Temporary Occupational Therapist(s) - Education Centre

Company Overview

As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 29,600 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed.

RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuutina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District.

Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.

The Opportunity

RVS invites applications from qualified individuals for two temporary, full-time (35 hrs/wk) Occupational Therapist(s) with the Learning Supports team starting immediately until June 29, 2027.

Occupational Therapists facilitate students' ability to function and participate in the occupations of school: learning, socializing, playing, and growing. The Occupational Therapist provides occupational therapy (OT) services to referred students throughout Rocky View Schools (RVS) using a multitiered system of service delivery, from Kindergarten to Grade 12 within inclusive environments. Occupational Therapists provide specialized supports to children/students who have been identified with severe, multiple complex needs. The Occupational Therapist incorporates OT strategies into classroom and school settings, in authentic and functional ways.

The successful candidate must have access to reliable transportation as travel is required. Mileage reimbursement will be provided in accordance with established RVS procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conducts OT services within the context of typical classroom activities
• Effectively supports the prevention of OT difficulties and promotes motor competence for students to enhance educational success
• Promotes student independence in the activities of everyday life or ‘occupations'
• Facilitates, through play and meaningful activities, the development of age-appropriate skills; developing creative solutions or alternatives as necessary
• Writes initial and on-going assessment and treatment reports to share with parents and professionals within and outside RVS
• Administers, scores, and interprets standardized and non-standardized/functional pediatric therapy assessments and monitors student's progress by providing ongoing observation/assessment of development and achievement of goals
• Initiates referrals to external agencies and programs as necessary
• Develops goals, strategies, and activities that integrate seamlessly into lessons and other school activities, occur in inclusive settings, and are connected to the student's Individual Program Plan
• Collaborates with both the school and the divisional learning support teams to support and facilitate the student's Individual Program Plan
• Provides in-service professional development for school staff and families to build OT capacity
• Demonstrates and models a genuine appreciation for, and understanding of, protocol, discretion, and professionalism in RVS

Education and Experience

• Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy
• Current registration, in good standing, with the Alberta College of Occupational Therapists, including a valid permit to practice and continuing professional development as per guidelines.
• Minimum 2 years' experience working with multiple complex needs children
• Experience working in an early childhood setting will be considered an asset
• Expertise in identifying, diagnosing, and planning therapeutic intervention for students with neurological and developmental disorders causing functional impairment
• Previous experience within a school division and/or with Student Information Records Systems is considered an asset

• Strong assessment and problem-solving skills to identify and address developmental and educational delays
• Expertise in identifying, diagnosing, and planning therapeutic intervention for children/students with neurological and developmental disorders causing functional impairment
• Proven ability to establish a rapport with children/youth, families, and other professional staff
• Ability to successfully work in a multi-disciplinary team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision
• Proven ability to establish collaborative working relationships with internal and external clients
• Knowledge of records management principles including Privacy Legislation
• Strong consultation, coaching, and facilitation skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate and convey highly technical/medical information to parents/guardians and staff
• Strong presentation and instructional skills with the ability to present to a wide range of stakeholders
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications

Rocky View Schools Benefits

• 6% vacation pay
• As this is a temporary position, there is no employer paid sick time, pension, benefits
• Rocky View School employees who are ineligible for employer paid benefits may access the supplemental benefits package at their own cost
• Professional development and training opportunities

Pre-employment Requirements

• The successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment
• Proof of qualifications/education as required by the position including WES/IQAS evaluation documents for completed education outside of Canada.
• Applicants must provide a professional letter of reference, attached to the job application, from their most recent supervisor, relevant to the job opportunity, written on company letterhead, signed and dated within the past 18 months; or a list of updated references of a current/recent supervisor on your application.

We request all applications be placed through . Applications must include your cover letter, resume, proof of qualifications and a professional letter of reference/updated references.

Please submit your application quoting job code #4063919. This posting is ongoing until a suitable candidate is found.

Rocky View Schools

Human Resources

We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be contacted via email or by phone for an interview. Please ensure your online profile information is up to date so there is no delay in contacting you.