About the Job

NOC: 3143
Occupation: Occupational Therapists
Category: Health Occupations

Nature Of Work:

Occupational therapists help people with physical and mental disabilities live independent lives and perform day-to-day activities. They assess what a client can do and what they would be able to do after therapy.  They then work with the client to develop a treatment plan and implement it in the client's home or workplace. They may also design programs for the community or conduct research. Depending on the situation, their clients may be individuals, groups, agencies, or organizations.  Occupational therapists are required to keep clinical and statistical records, and may supervise occupational therapist assistants.

Skills:

To work in occupational therapy, you must have a genuine and sensitive interest in people and their ability to achieve. You must be able to communicate effectively with people and demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility, good judgement, patience, and self-discipline. Occupational therapists must be creative and unique in their approach to each client.

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