly diverse community.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Superintendent of Special Education and Learning Services, the Occupational Therapist reports directly to the General Manager of Clinical Services and Special Education and is a member of the Board-level Multidisciplinary Team. The Occupational Therapist provides assessment, planning, consultation, and intervention to enhance student potential for learning and ability to participate in the educational environment. The Occupational Therapist will support students with diverse learning profiles including physical, motor, sensory, coordination and/or behavioural needs.

Qualifications and Experience for Occupational Therapist

• Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Minimum of 2 years related experience in Occupational Therapy, assessing and supporting students with sensory, motor, coordination, physical, mobility, behavioural and learning needs.
• School-based experience preferred.
• Registration and member of the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO) and in Good Standing License.
• Fundamental understanding of specialized equipment for students.
• Knowledge of the Ministry of Education SEA process.
• Excellent analysis, problem solving, organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work under tight timelines, as part of a multidisciplinary team and independently.
• Ability to create and facilitate professional learning opportunities for board employees.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct Occupational Therapy assessments of students with complex learning, behaviour and developmental needs.
• Conduct safety assessments of the learning environment for students with complex needs.
• Provide short-term direct intervention for students.
• Deliver or facilitate the delivery of programs to enhance student ability to participate in the educational environment.
• Support students' skill acquisition in collaboration with the school Team.
• Attend Team Meetings and Multidisciplinary Case Conferences.
• Co-facilitate goal setting meetings with the school Team and families.
• Plan and formulate intervention programs to address student specific needs.
• Consult with classroom teachers, Support Services Personnel, Administrators, and parents regarding student development and learning needs.
• Collaborate with school staff to inform the preparation of Safety Plans.
• Contribute to the formulation of Individual Education Plans.
• Recommend specialized equipment for the learning environment.
• Conduct equipment modification for students and monitor safety.
• Liaise with parents regarding student progress and support strategies.
• Work constructively and cooperatively with professionals from community agencies.
• Adhere to the policies, protocols, and standards of practice of the Board.
• Supervise post-secondary Occupational Therapy students in placements.
• Provide Multidisciplinary Team representation on Department or Board project committees.
• Provide professional capacity building for board staff.
• Provide consultation to the Special Equipment Amount (SEA) committee.
• Liaise with vendors regarding student equipment needs.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Itinerant.
• Valid Driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• Required to transport test kits in and out of schools.
• Requires the ability to deal with stressful and emergent situations.

APPLICANT INFORMATION

• This role will require a Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process is available upon request.
• The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools in our recruitment processes.
• The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board is an equal opportunity employer.