Student Success and Experience (SSE) Occupational Therapist

Location - This role is in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

Reporting to the Operations Lead of the University Health Centre (UHC), the Occupational Therapist (OT) is responsible for providing OT-related services to the student population at the University of Alberta (UofA). Services include; student OT assessments and consultations, training and supervision of OT practicum students, the provision of OT workshops and other outreach programming; collaboration within a multi-unit, interdisciplinary team; and ad-hoc consultations on OT health topics with students and student groups, university faculty and staff, and UofA administration and leadership. Additionally, the OT facilitates program development and evaluation.

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more [https://www.ualberta.ca/en/careers.html].

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.

• Student Success and Experience [https://www.ualberta.ca/en/student-success-experience/index.html] (formerly Office of the Dean of Students) holds student support at the heart of everything we do.
• We provide services focused on student well-being and flourishing both in the classroom and beyond.
• We offer a wide range of services, including career guidance, health and wellness resources, academic support, and assistance for students facing unexpected challenges or personal difficulties.
• We also work closely with faculty and staff across campus to ensure students receive coordinated support when they need it most unexpected challenges or personal difficulties.
• We also work closely with faculty and staff across campus to ensure students receive coordinated support when they need it most.