Occupational Therapy Consultant

This competition is for one (1) Occupational Therapy consultant, working 75 hours/ biweekly.

This is a 12-month term with the possibility of an anticipatory permanence.

Relocation assistance may be provided!

Are you passionate about shaping the future of education in the Yukon? The Department of Education is dedicated to providing high-quality education and lifelong learning opportunities for all Yukoners. We are committed to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in every aspect of our work.

Our department plays a crucial role in delivering a wide range of services and supports that span from early learning to adult education and encompass K-12 schooling. We are proud of our diverse team of professionals who collaborate to develop and implement policies, programs and initiatives that promote student success and enhance educational outcomes across the territory.

As an Occupational Therapy consultant, you will provide a broad range of occupational therapy services to students in the public school system across the Yukon, including consultations, assessments, assistance and support in individualized program development for students, and coaching/training opportunities for educators. This position also participates as a member of a multidisciplinary team to assist educators, parents, and caregivers in supporting students with special learning needs. Our team also leads an innovative Kindergarten-to-Grade 2 fine motor/printing program, utilizing and supervising OT assistants (OTAs) for universal classroom support (Tier 1), followed by a targeted block of support (Tier 2).

If you are passionate and committed to making a positive impact on education in the Yukon, we want to hear from you!

Important application requirements

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the qualifications listed below. Please note that our selection is based solely on the information you provide in your application. Ensure you use a month/year to month/year format and include the duties you performed in each of your positions. For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume visit, we encourage you to review the resource page on Yukon.ca.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in occupational therapy from a recognized institution
• Registered with an approved college of occupational therapy
• Experience completing standardized OT assessments and recommendations for school-aged youth with difficulties in areas such as fine motor, visual motor, regulation, sensory processing, self-care, activities of daily living and mobility.
• Experience in being part of a multidisciplinary diagnostic team would be an asset.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY

The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications, skills and knowledge, but also demonstrate suitability for the role and organizational culture. Key competencies for success in this role include:

• Demonstrating Client Focus
• Cultural Humility and Learning
• Influencing Others to make positive changes
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with educators, parents, community members, First Nation communities and other stakeholders.
• Flexibility to undertake a variety of assignments;
• Ethical decision-making
• Communicating clinical information in an accessible language
• Comfortable in rural and remote settings
• Working collaboratively with other clinical specialists
• Good oral and writing communication skills.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following condition(s) of employment:

• Security Clearance (Vulnerable Sector Check) prior to starting work;
• A valid driver’s license is required for this position, as it requires providing support to various schools.

For more information about this position, please contact: Jessica Masson Guerette, Acting Manager Student Support Services at [email protected].

If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education, please contact: Serafina Christine, Human resources at [email protected].

For more information about how a career with the Yukon government can help you grow your abilities, develop your skills, earn a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits while making a difference in the lives of Yukoners, we encourage you to click the links below!

• Benefits and leave
• Flexible working
• Learning and development
• Diversity and inclusion
• Health and wellbeing
• Terms of employment

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