OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST 139R10-22-3
CHILD AND YOUTH HEALTH, HEALTH SERVICES
Full-Time

Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) for the Occupational Therapist with Child and Youth Health, Health Services Department.  The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting and Job Description are available for printing from the www.greatsn.com website.  Online applications accepted through https://www.vscyberhosting.com/sixnations/. The job posting will remain open until all vacancies are filled. Applications will be reviewed by the Selection Panel as they are received.

Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.

JOB SUMMARY: The Occupational Therapist reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Child & Youth Health Team Program Supervisor, Health Services, Six Nations Elected Council.

The Occupational Therapist will provide expertise in the occupational performance and overall quality of life of individuals by conducting clinical assessments and providing appropriate recommendations, consultations and direct or indirect interventions.

The Occupational Therapist will utilize evidence based practice and client centered practice principles to identify physical, psychosocial, cognitive, emotional, environmental and occupational barriers for clients’ ages 0-18 years who reside in the Six Nations Community.  The Occupational Therapist will enable children and families to develop the means and opportunities to identify, engage in and improve their function in the occupations of life.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy or equivalent
• Three years clinical Occupational Therapy experience preferred
• Must be registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
• Experience working with children
• Valid Class “G” license and reliable transportation
• High level of computer skills – Microsoft Office, MS Word & Excel.

SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: (Choose one method ONLY):

Method #1:  Online

1. Please visit: https://www.vscyberhosting.com/sixnations/ to access our job board and follow the directions to apply.
2. Please ensure all required documents are provided/uploaded with your application package, which include:
   1. Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
   2. Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
   3. Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
3. If you have any questions or need assistance please reach out to Eniola Owoso, Human Resource Business Partner at 519-445-2223 ext 5716 or via email at HRBP3@sixnations.ca

Method #2: GREAT – Applications must include all of the following:

1. Printed, filled in and authorized Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form.
2. Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
3. Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
4. Photocopy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
5. Place all documents listed above in a sealed envelope and mail to or drop off at:

Occupational Therapist – Contract – 139R10-22-3
c/o Reception Desk
Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)
P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court
Ohsweken, Ontario  N0A 1M0