Together OT: Group Occupational Therapy

09/05/2025

Occupational Therapy Assistant – Part-Time (independent Contractor)Together OT - London, ON

At Together OT, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, neurodiversity-affirming occupational therapy services to children and young adults. We believe in celebrating our clients for exactly who they are, while supporting them and their families to feel confident, capable, and successful in everyday life. Our work happens both in our welcoming clinic space and out in the community where clients live, learn, and play.

We are seeking a caring and motivated Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team as an independent contractor. This position will begin with part-time hours, including two evenings per week and additional weekday/Saturday hours, with the potential to grow over time.

You will work under the direction of an occupational therapist to support clients in achieving their goals. This will include:

Direct client work: engaging with children and young adults in one-on-one and group settings, both in clinic and in community environments
Indirect client work: documenting sessions, preparing materials, and planning activities
Clinic maintenance: cleaning, organizing, and helping keep our space welcoming and functional

What We’re Looking For
Completion of an Occupational Therapy Assistant program or Early Childhood Educator program, or equivalent
Experience working with children, youth, or young adults, especially those who are neurodivergent
Alignment with neurodiversity-affirming values and practices
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Self-motivation, organization, and reliability
Comfort working independently and as part of a collaborative team
Access to a personal vehicle (travel between sites required – mileage compensated)
First Aid/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)
Clear Vulnerable Sector Check (or ability to obtain)

Pay: Competitive hourly rate based on experience, plus travel compensation

If this sounds like the kind of work that excites you, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your resume and a short cover letter sharing your experience and what neurodiversity-affirming support means to you to heather@togetherot.com

09/03/2025

My brain is still catching up, but the calendar says September!

We are so excited for this 2025-2026 school year - we have some plans simmering in the background over here so stay tuned...

The start of a new school year is a great time to:

✨ book an occupational therapy assessment to further understand your child's sensory needs, fine motor progress, interoception goals, executive functioning skills or what areas in their life skill routine could use some support
✨ pencil in a regularly scheduled occupational therapy session
✨ check out one of our group offerings (we start back up next Thursday. September 11)
✨create or revisit the recommendations for your child's school, co-created with your occupational therapist

We can't wait to see how much everyone grew over the summer and hopefully meet some new friends too!

✨ Heather

Reach out to Heather - heather@togetherot.com to learn more or get started!

08/19/2025

This is important for our children and us as caregivers - everyone. Your "self care" activity doesn't need to look like it came off a top ten list, it just needs to feel good for your body.

Together OT offers Kelly Mahler's Interoception Assessment and Treatment Curriculum for clients. Please email heather@togetherot.com if you would like to learn more.

The other day, a friend told me she’s been walking a few times a week—usually to a coffee shop about a mile from her house. She grabs a latte, walks back, and really enjoys the routine.

But then she said, “It’s not really a healthy habit—I mean, it does involve a latte—but at least I’m moving.”

That moment stopped me.
There was so much shame tangled into her words that she couldn’t even name this as a wellness routine. It was like the simple joy of the walk got disqualified by the slightly sugary drink in her hand.

So I asked her, “How does your body feel when you go for a walk?”
And her whole posture changed. She told me how amazing it feels during and after. How focused. How settled. How off her body feels when she skips it.

And it made me wonder:
How many wellness routines have we talked ourselves out of simply because they don’t “look” the way we’ve been told they should?
If something feels supportive or healthy in your body—if it brings ease, comfort, or clarity—it counts.

You don’t have to earn it.
You don’t have to justify it.
You just have to feel it.



Image description: picture of two friends having a conversation outside

08/08/2025

Play is more powerful than it looks! Whether your kiddo is sculpting with Playdoh, creating chalk masterpieces, or soaring on the swings, they’re building important skills that will support them in kindergarten and beyond.

Just a friendly reminder: your child will be amazing—no matter which activities you've done or how much prep you've squeezed in this summer

08/07/2025

Remember—kids don’t need to know how to print the whole alphabet when they start kindergarten!

But if you’re looking for easy ways to build letter recognition, try this:
👀 Spot letters on signs
📚 Point them out in books
🍿 Find them on snack labels!

The first step to writing the alphabet is knowing what the letters look like — and little moments like these make learning fun!

08/06/2025

Give your kiddo a head start on lunch skills with a fun outdoor picnic!

Let them practice opening and closing their lunch boxes and containers in a fun, low pressure environment. This is a great opportunity for them to build their fine motor skills and boosts their confidence for school.

A little practice now means smoother snack and lunch times later!

08/05/2025

Once the jacket is on, mastering the zipper helps kids to get ready for outside time, without adult help. There are two important parts to doing a zipper: 1. Feed the one side into the slider and push it all the way down to the bottom. 2. Keep holding that side down in the slider while pulling the zipper tab up at the same time, your hands will go in opposite directions - one up and one down.

Starting the zipper is the hardest part - focusing practice on these two skill components makes zippers feel a lot easier!

Again, don't worry if your kiddos is not able to master these skills at this time - there will be adults in the classroom to help and asking for help when you need it is a skill in itself.

08/05/2025

As your kiddo heads off to kindergarten, dressing will be part of their daily routine!

One great trick to help your kiddo dress independently is the Jacket Flip! These three steps can be practiced at home with lighter sweaters for fall or full winter coats as the seasons change to help your kiddo master this skill.

Because facebook is silly and wont let us add it in here we will add in a video following this about supporting zipper learning!

08/04/2025

The kindergarten countdown is on!

This week, we will be sharing fun tips & tricks each day to help you and your kiddo feel ready for the big day!

We know it can feel a little overwhelming—but don’t worry! Even if you do zero prep, your kiddo will still be amazing. These are just some fun ideas to make the transition a little smoother!

07/03/2025

Blowing and playing with bubbles is more than just fun—it’s a great way to support your child’s development. Blowing bubbles is an excellent oral motor and proprioceptive activity, both of which can have a calming effect. Watching bubbles float and fall helps strengthen visual tracking skills, while reaching out to pop them improves hand-eye coordination. Simple, joyful, and beneficial all at once!

06/30/2025

Today’s Activity: Chalk Play!

Chalk is a fun and engaging way to enjoy the outdoors while supporting your child’s development. Activities like hangman, hopscotch, or mark making/drawing can help improve fine and gross motor skills—key building blocks for printing. It’s a creative and active way to boost learning through play!

06/26/2025

Grab your kiddos and get outside! Whether it’s a stroll around the neighbourhood or a visit to the local park, spending time outdoors offers big benefits—for both you and your kids. Walks can help strengthen muscles, build endurance, and support mental well-being. Fresh air and nature are also great mood boosters! Plus, it’s the perfect chance to practice putting on those outdoor shoes!

While you are outdoors take a moment to slow down and find something that you can hear, something specific that you see and something interesting you can touch - nature is such a full sensory experience 🌳