TVCC
Since 1949, TVCC has been working with children and youth to help them reach their full potential. Today, a wide range of services and supports are provided for young people with physical disabilities, communication disorders, developmental delays and autism spectrum disorders to support them in attaining the best available quality of life and health. In partnership with local and regional agencies, TVCC annually serves more than 11,000 children, youth and their families from birth to age 19 across Southwestern Ontario in over 700 locations.
Position: Occupational Therapist
Region: Huron and Perth, Grey and Bruce
Description: We are currently recruiting for a temporary, full-time (37.5 hours per week) Occupational Therapist in School Therapy Services. This position is expected to begin in January 2026 and end in June 2026.
The designated office for this position will be Stratford or Owen Sound. Services will be provided in Huron, Perth, Grey and Bruce counties.
This exciting role provides therapy services to students in schools and involves working with educators, parents and fellow clinicians to support school participation.
Responsibilities:
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Provide school-based intervention that is consultative to an entire classroom/school or individualized for one client and provided in a direct/mediated/consultative approach;
- Advise and provide education to school personnel, clients/families and others regarding accessibility, transfers, classroom fine motor skills, sensory skills and self-care activities; including making recommendations for assistance and equipment;
- Prepare and support children and families in the transition to school and throughout school life;
- Plan services as part of a multi-disciplinary team that includes the family, other care providers, school board personnel, volunteers, staff from other agencies, and other TVCC staff;
- Occasional work contracted from the Ontario Health atHome (formerly the Home and Community Care Support Services) for in home and private school services. The intervention at the client’s home may on rare occasions be in the evenings or on weekends; scheduled by the therapist in consultation with the family;
- Participate in ongoing program development;
- Supervision of students and support personnel may be required.
Qualifications:
- Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario;
- Experience working with children, youth and families is an asset;
- Excellent organizational skills;
- Strong communication skills, interpersonal skills and ability to work well within an inter-professional team;
- Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office 365 and videoconferencing software (ex. Teams);
- Valid Ontario driver’s license and access to a vehicle are required;
- Current First Aid and CPR certification;
- Ability to provide services in French would be an asset.
French Proficiency: French an asset
Salary: $39.81 - $49.76 per hour
Terms of Employment: Temporary, full-time
Deadline for Application: Sunday, December 21, 2025
How to Apply: Please email your cover letter and resume (as an attachment in .pdf or Word format) to Human Resources at apply@tvcc.on.ca. In the subject line of your email, please indicate the position you are interested in. To learn more about TVCC, please visit our website at www.tvcc.on.ca.
While all applications are appreciated only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
TVCC is committed to making our recruitment and selection process accessible to all candidates. Accommodations for disabilities are available upon request.
Location: Owen Sound, Stratford
Profession Type: Occupational Therapists
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