Occupational Therapist

Location: Niagara Falls Community Health Centre
Position Type: 12-month contract, part-time or full-time
Compensation: $39.75 per hour or $77,506 annually, plus HOOPP pension and comprehensive benefits

About Niagara Falls Community Health Centre

At Niagara Falls Community Health Centre (NFCHC), we are more than a healthcare facility. We are a community hub dedicated to improving the lives of people who face barriers to care.

Our diverse and inclusive team provides holistic, community-based healthcare with a focus on health equity, prevention, and addressing the underlying factors that influence health and well-being. We are committed to creating a supportive work environment that values collaboration, professional growth, work-life balance, and employee well-being.

Position Overview

The Occupational Therapist plays an important role in supporting clients to maintain and improve their functional abilities, independence, and overall quality of life. Working as part of NFCHC's interdisciplinary primary care team, this position provides occupational therapy assessments, education, and individualized support to clients with a range of health conditions and functional needs.

Responsibilities include assessing activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility, ambulation, and cognitive function; identifying accessibility and falls prevention concerns; and supporting clients managing chronic pain and respiratory conditions. The role also contributes to group programming, health education, and the development of educational resources that promote client health and independence.

The successful candidate will bring strong clinical assessment skills, a collaborative approach, and an interest in delivering accessible, community-based care. This is an opportunity to work across a variety of clinical and community settings while contributing to a team committed to improving health outcomes for the people it serves.

Why Join Us?

At NFCHC, we recognize the importance of supporting the people who support our community.

• HOOPP Pension: Participate in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan to support your long-term financial security.
• Employer-Paid Benefits: Access comprehensive employer-paid health and dental benefits.
• Health and Wellness Fund: Receive dedicated funding to support your health and well-being.
• Professional Development Fund: Access funding for ongoing learning and professional growth.
• Flexible Paid Time Off: Benefit from paid time off options that support work-life balance.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside an interdisciplinary team committed to health equity, inclusion, and community well-being.
• Meaningful Impact: Help clients improve their functional abilities, manage health conditions, and maintain independence.
• Varied Clinical Practice: Contribute to individual assessments, health education, group programming, and community-based services.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Assessment and Client Support

• Complete assessments of activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility, ambulation, and cognitive function, using appropriate assessment tools such as the MoCA or MMSE.
• Identify functional challenges and develop recommendations to support clients' independence, safety, and daily functioning.
• Conduct occasional home visits to assess accessibility, identify environmental barriers, and evaluate falls prevention needs.
• Provide individualized education and support to clients managing chronic pain.
• Support the delivery of the Centre's chronic pain group programming.
• Contribute to the respiratory education program and related exercise programming. A Certified Respiratory Educator (CRE) designation is considered an asset.

Health Education and Program Development

• Develop and implement educational programs on a variety of health and wellness topics relevant to the client population.
• Support group-based education and other initiatives that promote functional independence and improved health outcomes.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of programming that responds to identified client needs.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Consult regularly with the clinical team to identify client needs, coordinate care, and support appropriate interventions.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop a coordinated approach to client care.
• Provide services in other community settings as identified by the Senior Leadership Team.
• Contribute to ongoing improvements in service delivery and demonstrate a commitment to NFCHC's mission, vision, and values.

What We're Looking For

Education and Professional Registration

• Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited institution.
• Current registration in good standing with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario.
• Professional liability insurance, with proof of coverage provided and maintained.

Experience and Knowledge

• A minimum of three years of experience as an Occupational Therapist in a healthcare setting, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience.
• Experience conducting functional, mobility, and cognitive assessments.
• Experience supporting clients with diverse health conditions and functional needs.
• Experience in community health, primary care, chronic pain management, respiratory education, or falls prevention is an asset.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Ability to collaborate with an interdisciplinary healthcare team while managing an independent caseload.
• A commitment to inclusive, culturally responsive, and client-centred care.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt to changing client and program needs.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Valid Ontario driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Police Reference Check required.

Join Us and Make a Difference

At NFCHC, your work will contribute to improved health outcomes, greater functional independence, and better access to community-based care.

If you are a compassionate and collaborative Occupational Therapist who enjoys working with diverse populations and wants to make a meaningful difference in people's daily lives, we encourage you to apply.

To Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter below.

NFCHC is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please let us know.

Niagara Falls Community Health Centre is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, and reconciliation. We strongly encourage applications from members of 2S&LGBTQ+ communities, Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, and others who reflect the communities we serve.