Occupational Therapists KidsFirst™

Rehab First is one of Ontario`s largest multidisciplinary assessment and treatment organizations, numbering approximately 100 professional staff who are supported by the Psychologists and Physicians of our MEDNet® roster. Our values of sincerity, commitment and self-improvement inspire us to restore hope and function to clients whose lives have been affected by serious injury and illness. Our disciplines include Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech-Language Pathology, Counselling, Professional Case Management, Rehabilitation Therapy, Life Care Planning and Future Care Cost Reporting.

At Rehab First, Occupational Therapists perform assessments and treatments on a wide variety of cases and are often assigned Case Lead responsibilities on the complex ones. This position is also an opportunity to work with the kidsFIRST™ pediatric practice which offers a full range of in-home and clinic-based services designed to treat children who have special needs.

Please refer to our Regional map for current opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• General and specialized assessments, such as those for physical and cognitive capacities, mobility, and attendant care needs
• Identifying and specifying assessment and treatment plans and obtaining client and third party approval to proceed with them
• Research and creation of OCF-18 claim forms for Ontario Statutory Accident Benefits (SABS)
• Cultivating referral customer relationships, such as those with insurers, lawyers, physicians and psychologists
• Device and equipment specification, requisition and placement

Key Qualifications

• University degree in Occupational Therapy
• Registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
• Valid CPR certificate
• Superior communication, planning, problem-solving, time management and documentation skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Self-motivated, with demonstrated ability to manage a busy and varied case load
• Experience working with children who have special needs in home and community settings in the areas of:
• Sensory Integration
• School readiness
• Fine motor skills
• Activities of daily living and self-care
• Completion of a satisfactory Police Vulnerable Sector Check

Rehab First offers

• Opportunity to work from home or an office (IT equipment provided)
• Flexible schedule
• Experienced, personable and accessible management for ongoing support and mentorship
• Administrative support
• Opportunities for career and clinical skill advancement (e.g. management positions, case management, professional development etc.)
• Diverse caseload with a mix of assessment and treatment 

All applicants must also have a valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle and be willing to travel.

If this opportunity appeals to you, please forward your resume and cover letter to: recruitment@rehabfirst.ca


We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted.