Occupational Therapist

This competition is for one (1) Occupational Therapist, working 75 hours bi-weekly.
This is a 12-month term anticipatory permanent.

Join the team at the Department of Education with the Yukon government!

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 Therapist, you will provide a broad range of occupational therapy services to students in the public school system across the Yukon including consultation assessments, intervention, and assistance with program development for students. This position also participates as a member of a multidisciplinary team to assist schools, parents, and caregivers in supporting students with special learning needs

You can learn more about salary, terms, and conditions of employment and how to apply visit our website.

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. For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume, 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 and activities of daily living and mobility.
• Experience in being part of a multidisciplinary diagnostic team would be an asset.

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:

• Modeling Interpersonal Skills and Personal Responsibility
• Developing People
• Influencing Others
• Taking Action and Achieving Results

Additional information

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following condition(s) of employment:
• Class 5 driver's licence or equivalent
• Security clearance, including Vulnerable Sector Check

For more information about this position, please contact: Leslie Peters Manager, Student Services at margaret.peters@yukon.ca

If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education, please contact: Sylvain Racine HRCII, Human Resources at Sylvain.Racine@yukon.ca

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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