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The Meadow Lake Tribal Council is seeking a dynamic individual to fill the position of Occupational Therapist for the Office of Education. This position is based on a 200 day school year contract with the possibility of contract renewal based on fiscal year funding.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- The role is to provide consultative services to community health nurses, parents, classroom teachers, educational assistants, special education teachers, principles and administration.
- Assess individuals with formal and informal measures to determine area of strengths and areas that are challenging.
- Create reports which provide recommendations to the home or school based team which may include (but not limited to): adapting activities, providing equipment, creating individualized programming and making suggestions to improve the learning/home environment.
- Provide consultation to individuals/caregivers/staff as needed. Support the team that works one-on-one with individual(s) to improve skills in specific areas.
Qualifications:
- Degree in Occupational Therapy from an approved School of Occupational Therapy.
- Membership in good standing with the Saskatchewan Society of Occupational Therapists.
- Previous experience working with First Nation individuals/communities will be considered.
- Salary is commensurate with qualifications and years of experience.
Recruitment Incentives: (if applicable)
- Pension & Benefits Package.
- Relocation/Moving Allowance is provided (if applicable).
- Fleet Vehicle provided for travel to communities.
- CAOT Registration and Insurance covered by MLTC.
- SSOT Registration covered by MLTC.
- School Based Contract (200 days)/Professional Development Program in place.