Occupational Therapist

Province of Nova Scotia

Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada
Base: $2,619.41 - $3,624.22 bi-weekly (effective a...
On-site
Trauma-informed approaches
Child-centered services
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
This role offers the opportunity to do meaningful work every day that has a direct and long-lasting impact on the lives of youth

Job Summary

  • This role offers the opportunity to do meaningful work every day that has a direct and long-lasting impact on the lives of youth.
  • Your contributions will be essential in helping young individuals develop the skills and behaviours they need for successful community reintegration.
  • The Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.

Matching Summary

This role offers the opportunity to do meaningful work every day that has a direct and long-lasting impact on the lives of youth.

Salary

Base: $2,619.41 - $3,624.22 Bi-Weekly (effective April 1, 2026); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Disability, Vacation, EAP

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Trauma-informed approaches
  • Child-centered services
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Physical ability for NVCI techniques
  • Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle

Nice-to-have

  • Compassionate and motivated
  • Desire to make a difference
  • Insight into young people's motivations
  • Personal resilience and self-awareness

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in occupational therapy or equivalent
  • Eligible for CAOT membership
  • Registered by College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia
  • Experience with clinical assessments
  • Experience developing and delivering programs

Work Rights

Not specified

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