To The Stars Job Posting

Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Lacombe AB

0.6 FTE

To the Stars Occupational Therapy and Wellness Centre is a progressive, fast growing company located in the beautiful city of Lacombe, Alberta. We provide services to children and families through home and school based programming. We pride ourselves in offering wellness programs to children and adults that include yoga, art, music, social skills and relaxation through inclusive group programs as well.

We are looking for the right person to expand our occupational therapy team. We are looking for an energetic, creative and passionate therapist that can empower children and families. This person must be well organized, have excellent interpersonal skills and have experience working with children with differing abilities. Experience and training in sensory processing would be a definite asset.

This position would offer:

-          A strong and experienced team of occupational therapists to collaborate with

-          Competitive wages

-          Extended health care and benefits

-          Ability to increase FTE as the business grows

-          Professional development support

-          A strong working relationship with other private and publicly funded programs in our area

-          Free yoga and wellness programs within our centre

-          Flexibility to work within school holidays or to offer summer camps and programming

-          The ability to take your practice to the next level by facilitating groups and offering workshops to schools and parents. We encourage creative and forward thinking, you may have our next great idea.

Responsibilities include:

-          Assessment and occupational therapy consultation within prekindergarten and kindergarten classrooms

-          Provision of occupational therapy services through FSCD as part of a specialized services team

-          Planning and facilitation of inclusive children’s wellness programs

-          Documentation and maintenance of client care records and statistics

Requirements

-          Degree in Occupational Therapy (Bachelors or Masters)

-          Registered and in good standing with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists

-          Access to vehicle and valid drivers license

-          Ability to work independently and as a part of a multidisciplinary team

-          Excellent interpersonal written and verbal commuication

-          Pediatric experience (minimum one year)

-          Ability to work some evenings

We are looking to fill this position immediately. Please direct your resume and cover letter to:

Kari Lotzien,

#3 5623 Wolf Creek Drive,

Lacombe AB T4L 0A5

e. Kari.Lotzien@tothestarsOT.com

p. 403.786.0006      f. 403.786.0252