Community-Based Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)- Toronto and GTA at The Care Company Inc.

Newmarket, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Feb, 26

Salary

30.0

Posted On

28 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Occupational Therapy Assistance, Home Care Experience, Client Support, Documentation Skills, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Flexibility, Transportation Reliability, Adaptive Equipment Use, Safety Strategies, Client Education, Functional Training, Home Modifications, Scheduling Management, Team Collaboration, Client Relationship Building

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

The Care Company is a home health care organization whose purpose is to create A Better Life for Those at Home. We support clients of all ages—including infants, children, youth, adults, and seniors—to live well and safely in their homes. Our real talent is helping people Make Each Day Count. We are not just a company that puts People First but seeks to get Better Today. By working at The Care Company, you will be part of a growing organization that is helping individuals and families thrive at home. The Care Company is seeking a skilled and Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) with strong home and community care experience to join our growing team. This position is ideal for OTA'swho value flexibility, autonomy, and meaningful client relationships within a community-based model. Please note, this position will require in-person home visits with vulnerable community members. While we thank all interested applicants, we are only able to contact those who we are inviting to an interview. Key Responsibilities: Assist registered Occupational Therapists (OTs) with implementation of home-based treatment plans, under supervision. Support clients with exercises, functional training, ADL/IADL retraining, adaptive equipment use, and safety strategies in their homes. Provide client and caregiver education (under OT supervision) on safe use of mobility aids, home safety, energy conservation, and adaptive techniques. Assist with documentation of client progress, observations, and follow-up notes (under oversight of supervising OT). Help with equipment set-up, basic home modifications (non-clinical), and follow-up support once equipment is ordered by the supervising OT. Travel between client residences across the GTA and maintain flexibility in scheduling as needed. Scheduling: Flexible part-time schedule, mainly Monday-Friday, with occasional Saturday/Sunday availability required, based on client need Clients are located within Central Toronto and the GTA(may include Midtown, Downtown, North/East/West end, Richmond Hill, Newmarket, Markham, Vaughan, Pickering, Ajax, and Oshawa). Ability to manage scheduling independently and communicate promptly with the office regarding availability Travel between client homes required; access to a reliable vehicle is an asset. Qualification and Experience Requirements: Certificate or diploma in Occupational Therapy Assistance (or equivalent recognized OTA training program) Previous experience in home or community care is strongly preferred (e.g., home care agencies, community rehab, discharge follow-up) Good communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable working in clients’ homes and with diverse populations (geriatrics, chronic illness, post-acute discharge, counselling caregivers) Reliable transportation to travel across the GTA (car or reliable transit) Flexibility in scheduling, willingness to travel, and responsiveness to scheduling changes or urgent visit needs Ability to follow OT-directed treatment plans and work under supervision Compensation: $28-$30/hour Other Benefits: Opportunity to work flexibly part-time, with control over your schedule and location within the GTA Meaningful, client-centered home-based care where you can see direct impact and build relationships Competitive hourly rate toward the upper end of market range — with potential travel/time premium for GTA-wide coverage Supportive environment: work under experienced OTs, receive schedule coordination and administrative support Exposure to diverse client populations and home-care settings (geriatrics, post-discharge rehab, chronic care, etc.) — great for growing clinical experience and skills Potential for growth as our home/community care programs expand PPE provided Employee Recognition Program Health and Wellness Program Staff & service provider events Opportunity for Group Health and Dental Benefits

Responsibilities

Assist registered Occupational Therapists with the implementation of home-based treatment plans and support clients with exercises and functional training. Provide education to clients and caregivers on safety and adaptive techniques while documenting client progress under supervision.