Posted 3 months ago
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
@ Spark Lifecare
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
Spark Lifecare is hiring a pediatric occupational therapist as an independent contractor to support children and youth with developmental, motor, and sensory processing needs in homes, schools, and community settings. The role involves building family relationships and creating treatment plans, with flexible caseload building, competitive pay of $105-122.50 per hour, and a signing bonus available.
Pay:
$105–$122.50 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Assess and treat children and youth with developmental, motor and sensory needs
- Build relationships with families and create treatment plans
- Deliver therapy in homes, schools and community settings
- Support daily-life skill development for clients
Requirements summary:
- COTO registration in good standing
- OT experience with children and youth
- Clinical experience in MVA or brain injury rehabilitation (asset)
- Valid driver's licence and vehicle access
- Strong verbal and written communication
- English/French bilingualism (asset)
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-21
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-30
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Job details
| Department | Allied health |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Client sites, Home, School |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English, French |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Signing bonus, Performance bonus |
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Spark Lifecare
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Welcome... To a place where imagination becomes possibility. A place where limits are discarded, boundaries are broadened, passions are discovered, challenges are overcome, and lives are transformed. Spark connects you to a local community of skilled and passionate caregivers. We match our clients to people fully committed to helping them live happier and healthier lives. Our goal is to move our clients beyond surviving with their needs, and help them thrive with: * Respite Care * Companion & Attendant Care * Depression & Anxiety Support * Developmental & Disability Support * Rehabilitation Support * Gerontology & Senior Care * Therapeutic Mentoring * Special Needs Tutoring * Acquired Brain Injury Support * Occupational Therapy * Physiotherapy * Psychotherapy * Yoga Therapy * Massage Therapy * Case Management * Nursing * Social Work * Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) A spark is something that ignites, catalyzes, inspires. We are your spark. Come and ignite your life.
- LinkedIn followers
- 1,292
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 110
- Reported office locations
- 10 Florence St, Ottawa, Ontario K2P 0W7, CA
- Cornwall, Ontario, CA
- Kingston, Ontario, CA
- Brockville, Ontario, CA
- Toronto, Ontario, CA
- Quinte West, Ontario, CA
- Business categories
- Health Care
- Wellness
- Nursing and Residential Care
- Other recorded names
- Spark Lifecare
- Specialties
- Therapeutic & Traditional Respite Services
- Disability Support Services
- Senior Support Services
- Rehabilitation Support Services
- Motor Vehicle Accident Services
- and Personal Care Services
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Welcome... To a place where imagination becomes possibility. A place where limits are discarded, boundaries are broadened, passions are discovered, challenges are overcome, and lives are transformed. Spark connects you to a local community of skilled and passionate caregivers. We match our clients to people fully committed to helping them live happier and healthier lives. Our goal is to move our clients beyond…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Individual and Family Services |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2012 |
| Specialties | Therapeutic & Traditional Respite ServicesDisability Support ServicesSenior Support ServicesRehabilitation Support ServicesMotor Vehicle Accident Servicesand Personal Care Services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 52 |
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Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Independent Contractor
Apply here to complete a short video-based interview & upload your resume: https://www.jobma.com/pre-recorded-job/MzQxOTM=/therapy
Our Purpose
At Spark, we're on a mission to make a difference in the way community healthcare is done. As a leading healthcare organization, we are dedicated to supporting our clients with the autonomy to steer their healthcare journey and equipping them with the necessary resources to take control of their health.
Spark is an innovative, award-winning, inclusive and equity focused organization that matches diverse clients to the best one to one care in the community. If you have a passion for helping people and wish to collaborate with a group of like-minded individuals who are committed, hardworking and dedicated, we invite you to become part of our network of healthcare providers!
PEDIATRIC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
At Spark Lifecare, we’re looking for passionate Occupational Therapists to join our growing pediatric team, supporting children and youth with developmental, motor, and sensory processing needs in their homes, schools, and community settings. You’ll have the opportunity to build strong relationships with families, create fun and meaningful treatment plans, and help kids develop the skills they need to thrive in everyday life. If you’re compassionate, flexible, and love finding meaningful ways to make a difference - come spark change with us.
Requirements to Success:
- Registered and in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario (COTO)
- Clinical experience is an asset including areas within the MVA (motor vehicle accident) system, brain injury/neurological rehabilitation
Experience providing OT assessment and treatment for children & youth
Valid Drivers License and access to a vehicle
Strong verbal and written communication & interpersonal skills
Proficient computer skills (i.e. ability to work in MS Word and Outlook)
Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset
Why Join Spark Lifecare?
Competitive compensation: Here at Spark, our compensation is designed to be competitive and recognize each individual's unique skills and experience, with signing bonuses available upon joining our network.
Administrative support: While you focus on what you do best, you will have a full administrative team to assist in supporting paperwork, billing and other demands, so you can concentrate on client care.
Flexible caseload and schedule: As an independent contractor, you'll have flexibility, autonomy to build up your own caseload around your schedule and timeline. At Spark you have a voice in the matching process to help foster a strong therapeutic relationship among therapist & client.
Software Essentials: Access to our management softwares, online booking systems, and digital charting to help you do your job as seamlessly as possible
Access to mentorship and resources to support your practice: At Spark, we value community, work life balance and career development. To help foster your personal and professional growth, we partner with Spark University, a non-profit focused on connecting, educating, and empowering caregivers. Spark U provides you with learning opportunities to make sure you are providing quality care for your clients. You can check them out at: www.sparku.ca
Reward programs: Earn rewards for referring new team members and helping us grow our talented team.
RATE OF PAY
$105-122.50/hour
Signing bonus available, details to be determined upon joining our network
Join our Team:
You will be part of a highly collaborative and supportive team of diverse healthcare providers including OTs, case managers, social workers and many others. While providing client-centric care is what we do best, here at Spark we are equally committed to the well-being of our team. Fostering a positive and meaningful work culture built on collaboration & meaningful work.
Here at Spark, therapy is tailored to each unique person and whatever the circumstances, we are looking for individuals who are committed to client-centred care and who are passionate about creating a difference in people’s lives.
Apply now to join the team: https://www.jobma.com/pre-recorded-job/MzQxOTM=/therapy
Inclusivity: Whatever your age, ability, orientation, ethnicity, race, culture, religion or gender identity - you are welcome. Our community is stronger and more vibrant when it is more diverse and inclusive. We are committed to a fair, equitable, inclusive, and accessible application and selection process.
Accommodations: Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to us at [email protected]
Our recruitment process may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology to assist in reviewing applications while supporting efficiency and consistency. All applications are also reviewed by our recruitment team to ensure fair and equitable consideration.
Check us out: www.sparkcares.ca
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