NOC 31203 — Occupational therapists

TEER 1 · Professional (university degree) · Eligible for Express Entry (CEC and FSWP)

Occupational therapists develop individual and group programs with people affected by illness, injury, developmental disorders, emotional or psychological problems and aging to maintain, restore or increase their ability to care for themselves and to engage in work, school or leisure. They also develop and implement health promotion programs with individuals, community groups and employers. They are employed in health care facilities, in schools, and by private and social services agencies, or they may be self-employed.

Main duties

Analyse clients’ capabilities and expectations related to life activities through observation, interviews and formal assessments
Develop intervention programs to address clients’ needs related to self-care, work and leisure activities
Maintain clients’ records
Establish personalized care plans working as a member of an interdisciplinary team
Consult and advise on health promotion programs to prevent disabilities and to maximize independent function in all activities of life
May supervise support personnel and students and provide training. Occupational therapists may specialize in working with specific populations such as children or adults, or persons with distinct problems such as dementia, traumatic brain injury and chronic pain, or provide special interventions such as return-to-work programs.

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