Occupational Therapist (Carstairs, Didsbury, Olds)

Learning Potential Foundation is an Independent School (private ECS) looking for an Occupational Therapist who will work in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to plan and carry out programs, enable and support learning for the children in our ECS programs. The children we support with our OT's range between Mild/Moderate, Moderate, and Severe delays and include varying levels of needs or diagnosis.

We work as a team and in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team and teacher to develop strategies, coach, and support team members in daily classroom plans. Collaborate with certified teacher to develop, implement, and evaluate Individual Program Plan (IPP) goals.

Learning Potential Foundation is an ECS provider with a head office in Airdrie, AB. We currently support children across multiple locations in Calgary, Airdrie, Carstairs, Didsbury, Olds & Area.

Current available position:

1) We are looking for an OT for sites across Carstairs, Didsbury, Olds & Area starting from mid-Aug 2026. This position is currently 3 days per week and will run for the 2026-27 school year. A flexible schedule may be arranged (additional days may be added if more time is preferred by SLP).

*Please note this position requires you to drive between sites. Valid drivers license and a vehicle are required for this position.

*We provide excellent mentoring and training for our new staff.

Qualifications

-The ideal candidate must be an enthusiastic professional who is passionate about working with children, teachers, and families.

-A Degree/Masters (or equivalent) in Occupational Therapy and proof of registration with ACOT are required.

-1 year of field experience, including evaluation, treatment, case management, and program development is an asset; however, new OT grads are welcome

-Provide clean criminal record check with vulnerable sector search (dated within the past 6 months)

-Hold current First Aid/CPR status (or willing to obtain within 3 months of employment)

-Excellent interpersonal and customer-facing skills with an ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with staff and stakeholders

-Ability to multi-task while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail

-Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment

-Analytical ability to evaluate clients with various diagnoses and establish an appropriate intervention plan

-High level of professionalism and confidentiality with an ability to deal with sensitive client issues

-Strong organizational, time-management and prioritizing skills

Responsibilities and Activities

• Plan and implement OT programming in alignment with the needs of the individual child
• Conduct screenings and assessments
• Implement and document outcome measures for services and participate in team meetings related to the individual child
• Complete treatment summary reports and assessments as required and ensure adequate documentation
• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team across preschool and daycare environments
• Establish workload priorities in collaboration with others in order to ensure optimal service delivery
• Provide training and education to family/caregivers and other professionals

*Please note that we are hiring for the upcoming school year that will run from mid-Aug 2026 until June 2027.

Pay: $48.00-$60.00 per hour

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person