Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT)

Autism & Pediatric Developmental Services

Step Up Autism Center is growing our multidisciplinary team and is seeking a compassionate, experienced, and motivated Registered Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide pediatric occupational therapy services to children with autism and other developmental needs.

About the Role

The successful candidate will provide occupational therapy assessment and intervention to children with autism, developmental delays, sensory-processing needs, and other functional challenges.

You will work collaboratively with families and our multidisciplinary team to develop practical, individualized treatment plans that help children improve their independence and participation at home, school, and in the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive pediatric occupational therapy assessments.
• Develop individualized OT treatment plans and goals.
• Provide direct occupational therapy intervention to children.
• Address sensory processing, fine motor, gross motor, self-care, feeding-related functional skills, regulation, and activities of daily living as appropriate to scope and competence.
• Support children with autism and other developmental disabilities.
• Provide caregiver education, coaching, and recommendations.
• Prepare professional assessment reports and treatment documentation.
• Monitor client progress and modify treatment plans when appropriate.
• Communicate effectively with parents/caregivers.
• Collaborate with ABA therapists, behaviour analysts, SLPs, educators, and other professionals.
• Participate in case conferences and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation.
• Follow all applicable professional, ethical, privacy, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Registered and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO).
• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy or recognized equivalent.
• Experience working with children and/or youth is strongly preferred.
• Pediatric autism experience is an asset.
• Experience with sensory processing and developmental disabilities is an asset.
• Strong assessment, clinical reasoning, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
• Professional liability insurance as required for the position.
• Current CPR/First Aid is an asset.
• Vulnerable Sector Check may be required.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Part-time or full-time opportunities.
• Clinic and community-based service opportunities.
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment.
• Opportunities to work alongside ABA, speech-language, and other professionals.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to build and manage a pediatric caseload.
• Meaningful work supporting children and families.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an OT who is:

• Compassionate and child-focused.
• Experienced or interested in working with children with autism.
• Comfortable working with families and caregivers.
• Organized and reliable.
• A strong communicator.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Passionate about helping children develop greater independence and participation.

Pay: $60.00-$80.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Work from home

Licence/Certification:

• Ontario Registered Occupational Therapist (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oshawa, ON (L1L)