GYPSD Occupational Therapist Position

GYPSD Occupational Therapists

Grande Yellowhead Public School Division No. 77 is currently looking to fill a full-time Occupational Therapist position commencing as soon as possible.  The successful candidate will work out of the Edson area.

The purpose of this position is to serve as part of the Grande Yellowhead Public School Division School-Linked Team to assist school teams to develop strategies and action plans to strengthen inclusive practices and better meet the diverse learning needs of all students.

Duties of the Occupational Therapist will include:

• Liaise with division personnel and parents in a team focused approach within the Collaborative Response Model Framework
• Administer, score and interpret standardized occupational therapy assessments for the purpose of assisting teachers in the classroom
• Provide intervention strategies (universal, targeted and specialized) and program development
• Conduct and model occupational therapy within the context of typical classroom activities
• Contribute to student IPP development and program planning
• Facilitate professional development for parents, teachers and educational assistants
• EYE – work collaboratively with the Early Learning Coach to support observations and completion of Functional Statement as part of the multi-disciplinary team

Preference will be given to applicants who possess:

• Masters or Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy or equivalent including course work in assessment and treatment of fine motor, visual motor and perceptual difficulties
• Membership with Alberta College of Occupational Therapists (ACOT)
• Minimum of one year experience with the school-age population
• Ability to apply knowledge of principles, guidelines, concepts and procedures
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle 

Please visit http://gypsd.ca/Employment.php to apply!